Specialty
Joint replacement, spine surgery and orthopedic trauma care at specialist orthopedic and Grade 3A hospitals.
Last reviewed October 20, 2026
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Orthopedics and spine care cover hip and knee replacement, spinal stenosis and disc disease, spinal deformity and sports injuries. Long waiting lists for elective joint and spine surgery are a common reason international patients look at China.
Beijing Jishuitan Hospital is a specialist orthopedic hospital, and Peking University Third Hospital is known for sports medicine and spine surgery. Large Grade 3A hospitals in Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu and Hangzhou also run high-volume orthopedic departments.
Elective orthopedic surgery involves rehabilitation afterwards, so planning includes time in China after the operation and a follow-up plan with a physiotherapist at home.
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Treatments
Each treatment page covers who it may suit, the process, typical stay and what determines the cost.
Orthopedics & Spine
Total hip replacement, including complex and revision cases, at orthopedic and Grade 3A hospitals.
Last reviewed October 20, 2026
Orthopedics & Spine
Total or partial knee replacement at orthopedic hospitals and Grade 3A joint surgery departments.
Last reviewed October 20, 2026
Orthopedics & Spine
Endoscopic and other minimally invasive spine procedures for selected disc and degenerative spine conditions.
Last reviewed October 20, 2026
| Treatment | Typical stay | Cost | Last reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hip Replacement | Often 2–3 weeks before flying home | Quoted after your free case review | October 20, 2026 |
| Knee Replacement | Often 2–3 weeks before flying home | Quoted after your free case review | October 20, 2026 |
| Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery | Often 1–3 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
北京积水潭医院
Key specialties: Orthopedics & Spine
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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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Guangzhou
中山大学附属第一医院
Key specialties: Oncology · Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery · Gastroenterology & Hepatology
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Hangzhou
浙江大学医学院附属第二医院
Key specialties: Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery · Neurology & Neurosurgery · Oncology
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Hangzhou
浙江大学医学院附属邵逸夫医院
Key specialties: Gastroenterology & Hepatology · Orthopedics & Spine · Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery
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International patients needing joint replacement, spine surgery or sports-injury care in Beijing usually consider Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, a hospital with a long-standing orthopedics and trauma focus,…
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Departments with relevant orthopedics & spine 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.
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Hospital stays are usually counted in days, followed by early rehabilitation and a check before flying home. Many patients plan around two to three weeks in China in total, but the surgeon sets the timeline.
Specialist access is often possible within days or weeks after the hospital reviews your imaging. Horcare replies within 24 hours and provides an initial assessment within 72 hours of receiving your reports.
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