Prof. Shen Gang — World's Top 2% Scientist (Stanford/Elsevier)
Prof. Shen Gang (沈刚) is the Chief Orthodontic Expert and Executive President of Taikang Dental — the group behind the Taikang Bybo dental network. He was ranked among the "World's Top 2% Scientists" (Stanford University / Elsevier) in both 2023 and 2024, and in June 2025 was formally appointed Professor at the University of Padua, Italy.
Credentials at a glance
- Ranked in the "World's Top 2% Scientists" list (Stanford University / Elsevier) — 2023 and 2024
- Professor at the University of Padua (Università degli Studi di Padova), Italy — formally appointed June 2025; one of Europe's oldest medical universities
- Chief Orthodontic Expert & Executive President, Taikang Dental; Vice-Chairman of the Orthodontics Committee, Chinese Stomatological Association
- Formerly: Professor of Orthodontics, University of Sydney; Vice-Dean of the College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University; Head of Orthodontics, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital
- Nearly 30 years focused on complex malocclusion — clinical care, research, mechanism studies and appliance design
What the "Top 2%" ranking means
The World's Top 2% Scientists list is compiled annually by Stanford University researchers using Elsevier's Scopus citation database. It identifies the most-cited scientists across all fields worldwide, based on standardized citation metrics. Appearing on the list once reflects a strong publication record; appearing in consecutive years reflects a sustained, internationally recognized research career.
What this means for your treatment
Experts like Prof. Shen Gang shape and certify the clinical standards used across the Taikang Bybo network — the same standards your treating hospital follows. Your own procedure is performed by a licensed specialist at your treating hospital, matched to your case and city, with an English-speaking SinoCareLink companion beside you throughout.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Prof. Shen Gang?
Prof. Shen Gang is the Chief Orthodontic Expert and Executive President of Taikang Dental and a leading Chinese orthodontics expert. He was ranked among the "World's Top 2% Scientists" (Stanford/Elsevier) in both 2023 and 2024, and was appointed Professor at the University of Padua, Italy, in June 2025.
Will Prof. Shen Gang treat me personally?
Network-leadership experts set and certify the clinical standards; your own procedure is carried out by a licensed specialist at your treating hospital, matched to your case. If your case calls for senior-expert input, your coordinator will tell you honestly what is and isn't possible before you book.
What is the "World's Top 2% Scientists" list?
An annual ranking compiled by Stanford University researchers from Elsevier's Scopus citation data, identifying the most-cited scientists worldwide across all disciplines using standardized citation metrics.