Beijing GoBroad Hospital’s Thoracic Oncology & Tumor Immunotherapy Departments Host International Patient Care Event

Summary: The Department of Thoracic Oncology and Department of Tumor Immunotherapy at Beijing GoBroad Hospital organized an in-person event centered on compassionate care for international patients. The program included a poetry reading offering encouragement, a cancer survivor advocate sharing a personal treatment journey, and handmade cards presented by a 13-year-old international patient. Beyond medical treatment, the event created a warm space for patients and families to feel supported and connected. Guided by the principle that “The Needs of the Patient Come First,” the departments continue to place humanistic care alongside professional treatment and precision oncology.

Care can be a bridge between patients and their medical teams. The Department of Thoracic Oncology and Department of Tumor Immunotherapy at Beijing GoBroad Hospital recently organized a warm, in-person gathering for international patients receiving care at the hospital. Doctors, nurses, patients, and family members came together outside the usual clinical setting to share encouragement, companionship, and moments of connection.

The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, with conversation and laughter replacing the usual sounds of tests and treatment. The medical team thoughtfully planned a series of activities that combined health education with emotional support, giving everyone present a chance to experience care beyond the clinical setting.

Poetry and encouragement. The event opened with a heartfelt poetry reading, expressing respect for life, best wishes for patients, and determination in the face of cancer. The gentle but steady words offered encouragement and hope, while also helping patients and medical staff feel closer to one another.  

A survivor’s story. A cancer survivor advocate from China joined the event to share a personal treatment journey — from the uncertainty and fear that followed diagnosis, through the challenges of treatment, to a more positive and active life today. The story resonated with patients and families in the room and encouraged them to stay engaged with professional treatment while holding on to hope through difficult periods.

A heartfelt gift from a young patient. One of the most touching moments came from a 13-year-old international patient, who had made a series of cards by hand. Each card included a photo taken with members of the medical team, capturing warm moments shared during treatment. The handwritten messages, filled with gratitude and childlike sincerity, deeply moved the doctors and nurses and became one of the most memorable parts of the event.

More than a patient-care activity, the gathering became a shared moment of understanding between patients, families, and the medical team. From the poetry reading to the survivor’s story and the handmade cards, each part of the event reflected the team’s attention to the emotional as well as medical needs of patients.

The departments have long followed the principle that “The Needs of the Patient Come First.” Alongside advancing clinical expertise and precision treatment, the team places strong emphasis on compassionate communication and support throughout the patient journey. This international patient care event offered another opportunity to bring that philosophy into everyday care, helping patients feel less alone and more supported during treatment.

Looking ahead, Beijing GoBroad Hospital will continue to organize patient-centered activities alongside high-quality medical care. By combining professional expertise with empathy and ongoing support, the hospital hopes to accompany patients and families through every stage of treatment and recovery.