"I had persistent coughing and blood in my sputum. When I went for a follow-up examination in Beijing and was told that my condition had progressed, I felt like the sky had fallen."
Mr. Ma, a 60-year-old man from Hebei Province, has been a smoker for over 40 years and has been struggling with lung cancer for more than three years. After undergoing surgery, radiotherapy, and immunotherapy, his condition took a dramatic turn for the worse in early 2025, with the appearance of bilateral lung and lymph node metastases.
In despair, his son recommended him to travel thousands of miles south to Hainan, seeking the specially-appointed expert and lung cancer authority, Professor Yang Nong, at Hainan Cancer Hospital. Thus began a journey of seeking medical treatment spanning over 2,000 kilometers.
The three-year journey of fighting cancer was full of twists and turns
In September 2022, Mr. Ma sought medical attention due to persistent severe coughing and underwent a lung lobectomy upon being diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma. Post-surgery, he followed the doctor's advice to receive immunotherapy to reduce the risk of recurrence, but the disease did not relent.
At the end of 2023, severe back pain led to his diagnosis of bone metastasis. After undergoing bone cement treatment and five rounds of localized radiotherapy, his condition was barely stabilized.
In March 2025, the symptom of blood in phlegm recurred, plunging the family into anxiety once again. A follow-up examination at a renowned hospital in Beijing revealed that the condition had continued to progress, with metastasis occurring in both lungs and lymph nodes. The original treatment plan had become ineffective, leaving the family in a desperate situation.
When they were at their wit's end, the son, recommended by a friend, learned about Professor Yang Nong, an authority on lung cancer. After learning about Professor Yang's profound knowledge in the field of lung cancer diagnosis and treatment, as well as the high praise from numerous patients, the family regained hope - they decided to go to Hainan and seek Professor Yang Nong's help!
Searching for a good doctor for thousands of miles, precise diagnosis and treatment bring peace of mind
In December 2025, Mr. Ma, accompanied by his son, traveled over 2000 kilometers to reach Hainan Cancer Hospital and met Professor Yang Nong.
Professor Yang Nong meticulously reviewed medical records, compared CT images, and inquired about the patient's condition in detail, leaving no stone unturned. "New lesions have indeed appeared in both lungs, but there's no need to panic. For this kind of localized progression, we need to strike precisely and break down each one." Professor Yang Nong explained the condition and the treatment plan in layman's terms, "First, we locate the lesions through high-definition imaging, and then use stereotactic radiotherapy to target and eliminate them. It's like using satellite positioning to strike a target, efficient and protective of normal tissues."
Regarding the overall condition, Professor Yang Nong formulated a plan: local radiotherapy combined with immunotherapy and targeted therapy, exerting dual efforts to control the disease. He also specifically reminded Mr. Ma: "You must persist in quitting smoking, which is the foundation of anti-cancer treatment; relax and follow the plan, as emotions are crucial for recovery."
Professional interpretation, precise solutions, and warm advice finally put the family's anxious hearts at ease. Mr. Ma's son exclaimed, "Professor Yang explained the treatment so clearly. The 2000-plus kilometers were not in vain!"
Expert Introduction
Yang Nong, Chief Physician, Doctoral Supervisor
Long-term employed experts of Hainan Cancer Hospital and Hainan Chengmei Hospital
He currently serves as Vice President of the Second People's Hospital of Hunan Province, leader of the oncology department, and head of the "Yang Nong Famous Doctor Clinic" / "Yang Nong Famous Doctor Expert Team Clinic". He is also the chief expert of the National Major Scientific and Technological Special Project, a member of the Lung Cancer Special Committee of the National Tumor Quality Control Center, the director of the Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment of Lung Cancer, and the director of the Hunan Provincial Respiratory Oncology Clinical Medical Research Center. He has been dedicated to precision targeted therapy for lung cancer and gastrointestinal tumors, as well as to challenging recurrent and drug-resistant clinical cases, scientific research, and teaching for nearly 30 years.
He has been honored with the title of "National Famous Doctor - Excellent Style" in the 6th edition, and has been recommended as "Annual Good Doctor" by patients for 8 consecutive years, as well as being awarded the title of "First Brain Doctor - Famous Doctor". He has authored national guidelines, boasts over 500,000 followers across the internet, and has achieved over 120 million views in anti-cancer science popularization.
[Medical expertise]
Specialties: Precision treatment of lung cancer, breakthrough in difficult, recurrent, drug-resistant, and brain metastatic cases; individualized and precise treatment for brain metastatic tumors of lung cancer; early diagnosis of pulmonary nodules and lung cancer; personalized and comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for pan-solid tumors; clinical trials of the latest immunotherapy/targeted therapy drugs.
With nearly 30 years of experience in precision immunotherapy for lung cancer, he has led nearly 400 phase I-III clinical trials of new anticancer drugs (including national Class 1 new drugs), and is particularly skilled in treating complex cases such as refractory, recurrent, and drug-resistant conditions, as well as brain metastases.
He is also proficient in the comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of multiple cancer types, individualized approaches, and interdisciplinary collaborations across various solid tumors (such as stomach, intestine, brain, etc.).
[Visit information]
1. Clinic Hours and Location
February 14th, 14:00-17:00
Sixth Consultation Area of Hainan Cancer Hospital
2. [Appointment registration]
Follow the official account of Hainan Cancer Hospital for "appointment registration"
3. Health consultation
13876807106
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1. ID card, medical insurance card, mobile phone
2. Accompany immediate family members (with decision-making authority)
3. Arrange the relevant examinations you have ever done in chronological order
4. Paper medical records of previous visits
5. Surgical case biopsy: wax block or 20-30 white slides
6. Pathological diagnosis report
7. Inpatient medical records and notes
8. Recent relevant examinations
9. The patient's current treatment plan
10. The most pressing questions I want to inquire about