Bridging Continents, Advancing Medicine: China-Mexico Sports Medicine Exchange and Cooperation Forum (Luzhou) Concludes with Success

On September 9, 2026, the China-Mexico Sports Medicine Exchange and Cooperation Forum (Luzhou), hosted by Delta Medical, was held at the Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University. A delegation of Mexican sports medicine specialists joined Chinese experts for an in-depth clinical and academic exchange.

Opening Ceremony | Friendship and a Shared Vision for Cooperation

Mr. Jiang Yong, Vice President of Southwest Medical University and President of the Affiliated Hospital, welcomed the Mexican guests. Dr. Li Zhong, Director of the Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Center, called the visit a valuable opportunity for mutual learning in sports medicine. Dr. Juan Martin Sanchez Fernandez, speaking for the delegation, thanked the hospital and praised its modern facilities, efficient workflows, and the professionalism of his Chinese peers.

Live Surgery Observation | Demonstrating Arthroscopic Minimally Invasive Expertise

Professor Li Zhong performed a fully arthroscopic revision MPFL reconstruction for recurrent patellar instability. Associate Professor Liu Juncai then demonstrated two procedures: a left knee ACL reconstruction with lateral extra-articular augmentation, lateral meniscus posterior root repair, and medial meniscus posterior horn repair; followed by rotator cuff repair with suture anchors, labral repair, and acromioplasty. The Mexican surgeons discussed key steps with the operating surgeons in real time throughout.

Academic Symposium | Focused Lectures and Clinical Insight

Professor Li Zhong’s team presented “Arthroscopic Treatment of PCL Tibial Insertion Avulsion Fracture”, and Associate Professor Liu Juncai shared “Arthroscopic LHBT Transposition Combined With Dynamic Repair for Massive Rotator Cuff Tears”. The Mexican guests also presented knee surgery cases, with lively discussion after each talk.

 

Closing Ceremony | Exchange of Gifts and a Vision for Long-Term Cooperation

Professor Li Zhong presented certificates to each visiting physician, and the two sides exchanged gifts. The delegation commented: “Both the exceptional surgical skills in the operating room and the integrated sports-and-health care system have been truly inspiring. What moved us even more was the warmth and openness of our Chinese colleagues.” The delegation then toured the hospital’s Sports and Health Promotion Center, speaking highly of its advanced rehabilitation capabilities.

The forum built a professional platform for Chinese and international orthopedic surgeons to connect and learn. Going forward, Delta Medical will continue to link professional strength in sports medicine worldwide, advancing technical exchange and clinical progress for more patients.