On September 28, an expanded study session of the Party Committee Theoretical Study Group of the Beijing Municipal Health Commission was held in the auditorium of the Tongzhou Campus of Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University. The “My Role in Building a Stronger China and Advancing National Rejuvenation” presentation team from Beijing’s health system was invited to deliver a special presentation.
The presentation session in progress. Photo by Hong Jiahui.
More than 200 people attended, including members of the leadership teams and officials at deputy division level or aboveof the Beijing Municipal Health Commission, Beijing Municipal Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Beijing Municipal Disease Control Bureau, and Beijing Hospitals Authority; leaders and relevant officials from municipal hospitals and directly affiliated institutions; and student representatives from Beijing Health Vocational College.
Leaders presented flowers to the speakers and posed for a group photo with them. Photo by Hong Jiahui.
Ten speakers from the capital's health system shared stories about counterpart assistance, medical care, and nursing. Through vivid accounts, they illustrated healthcare workers' noble professional spirit: respecting life, saving lives and healing the injured, willingly making sacrifices, and demonstrating boundless compassion.
Wang Yihe, an attending physician in the Department of Neurosurgery at Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University, delivered a presentation titled “Brain-Computer Interfaces: Rebuilding Bridges to Life.” Photo by Yan Fei.
The capital’s health system has long attached great importance to public communication, ideological and cultural development. It has adopted a comprehensive approach to publicizing exemplary role models, continuously promoted public storytelling initiatives, and carefully developed a distinctive presentation program. Members of the presentation team have delivered talks at central government agencies, universities across the country, and institutions throughout Beijing, sharing compelling stories from the health sector with sincerity and dedication, promoting positive values, and vividly showcasing the achievements of high-quality development in the capital’s health sector. The team has become a signature platform for strengthening unity and cohesion within the sector and enhancing its public image.
Li Taohua, Director of the Department of Breast Diseases and Chief Physician at Dongfang Hospital, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, delivered a presentation titled “Integrating Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine to Address the Dual Challenge of Left Breast Cancer and Right Breast Inflammation.” Photo by Yan Fei.
Going forward, the health system will continue to strengthen its regular public outreach and presentation activities. It will remain committed to using theory to inspire and guide, innovating in the communication of theoretical insights so that the Party’s innovative theories reach ordinary people and become part of everyday life. It will continue to draw inspiration from exemplary role models, identify outstanding individuals on the front lines, and share compelling stories of service to the public, making its presentations more engaging and relatable. It will also focus on empowering action, innovating presentation formats and diversifying communication channels, so that engaging presentations inspire concrete action and generate strong spiritual momentum for the high-quality development of the capital’s health sector.
Wang Ye, Associate Chief Physician in the Department of Neurology at Beijing Tsinghua Changgung Hospital, delivered a presentation titled “The Weight of a Lead Apron, the Weight of a Thousand Responsibilities.” Photo by Yan Fei.
The presentation received widespread acclaim from attendees. Zhu Wenwei, Director of the Primary Health Division of the Beijing Municipal Health Commission, said, “Listening to the inspiring stories shared by the healthcare professionals at the presentation deeply moved me. Their determination to overcome challenges and their unwavering commitment to working on the front lines vividly embody the compassion, dedication, and sense of responsibility that define the medical profession. As a primary healthcare administrator, I will learn from their noble professional spirit of ‘respecting life, healing the sick and saving lives, making selfless contributions, and demonstrating boundless love.’ Focusing on initiatives to strengthen the foundations of the medical and healthcare system, I will work to consolidate the foundations of healthcare services, build a strong professional workforce, and deliver more detailed and effective primary healthcare services. I will also continue to improve people’s experience of accessing healthcare and serve as a reliable guardian of residents’ health.”
Zhao Mingjie, a nurse in the Department of Hematology at Beijing General Aerospace Hospital, delivered a presentation titled “Mother Is the Best in the World.” Photo by Zhu Cheng.
Wang Xu, Deputy Director of the Planning, Finance and Infrastructure Division of the Beijing Municipal Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, said, “The stories shared by the speakers deeply moved me. The real-life accounts of medical practice gave me a profound appreciation of the sense of responsibility and commitment demonstrated by healthcare professionals who remain dedicated to their posts and care deeply about the people they serve. Day after day, they work tirelessly on the front lines, safeguarding public health with their professional expertise and compassion, embodying the true spirit of benevolence in medicine. These stories have also deepened my understanding of the importance of health protection. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all healthcare professionals for their quiet dedication and selfless contributions.”
Yang Xiaokui, Director of the Department of Reproductive Medicine and Chief Physician at Beijing Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital, Capital Medical University, delivered a presentation titled “Fulfilling a Dream, Beginning with a Single Embryo.” Photo by Yan Fei.
Li Yi, Director of Division One for Supervision at the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Disease Control and Prevention, said, “I was deeply moved by the presentation themed ‘My Role in Building a Stronger China and Advancing National Rejuvenation.’ The inspiring stories of healthcare professionals dedicated to protecting lives in their respective roles vividly demonstrate the sense of responsibility and commitment that define the medical profession. As a public health professional indisease control, I will take these role models as examples, remain steadfast in my commitment to public health, and focus on my responsibilities in disease control and supervision. I will turn the insights gained from this experience into motivation for further learning, strengthen safeguards for public health, and contribute to the development of health services in the capital.”
