Hefei
First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University
安徽医科大学第一附属医院
- Grade 3A
Key specialties: Oncology · Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery · Nephrology & Urology
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Medical Treatment in Hefei for International Patients
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Hefei is the capital of Anhui province in eastern China and a major regional medical center. Its leading hospitals are large public Grade 3A teaching hospitals linked to the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) and Anhui Medical University.
- 2 hospitals we help patients access
- 6 specialties
- 2 Grade 3A
Medical care in Hefei for international patients
Hefei is the capital of Anhui province in eastern China and a major regional medical center. Its leading hospitals are large public Grade 3A teaching hospitals linked to the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) and Anhui Medical University.
International patients consider Hefei when a department there is a good match for the diagnosis, and as a calmer, less crowded alternative to the largest coastal cities, about two hours from Shanghai by high-speed rail.
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 Hefei
- University hospitals. The First Affiliated Hospital of USTC (Anhui Provincial Hospital) and the First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University are both comprehensive Grade 3A teaching hospitals.
- An international medical department. Anhui Provincial Hospital opened its international medical department in 2017 for patients who prefer separate scheduling and self-pay billing.
- Rail link to Shanghai. Fast trains connect Hefei South Station with Shanghai Hongqiao, so patients can fly into Shanghai and continue by rail.
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 Hefei we help patients access
1 of these hospitals run international departments. Listed by grade, then name. This is not a ranking.
Hefei
First Affiliated Hospital of USTC (Anhui Provincial Hospital)
中国科学技术大学附属第一医院（安徽省立医院）
- Grade 3A
- International department
Key specialties: Hematology & CAR-T · Neurology & Neurosurgery · Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery
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| Hospital | Grade | Credentials | Key specialties | International dept. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University | Grade 3A | University-affiliated | Oncology, Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery, Nephrology & Urology | — |
| First Affiliated Hospital of USTC (Anhui Provincial Hospital) | Grade 3A | University-affiliated, International department | Hematology & CAR-T, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery | Yes |
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Horcare matches patients by specialty and condition, not by hospital fame.
Getting to Hefei and visa basics
Hefei Xinqiao International Airport (HFE) serves the city, mainly with domestic flights and a limited number of international routes. Many international travelers fly into Shanghai and take a high-speed train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Hefei South, a journey of roughly two hours on the fastest services.
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 Hefei
- Hotels and serviced apartments are available near the main hospital campuses; your coordinator can suggest options within a short taxi ride.
- English is less widely spoken than in Shanghai, so a bilingual coordinator and medical interpreter make hospital visits much easier.
- Summers are hot and humid and winters are cold and damp; spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons.
- 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 Hefei
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.
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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 Hefei (or elsewhere, if better suited) are matched to the condition, not to hospital fame.
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Arrival in Hefei
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.
Hefei: frequently asked questions
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Which hospitals in Hefei can international patients access?
Horcare helps patients access the First Affiliated Hospital of USTC (Anhui Provincial Hospital) and the First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University. Both are Grade 3A teaching hospitals; the right department depends on the diagnosis.
How do I get to Hefei from abroad?
You can fly into Hefei Xinqiao International Airport, or fly into Shanghai and take a high-speed train to Hefei South Station, which takes about two hours on the fastest trains. Your coordinator can help plan the transfer.
How do international patients pay hospital bills in Hefei?
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.
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