Hangzhou
First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University
浙江大学医学院附属第一医院
- Grade 3A
Key specialties: Gastroenterology & Hepatology · Oncology · Hematology & CAR-T
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Destination guide
Medical Treatment in Hangzhou for International Patients
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Hangzhou, about an hour from Shanghai by high-speed rail, is home to the major hospitals of Zhejiang University School of Medicine. Two of them, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital and the Second Affiliated Hospital, hold Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation.
- 3 hospitals we help patients access
- 10 specialties
- 3 Grade 3A
Medical care in Hangzhou for international patients
Hangzhou, about an hour from Shanghai by high-speed rail, is home to the major hospitals of Zhejiang University School of Medicine. Two of them, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital and the Second Affiliated Hospital, hold Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation.
International patients come to Hangzhou for general surgery, cardiac care, digestive and liver disease, orthopedics and comprehensive check-ups.
Grade 3A is the highest tier in China's national hospital grading system. International or VIP departments at public hospitals are different from private international clinics: the public hospital's specialist departments do the clinical work, while the international unit handles scheduling and services for foreign patients. Horcare coordinates access; it is not a medical provider.
Why patients choose Hangzhou
- JCI-accredited public hospitals. Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital became the first public hospital in mainland China to earn JCI accreditation in 2006; the Second Affiliated Hospital was accredited as an academic medical center in 2013.
- University medicine. Zhejiang University's affiliated hospitals run large, research-active departments.
- Easy link to Shanghai. High-speed rail makes it practical to fly into Shanghai and continue to Hangzhou.
Appointments can often be arranged within days rather than months; the hospital confirms its own schedule. Costs are confirmed by the hospital's quote.
Hospitals
Hospitals in Hangzhou we help patients access
2 of these hospitals run international departments. Listed by grade, then name. This is not a ranking.
Hangzhou
Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University
浙江大学医学院附属第二医院
- Grade 3A
- JCI accredited
- International department
Key specialties: Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery · Neurology & Neurosurgery · Oncology
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Hangzhou
Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital
浙江大学医学院附属邵逸夫医院
- Grade 3A
- JCI accredited
- International department
Key specialties: Gastroenterology & Hepatology · Orthopedics & Spine · Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery
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| Hospital | Grade | Credentials | Key specialties | International dept. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University | Grade 3A | University-affiliated | Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Oncology, Hematology & CAR-T | — |
| Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University | Grade 3A | JCI accredited, University-affiliated, International department | Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Oncology | Yes |
| Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital | Grade 3A | JCI accredited, University-affiliated, International department | Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Orthopedics & Spine, Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery | Yes |
Explore by specialty in Hangzhou
Horcare matches patients by specialty and condition, not by hospital fame.
- Oncology3 hospitals
- Hematology & CAR-T1 hospital
- Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery2 hospitals
- Neurology & Neurosurgery1 hospital
- Orthopedics & Spine2 hospitals
- Ophthalmology1 hospital
- Gastroenterology & Hepatology2 hospitals
- Nephrology & Urology1 hospital
- Respiratory & Thoracic1 hospital
- Health Check-Up1 hospital
Treatments available in Hangzhou
- CAR-T Therapy
Hematology & CAR-T · Often 6–10 weeks near the hospital in total; the hospital confirms the schedule · Cost: Quoted after your free case review
Approved products or registered clinical trials only; eligibility is decided by the hospital.
- Liver Cancer Treatment
Gastroenterology & Hepatology · Often 2–4 weeks depending on the treatment chosen · Cost: Quoted after your free case review
- Heart Valve Surgery and TAVR
Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery · Often 2–4 weeks depending on the procedure · Cost: Quoted after your free case review
- Brain Tumor Surgery
Neurology & Neurosurgery · Often 2–4 weeks · Cost: Quoted after your free case review
- Knee Replacement
Orthopedics & Spine · Often 2–3 weeks before flying home · Cost: Quoted after your free case review
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Orthopedics & Spine · Often 1–3 weeks · Cost: Quoted after your free case review
- Executive Health Check-Up
Health Check-Up · Usually 1–2 days, results within days · Cost: Quoted after your free case review
Health check-ups for business travelers in Hangzhou
Several hospitals in Hangzhou offer comprehensive health screening that can fit around a business trip. Book a few days ahead, expect fasting instructions for blood tests, and ask whether an English report is provided; details vary by hospital. Executive health check-up in China.
Getting to Hangzhou and visa basics
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) serves the city, and many international travelers also arrive via Shanghai Pudong followed by high-speed rail. Central Hangzhou hospitals are usually 40 to 60 minutes from Xiaoshan airport by car.
Visa rules change and depend on your nationality and length of stay; confirm current requirements with the Chinese embassy or visa center before you book.
China has expanded visa-free and visa-free transit entry for many nationalities, but longer treatment usually needs an appropriate visa supported by a hospital letter. Confirm current rules with the Chinese embassy or visa center. Visa guide.
Where to stay and practical tips in Hangzhou
- Hangzhou is quieter than Shanghai, and the West Lake area is pleasant for gentle walks during recovery.
- Summers are hot and humid; spring and autumn are mild.
- Serviced apartments are available near the main hospital campuses.
- Mobile payment is used almost everywhere; set it up with your international card before arrival.
Hospital deposits and bills are paid directly to the hospital; Horcare adds no markup. How hospital payments work.
How Horcare coordinates care in Hangzhou
The case review is free; hospital bills are paid directly to the hospital with no markup; the service fee is quoted in writing before any paid work.
Diagnosis and treatment decisions belong to the treating hospital. See how it works · Compare other destinations
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Free case review
Send the diagnosis; personal reply within 24 hours, initial assessment within 72 hours.
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Specialty-first match
Departments in Hangzhou (or elsewhere, if better suited) are matched to the condition, not to hospital fame.
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Arrival in Hangzhou
Appointments, airport pickup and a dedicated coordinator with medical interpreters on site.
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Follow-up at home
Translated records and liaison with the treating team after you return.
Hangzhou: frequently asked questions
More planning help in our Guides and patient stories.
Which hospitals in Hangzhou are JCI accredited?
Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital and the Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine are both JCI accredited. Accreditation status should always be checked on the Joint Commission International website.
How do international patients pay hospital bills here?
You pay the hospital directly, usually a deposit at admission and settlement at discharge, against the hospital's itemized bill. Accepted payment methods vary by hospital and Horcare confirms them before you travel. Horcare adds no markup to hospital bills.
Can I fly into Shanghai for treatment in Hangzhou?
Yes. Many patients land at Shanghai Pudong and continue to Hangzhou by high-speed rail or car; your coordinator can arrange the transfer.
Not sure which Hangzhou hospital fits your condition?
Send us a summary. A coordinator reviews it for free and replies with options.
No passport or full records needed to start · Hospital bills paid directly to the hospital, no markup