Chen Biao, an attending physician in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, delivered a presentation titled “A Dramatic Emergency Rescue on the Subway.” Photo by Hong Jiahui.
Wang Yan, Deputy Director of the Party and Public Affairs Division of the Beijing Municipal Hospital Authority, said, “Ten stories, ten examples of unwavering dedication. The vivid scenes of healthcare professionals saving lives and treating the injured, and the many unassuming yet inspiring figures in the medical profession, vividly showcase the spirit of this compassionate and responsible healthcare workforce. I feel deeply honored and proud to be part of this community, and I am even more aware of the great responsibility we bear. Only by taking every small task involved in safeguarding public health seriously and carrying it out with care can we fulfill our solemn commitment to putting the people and their lives first.”
Zhu Wenjing, Associate Chief Physician in the Department of Anesthesiology at Beijing Stomatological Hospital, Capital Medical University, delivered a presentation titled “Creating Miracles of Life on the Snow-Capped Plateau.” Photo by Hong Jiahui.
Li Yanhong, Member of the Standing Committee of the Party Committee and Secretary of the Commission for Discipline Inspection at Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University, said, “I found the presentation themed ‘My Role in Building a Stronger China and Advancing National Rejuvenation’ deeply inspiring and educational. As a discipline inspection official, I recognize that building a stronger China and advancing national rejuvenation depend on the high-quality development of health services, as well as a clean and ethical professional environment. In my work, I will translate the insights gained from this experience into effective performance of my duties, remain committed to disciplinary inspection and oversight, strengthen work-style development, and put people first. I will uphold my original aspiration and mission in every aspect of routine supervision and disciplinary enforcement, and contribute through concrete actions and a strong sense of responsibility to the high-quality development of health services.”
Wei Wei, a charge nurse in the Department of Dermatology and Aesthetic Medicine at the First Affiliated Hospital of Tsinghua University, delivered a presentation titled “An Emergency Cosmetic Suturing Procedure in the Early Hours of the Morning.” Photo by Zhu Cheng.
Chao Wei, Director of the Publicity Center at Beijing Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital, Capital Medical University, said, “The vivid stories shared at the presentation highlighted the commitment of healthcare professionals to respecting life and making selfless contributions. As a member of the health workforce, I will take these exemplary individuals as role models, remain true to my original aspiration, fulfill my responsibilities with dedication, and do my utmost to safeguard the health of women and children, contributing to the high-quality development of health services in the capital.”
Zhi Deyuan, Director of the Medical Affairs Department and Chief Physician in the Department of Critical Care Medicine at Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University, delivered a presentation titled “Protecting the Health of Patients with Chronic Diseases Through Microcirculation.” Photo by Zhu Cheng.
Li Zekai, a student at the School of Medical Technology of Beijing Health Vocational College, said, “Listening to the engaging presentations was both inspiring and motivating. The presentations closely aligned with the theme, featured vivid real-life examples, and explained the topics clearly and thoroughly in an accessible way. They deepened my understanding of the noble professional spirit of healthcare workers: respecting life, healing the sick and saving lives, making selfless contributions, and demonstrating boundless love. The presentations also gave me a clearer sense of direction in my studies and a stronger awareness of my responsibilities and mission. Going forward, I will internalize what I have learned and put it into practice, devote myself to my studies, and strive for excellent academic results.”
Lyu You, an attending physician in the Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine at Beijing Fengtai Hospital, delivered a presentation titled “Mama Lyu.” Photo by Zhu Cheng.
The speakers themselves also found the experience deeply meaningful. Chen Biao, an attending physician in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, said, “Participating in the ‘My Role in Building a Stronger China and Advancing National Rejuvenation’ presentation tour has been a new challenge and an opportunity for personal growth. From repeatedly refining my presentation script to traveling to multiple venues to deliver talks, the journey has been tiring, but it has also been a profound process of reflection and professional growth. Through exchanges with my mentors and fellow speakers, I have gained a deeper understanding of the mission and responsibilities of medical professionals. Going forward, I will carry these insights into every aspect of my clinical practice, research, and daily life, remain true to my original aspiration as a medical professional, continuously enhance my professional capabilities, and serve patients with dedication. I will contribute to the best of my ability to building a Healthy China.”
Wei Wei, a charge nurse in the Department of Dermatology and Aesthetic Medicine at the First Affiliated Hospital of Tsinghua University, said, “This presentation has become a particularly meaningful chapter in my life. I revised my script again and again and practiced until my throat was dry and sore. With persistence, dedication finally bore fruit. The guidance of my mentors and the applause of the audience allowed me to witness my own growth and transformation, while also giving me the opportunity to meet many outstanding colleagues deeply committed to clinical practice. Going forward, I will continue to develop my skills as a nurse and share more inspiring stories with a wider audience.”