Dr. Yaozhu Wang | Insomnia | Best Researcher Award

Attending doctor at Shandong Second Provincial General Hospital | China

Dr. Yaozhu Wang is a specialist in anesthesiology and perioperative medicine with a strong clinical focus on non-pharmacological treatment of insomnia and related disorders. He is known for developing the “multi-level combination therapy concept” (MCTC), an innovative approach to managing muscle and fascial trigger points, and is skilled in advanced interventional techniques. His career blends clinical practice, academic research, and technological innovation, positioning him as a key contributor to the fields of sleep medicine, pain management, and functional disorder therapies.

Professional Profile

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Educational Background 

Dr. Wang completed his medical education and specialized training in anesthesiology, which laid the foundation for his expertise in perioperative medicine and sleep-related disorders. His education also provided him with skills in both clinical medicine and medical research, preparing him for his role as a physician, researcher, and innovator.

Professional Experience 

Dr. Wang currently serves at the Anesthesia Insomnia Clinic, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine Outpatient Clinic, Shandong Second Provincial General Hospital. He also works as a resident physician and research secretary in the Anesthesiology Department of Shandong Second People’s Hospital. Beyond his hospital roles, he is actively involved in professional societies, holding memberships and committee positions in various national and provincial associations related to anesthesiology, pain medicine, translational medicine, and public health. His participation in these organizations demonstrates his engagement with advancing medical practice and research at multiple levels.

Research Interests 

His primary research interests include insomnia disorder, migraine, dysmenorrhea, functional gastrointestinal conditions, and rhinitis. He is particularly interested in non-pharmacological therapies and interventional procedures, with emphasis on ultrasound-guided techniques. He is also engaged in developing and applying translational medical technologies that connect laboratory research with clinical practice, especially in sleep and pain medicine.

Awards and Honors 

Dr. Wang’s contributions have been recognized through his appointment as a certified technology manager in the biomedical field by the National Technology Department and Shandong provincial authorities. He is frequently invited to deliver keynote speeches at national and international conferences on sleep medicine, anesthesia, and pain management, reflecting his professional reputation and recognition in the field.

Research Skills 

He possesses advanced skills in ultrasound-guided stellate ganglion block, radiofrequency regulation therapy, and ultrasound-guided sphenopalatine ganglion block therapy. He is also proficient in integrating multi-level treatment concepts such as MCTC for addressing complex pain and sleep disorders. His research skills extend to scientific publishing, project leadership, and innovation, demonstrated by six SCI publications, five papers in Chinese core journals, one provincial-level research project, and extensive contributions to patents, including national invention and utility model patents.

Publication Top Notes

• Ultrasound-guided stellate ganglion block combined with cervicotemporal myofascial trigger point needling for rapid antidepressant effects: A case report

• Ultrasound-guided stellate ganglion block combined with myofascial trigger point needling for refractory insomnia with depression: A case report

• Ultrasound-guided stellate ganglion block with abdominal myofascial trigger points needling for primary dysmenorrhea

• Ultrasound-Guided Stellate Ganglion Block with Cervicotemporal Myofascial Trigger Point Acupuncture for Insomnia with Comorbid Anxiety and Depression: A Retrospective Observational Study

Conclusion 

Dr. Yaozhu Wang has established himself as an innovative clinician and researcher whose work integrates clinical expertise with medical technology development. His contributions to non-pharmacological treatments for insomnia and related disorders, combined with his leadership in professional associations and prolific research record, highlight his role as a forward-thinking physician-scientist. Through his ongoing research, teaching, and clinical practice, he continues to enhance the standards of anesthesiology, perioperative medicine, and sleep therapy.