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Hospital profile · Chengdu

West China Hospital, Sichuan University

四川大学华西医院

Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Hospital grade
Grade 3A
Key specialties
Oncology, Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Orthopedics & Spine
Languages
Chinese
International department
Services via general departments; interpreters provided by Horcare
Typical costs
Quoted after your free case review
Horcare relationship
A hospital we help patients access

About West China Hospital, Sichuan University

West China Hospital of Sichuan University is a comprehensive Grade 3A teaching hospital in Chengdu and one of the largest single-site hospitals in China.

Its scale means most specialties are available on one campus, which makes it a frequent choice for international patients in western China with cancer, heart, neurological, orthopedic or digestive conditions.

For international patients, a hospital of this scale can mean faster access to specialist departments. Outcomes are never promised; the hospital decides eligibility after reviewing your records.

Clinical strengths at West China Hospital, Sichuan University

  • Breadth of specialties. Oncology, cardiac surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedics, gastroenterology and more on one campus.
  • Complex surgery. High-volume surgical departments across many specialties.
  • Health check-ups. A large health management center.

Specialties and treatments at West China Hospital, Sichuan University

Treatments international patients ask about here

Respiratory & Thoracic

Lung Cancer Surgery in China

Thoracic surgery for lung cancer, often minimally invasive, at cancer hospitals and Grade 3A thoracic surgery departments.

Stay
Often 2–3 weeks in China including assessment and recovery
Cost
Quoted after your free case review

Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Gastroenterology & Hepatology

Liver Cancer Treatment in China

Surgical and non-surgical treatment of primary liver cancer at hepatobiliary centers of major Grade 3A hospitals.

Stay
Often 2–4 weeks depending on the treatment chosen
Cost
Quoted after your free case review

Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery

Coronary Bypass Surgery in China

Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) at dedicated cardiovascular hospitals and Grade 3A cardiac surgery departments.

Stay
Often 3–4 weeks in China including recovery before flying
Cost
Quoted after your free case review

Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery

Heart Valve Surgery and TAVR in China

Surgical valve repair or replacement and catheter-based TAVR for suitable patients at cardiovascular centers.

Stay
Often 2–4 weeks depending on the procedure
Cost
Quoted after your free case review

Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Neurology & Neurosurgery

Brain Tumor Surgery in China

Neurosurgery for brain, skull-base and pituitary tumors at high-volume neurosurgery departments.

Stay
Often 2–4 weeks
Cost
Quoted after your free case review

Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Orthopedics & Spine

Knee Replacement in China

Total or partial knee replacement at orthopedic hospitals and Grade 3A joint surgery departments.

Stay
Often 2–3 weeks before flying home
Cost
Quoted after your free case review

Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Orthopedics & Spine

Hip Replacement in China

Total hip replacement, including complex and revision cases, at orthopedic and Grade 3A hospitals.

Stay
Often 2–3 weeks before flying home
Cost
Quoted after your free case review

Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Orthopedics & Spine

Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery in China

Endoscopic and other minimally invasive spine procedures for selected disc and degenerative spine conditions.

Stay
Often 1–3 weeks
Cost
Quoted after your free case review

Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Nephrology & Urology

Kidney Stone Treatment in China

Endoscopic, percutaneous and shock-wave treatment of kidney and ureteral stones at urology departments.

Stay
Often 1–2 weeks
Cost
Quoted after your free case review

Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Health Check-Up

Executive Health Check-Up in China

Comprehensive health check-up packages at hospital health management centers for visitors already traveling to China.

Stay
Usually 1–2 days, results within days
Cost
Quoted after your free case review

Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Oncology

Second Opinion from Chinese Specialists in China

A remote written opinion from a senior Chinese specialist on your diagnosis and treatment plan, without travel.

Stay
No travel needed
Cost
Quoted after your free case review

Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Services for international patients at West China Hospital, Sichuan University

International patients at West China Hospital, Sichuan University are generally seen through the hospital's standard specialist clinics, which work mainly in Chinese. Availability of English-language services varies by department and should be confirmed for each case.

Horcare bridges the language and process gap: we prepare and translate your records, confirm the right department, request the appointment, and provide a bilingual coordinator and medical interpreters during your visit. The hospital quotes and bills its own medical fees directly.

You can contact West China Hospital, Sichuan University directly through its own official channels. Horcare adds help choosing the right department and specialist, record translation, logistics and one dedicated coordinator.

How Horcare helps you access West China Hospital, Sichuan University

  1. 01

    Free case review

    Send the diagnosis and reports; a coordinator replies within 24 hours.

  2. 02

    Specialty-first check

    Horcare confirms whether West China Hospital, Sichuan University and the right department actually fit the condition, rather than choosing it for its fame.

  3. 03

    Two separate quotes

    The hospital issues its own written estimate; Horcare's service fee is quoted separately in writing.

  4. 04

    Visit and follow-up

    Appointment, interpreter support on site, and follow-up after you return home.

The 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. How payment works.

Personal reply within 24 hours · initial assessment within 72 hours.

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Planning your visit to Chengdu

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) handles most international flights, and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) remains in use. Travel time to central hospital districts is roughly 30 to 75 minutes depending on the airport.

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.

Visa rules change; confirm current requirements with the Chinese embassy or visa center. Read the visa and invitation letter guide.

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West China Hospital, Sichuan University: frequently asked questions

Can foreigners be treated at West China Hospital, Sichuan University?

Yes, West China Hospital, Sichuan University can see international patients, subject to the hospital reviewing the medical records and accepting the case. Horcare coordinates that review, the appointment, interpreters and logistics in Chengdu.

How much does treatment at West China Hospital, Sichuan University cost?

Costs depend entirely on the diagnosis and treatment plan, so no fixed price can be given. The hospital provides its own quote after reviewing your records, and you pay the hospital directly. Horcare adds no markup; its own service fee is quoted in writing first.

Is West China Hospital, Sichuan University a Horcare partner hospital?

West China Hospital, Sichuan University is a hospital Horcare helps patients access. Horcare does not claim a formal partnership unless one is stated on this page, and clinical decisions always belong to the hospital.

Does West China Hospital, Sichuan University have an international department?

West China Hospital, Sichuan University accepts international patients, but services in English vary by department. Horcare provides medical interpreters at consultations, admission and discharge, and coordinates registration with the hospital.

Can I book West China Hospital, Sichuan University directly without a coordinator?

Yes. International patients can contact the hospital through its own official channels. Horcare adds specialty-first matching, record translation, logistics and one dedicated coordinator from the first message to follow-up at home.

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