The 115 hospitals include public and private/international facilities. We recommend choosing those with “SPECIALIZED DEPARTMENTS” aligning your specific condition (e.g., specialized cancer or cardiovascular centers), or those with “INTL. MEDICAL DEP.” (International Medical Department) if you know limited Chinese.
Best Hospitals in China (Excerpt)
* Number of selected hospitals in the city (cities): 21.
Destinations: Beijing(21), Shanghai(13), Tianjin(12), Chongqing(11), Guangzhou(12), Wuhan(9), Xi'an(10), Haikou(11), Sanya(6), Chengdu(10),
| City | Hospital Name | Hospital Type | Starting Year | INTL. Medical DEP.5 | Specialized Departments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing | Beijing Tiantan Hospital | Capital Medical University 首都医科大学附属北京天坛医院 | Public | 1956 | Yes | 神经外科(Neurosurgery),神经内科(Neurology),神经介入中心(Neurointervention Center),心血管内科(Cardiology),普通外科(General Surgery),重症医学科(Critical Care Medicine),急诊科(Emergency Medicine),康复医学科(Rehabilitation Medicine),医学影像科(Medical Imaging),肿瘤科(Oncology),体检中心(Medical Checkup Center) |
| Beijing | Beijing Tongren Hospital | Capital Medical University 首都医科大学附属北京同仁医院 | Public | 1886 | Yes | 眼科(Ophthalmology),耳鼻咽喉头颈外科(Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery),口腔科(Stomatology),心血管中心(Cardiovascular Center),内分泌科(Endocrinology),神经内科(Neurology),皮肤科(Dermatology),整形美容中心(Plastic and Aesthetic Center),麻醉科(Anesthesiology),医学影像科(Medical Imaging),体检中心(Medical Checkup Center) |
| Beijing | Beijing Friendship Hospital | Capital Medical University 首都医科大学附属北京友谊医院 | Public | 1952 | Yes | 消化内科(Gastroenterology),肝脏疾病(含肝移植)(Liver diseases including liver transplantation),普通外科疾病(General surgical diseases),急危重症与感染性疾病(Critical and infectious diseases),老年病防治与保健(Elderly disease prevention and healthcare),肾脏疾病(含肾移植)(Kidney diseases including kidney transplantation),头颈神经疾病(Head and neck neurological diseases),肿瘤与血液疾病(Tumors and hematological diseases),体检中心(Medical Checkup Center) |
| Beijing | Fuwai Hospital | Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences 中国医学科学院阜外医院 | Public | 1956 | Yes | 心血管内科(Cardiology),心血管外科(Cardiovascular Surgery),心律失常中心(Arrhythmia Center),心力衰竭中心(Heart Failure Center),高血压中心(Hypertension Center),结构性心脏病中心(Structural Heart Disease Center),血管外科(Vascular Surgery),冠心病中心(Coronary Heart Disease Center),心脏康复中心(Cardiac Rehabilitation Center),体检中心(Medical Checkup Center) |
| Beijing | Beijing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine | Capital Medical University 首都医科大学附属北京中医医院 | Public | 1956 | No | Dermatology Department(皮肤科),Gastroenterology Department(脾胃病科),Cardiovascular Department(心血管科),Acupuncture Center(针灸中心),Oncology Department(肿瘤科),Emergency Department(急诊科),Nephrology Department(肾病科),Gynecology Department(妇科),Orthopedics Department(骨科),体检中心(Medical Checkup Center) |
| Beijing | China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences Guang'anmen Hospital 中国中医科学院广安门医院 | Public | 1955 | Yes | 肿瘤科(Oncology),内分泌科(Endocrinology),风湿病科(Rheumatology),心血管科(Cardiovascular Medicine),肛肠科(Anorectal Surgery),皮肤科(Dermatology),针灸科(Acupuncture),妇科(Gynecology),肾病科(Nephrology),脾胃病科(Gastroenterology) |
Best Hospitals in China(Note):
- All hospitals offer some foreign-language support (e.g., English, Japanese), but basic English may be the only option outside dedicated International Outpatient Departments.
- Some public hospitals have international departments with higher-quality services (often at higher costs).
- Most hospitals are comprehensive, treating a wide range of conditions, but this table highlights their top specialties.
- We use a Chinese-English format for key details (e.g., department names) to help patients navigate medical visits in China more efficiently.
- If no International Outpatient Department is available, VIP/Expert Clinics serve foreign patients. Regular clinics are an option, but wait times may be longer—plan ahead or bring a translator.
- The hospitals in the table are listed randomly by city.
China medical tourism continues to grow, driven by the country’s world-class hospitals and affordable care. Our top hospitals list makes it easy to find the right facility for your needs, whether you’re seeking specialized treatment or routine care. With international patient support and state-of-the-art technology, these hospitals are redefining medical travel in China.
Additional Resources:
Best Hospitals in China 2024: Fudan University’s Official Rankings & Guide [More hospital options for internal patients]
Is healthcare treatment for foreigners in China equal to that for locals?
Best Diseases to Treat in China: Dental, Cancer, IVF & More for International Medical Tourists
Why Choose China for Medical Tourism Destination for international medical seekers?

