Beijing
China-Japan Friendship Hospital
中日友好医院
- Grade 3A
- National medical center
- International department
Key specialties: Respiratory & Thoracic · Traditional Chinese Medicine · Oncology
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Hospitals by type
Hospitals with International Departments in China
Hospitals with international departments in China run a dedicated service unit for foreign patients (国际医疗部), with separate scheduling, English-language support and help with billing.
6 hospitals across 4 cities that Horcare helps international patients access · Last reviewed October 20, 2026
Horcare is a coordination service, not a medical provider. Hospital credentials are public designations, not Horcare endorsements; clinical decisions and eligibility belong to the treating hospital.
What "International department" means
An international department is a unit inside a hospital that serves foreign and self-paying patients. It usually offers separate registration and appointment flows, some English-speaking staff and quieter consultation areas.
Pricing in an international department can differ from the general wards. It is set by the hospital and confirmed in the hospital's own quote.
Why a international department credential matters
For a first visit, an international department reduces friction: registration, scheduling and payment are easier to navigate.
What it does not guarantee
The international department is a service channel, not a separate medical team in every case. The specialist department behind it still determines the clinical care.
International department hospitals we help patients access
Listed by city, then A–Z. Not a ranking.
Beijing
Peking Union Medical College Hospital
北京协和医院
- Grade 3A
- International department
Key specialties: Oncology · Hematology & CAR-T · Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery
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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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Shenzhen
The University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital
香港大学深圳医院
- Grade 3A
- International department
Key specialties: Oncology · Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery · Orthopedics & Spine
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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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Not sure which one fits? Ask about these hospitals in a free case review.
Hospital credentials explained
Each credential answers a different question. None of them, on its own, tells you which department is right for your diagnosis.
| Credential | Who grants it | What it signals | What it does not guarantee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 3A | National and provincial health authorities | Large tertiary referral hospital in the top band | That every department is equally strong |
| National medical center | National Health Commission | National lead institution for one specialty | Strength outside that specialty |
| University-affiliated | A medical university | Teaching, research, multidisciplinary teams | Access to any particular trial or treatment |
| International department | The hospital itself | Dedicated services for foreign patients | A separate medical team or the same pricing as general wards |
| JCI accredited | Joint Commission International | An international quality and safety standard | Clinical superiority over national Grade 3A hospitals |
Why a credential is not enough
The department and the specialist matter more than a hospital's overall fame. A international department hospital may not be the strongest choice for a given condition.
Horcare matches in order: diagnosis → specialty → departments with relevant experience → the hospital decides eligibility. Start from the specialty index, for example oncology, or advanced options such as CAR-T therapy (approved products or registered trials only; eligibility is decided by the hospital) and proton therapy.
How fees work
- The initial case review is free.
- Hospital bills are paid directly to the hospital with no Horcare markup.
- Horcare's service fee is quoted in writing before any paid work.
Personal reply within 24 hours; initial assessment within 72 hours. How payment works.
Treatments commonly accessed at international department hospitals
CAR-T Therapy in China
- Stay
- Often 6–10 weeks near the hospital in total; the hospital confirms the schedule
- Cost
- RMB 0.999–1.29 million list price for the CAR-T product, per infusion (about US$140,000–181,000) (indicative, confirmed by the hospital's quote)
Last reviewed October 20, 2026
Breast Cancer Surgery in China
- Stay
- Often 2–3 weeks for surgery and early recovery
- Cost
- Quoted after your free case review
Last reviewed October 20, 2026
Thyroid Surgery in China
- Stay
- Often 1–2 weeks
- Cost
- Quoted after your free case review
Last reviewed October 20, 2026
Heart Valve Surgery and TAVR in China
- Stay
- Often 2–4 weeks depending on the procedure
- Cost
- Quoted after your free case review
Last reviewed October 20, 2026
Brain Tumor Surgery in China
- Stay
- Often 2–4 weeks
- Cost
- Quoted after your free case review
Last reviewed October 20, 2026
Knee Replacement in China
- Stay
- Often 2–3 weeks before flying home
- Cost
- Quoted after your free case review
Last reviewed October 20, 2026
International department hospitals: frequently asked questions
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Related guides
- China Medical Visa and Hospital Invitation Letters Explained
- How to Choose the Right Hospital in China for Your Condition
- What Is a Grade 3A Hospital in China?
Who coordinates your case? About Horcare.
What does a hospital international department offer?
Separate registration and scheduling for foreign patients, some English-speaking staff, help with billing and sometimes private consultation rooms or wards. Services vary by hospital.
Does an international department cost more?
It can. Pricing there may differ from the general wards and is set by the hospital, confirmed in its written quote. You pay the hospital directly; Horcare adds no markup.
Do I need an international department if I have an interpreter?
Not always. Horcare provides medical interpreters for consultations, admission and discharge, so a strong specialist department without an international unit can still be the right choice.
Which is the best hospital in China for my condition?
Horcare does not rank hospitals. Matching is specialty-first: the right department for your diagnosis matters more than a hospital's credential or fame, and the hospital decides eligibility. A free case review gives you options for your case.
What is a JCI-accredited hospital, and is it better than Grade 3A?
JCI accreditation is a voluntary international quality standard from Joint Commission International. A few Chinese hospitals hold it, while most leading public hospitals rely on the national Grade 3A system. Neither tells you which department is best for your condition.
Not sure which international department hospital fits your diagnosis?
Send us your situation: a personal reply within 24 hours and an initial case assessment within 72 hours.
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