Specialty
Cancer care at Grade 3A cancer hospitals and comprehensive hospitals: surgery, radiotherapy, systemic therapy and multidisciplinary tumor boards.
Last reviewed October 20, 2026
Horcare is a patient coordination service, not a medical provider. Diagnosis, treatment plans and eligibility are decided by the treating hospital. Medical disclaimer.
Oncology is the specialty international patients ask Horcare about most often. China's leading cancer care is concentrated in dedicated cancer hospitals and the oncology departments of large Grade 3A teaching hospitals in cities such as Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou.
For a family facing a cancer diagnosis, the practical questions are usually the same: how quickly a specialist can review the case, whether the right sub-specialist team is available, and what the treatment will realistically cost. Horcare's role is to get the reports in front of the right department, organize the hospital's own review and quote, and coordinate the logistics so the patient can focus on treatment.
Treatment decisions, eligibility and the treatment plan are always made by the treating hospital's oncologists after they review the medical records.
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Treatments
Each treatment page covers who it may suit, the process, typical stay and what determines the cost.
Oncology
Breast cancer surgery and multidisciplinary planning at dedicated breast surgery teams in cancer hospitals.
Last reviewed October 20, 2026
Oncology
Radiotherapy-based treatment of nasopharyngeal carcinoma at cancer centers in southern China and other major cities.
Last reviewed October 20, 2026
Oncology
Particle radiotherapy — proton and carbon-ion — for selected tumors at a specialist center in Shanghai, after the center reviews eligibility.
Last reviewed October 20, 2026
Oncology
A remote written opinion from a senior Chinese specialist on your diagnosis and treatment plan, without travel.
Last reviewed October 20, 2026
Oncology
Surgery for thyroid nodules and thyroid cancer at head and neck surgery teams of cancer and Grade 3A hospitals.
Last reviewed October 20, 2026
| Treatment | Typical stay | Cost | Last reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breast Cancer Surgery | Often 2–3 weeks for surgery and early recovery | Quoted after your free case review | October 20, 2026 |
| Nasopharyngeal Cancer Treatment | Often 7–10 weeks for a full radiotherapy-based course | Quoted after your free case review | October 20, 2026 |
| Proton and Heavy Ion Therapy | Often 5–8 weeks including planning and the treatment course | RMB 278,000 treatment fee per course at the Shanghai Proton and Heavy Ion Center; reported average total in-hospital cost about RMB 330,000 (indicative, confirmed by the hospital's quote) | October 20, 2026 |
| Second Opinion from Chinese Specialists | No travel needed | Quoted after your free case review | October 20, 2026 |
| Thyroid Surgery | Often 1–2 weeks | Quoted after your free case review | October 20, 2026 |
Hospitals
Ordered by city, then name. This is not a ranking: the right department depends on your diagnosis.
Beijing
北京儿童医院
Key specialties: Pediatrics · Oncology · Hematology & CAR-T
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Beijing
中国医学科学院肿瘤医院
Key specialties: Oncology · Respiratory & Thoracic
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Beijing
中日友好医院
Key specialties: Respiratory & Thoracic · Traditional Chinese Medicine · Oncology
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Beijing
北京协和医院
Key specialties: Oncology · Hematology & CAR-T · Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery
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Beijing
北京大学第三医院
Key specialties: Orthopedics & Spine · Oncology · Health Check-Up
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Chengdu
四川大学华西医院
Key specialties: Oncology · Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery · Neurology & Neurosurgery
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Beijing gives international cancer patients a choice between a dedicated national cancer hospital and the oncology departments of large comprehensive hospitals. The Cancer Hospital of the…
Guangzhou is southern China's main center for cancer care. Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center is a dedicated cancer hospital widely known for nasopharyngeal carcinoma; the First…
Hefei offers cancer care within two comprehensive Grade 3A teaching hospitals rather than a single dedicated cancer hospital. The First Affiliated Hospital of USTC (Anhui Provincial…
Shanghai offers international cancer patients a wide range of options in one city: a dedicated cancer hospital (Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center), particle therapy at Shanghai…
One dedicated coordinator, supported by medical interpreters, stays with you from the first message to follow-up at home. See how it works.
Send the diagnosis and reports. A coordinator replies within 24 hours.
Departments with relevant oncology experience are identified within 72 hours, based on the condition rather than hospital fame.
The hospital reviews your records, decides eligibility and issues its own written estimate.
Your dedicated coordinator and medical interpreters support you on site.
Translated records and liaison with the treating team after you return.
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Yes. Leading public cancer hospitals and Grade 3A hospitals in China accept international patients, usually through an international or VIP department. Acceptance depends on the hospital reviewing your records first. Horcare coordinates that review, the appointment and the logistics.
Horcare sends a personal reply within 24 hours and an initial assessment within 72 hours of receiving your reports. The hospital then sets its own appointment dates; for many cases this is a matter of days or weeks rather than months, but timing is never guaranteed.
Yes, at a small number of particle therapy centers, including Shanghai Proton and Heavy Ion Center. Particle therapy suits only selected tumor types and stages, so the center decides eligibility after reviewing imaging and pathology.
You pay the hospital directly for all medical care, based on the hospital's own itemized quote. Horcare adds no markup to hospital bills. Our coordination fee is separate and is quoted in writing before any paid work begins; the initial case review is free.
Send your reports for a free, no-obligation review. A coordinator replies personally within 24 hours; the hospital confirms treatment and quotes its own fees.
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