International Medical Departments and International Medical Centers across Guangzhou's 17 designated pilot hospitals.
China's elite teaching and research hospitals —all with dedicated international departments, English-speaking teams, and decades of cross-border care experience.
Founded in 1910, the flagship hospital in South China, consistently ranked among the nation's top-tier medical institutions. Its International Medical Center features dedicated outpatient, inpatient, and health screening areas, providing one-stop service including GP consultations, multi-disciplinary team clinics, and hospitalization. Flagship specialties include organ transplantation (kidney, liver, heart), neurology and neurosurgery, critical care medicine, endocrinology, and gynecologic oncology. English-proficient medical team and personal care coordinators assist with visa invitation letters, cross-border payment, and direct billing with overseas insurers.
Originally affiliated with the First Military Medical University, its international wing —the Huiqiao Building —was established in 1979 as China's first dedicated medical ward for overseas patients. The hospital excels in gastroenterology (top national ranking), hematology, nephrology, infectious liver diseases, and orthopedics. With over 40 years of international care experience, Huiqiao offers multilingual accompaniment (English, Japanese, etc.), 24-hour nursing care, and a business center for international patients. Direct billing with most major global insurance carriers is facilitated.
A National Key Discipline institution and one of China's largest and most research-intensive cancer centers. It houses an International Medical Department and a Telemedicine Center, equipped with South China's premier Proton Therapy system. The center achieves internationally comparable five-year survival rates for nasopharyngeal carcinoma, liver cancer, colorectal cancer, and lymphoma. The International Department delivers a full spectrum of cross-border care, from initial screening and MDT consultations to precision treatment and follow-up rehabilitation.
Home to the Guangdong Cardiovascular Institute, the hospital leads South China in cardiac surgery and interventional cardiology volume and expertise. It also hosts the Guangdong Lung Cancer Institute, setting regional benchmarks in early screening, minimally invasive surgery, and personalized therapies for lung cancer. Its Concord Special/International Medical Center provides integrated services in general medicine, cardio-cerebrovascular diseases, and geriatrics, with dedicated diagnostic suites and multilingual translators —ideally suited for clients needing combined cardiovascular and thoracic assessment.
Led by Dr. Zhong Nanshan, recipient of the Medal of the Republic, this hospital hosts the National Center for Respiratory Medicine. Its respiratory department has ranked #1 nationally for over a decade, representing China's highest standard in treating asthma, COPD, severe pneumonia, and emerging respiratory infections. Thoracic surgery, urology, and allergology are also nationally leading. The International Medical Department offers teleconsultations, ultra-early lung cancer screening, and precision management of pulmonary nodules for overseas patients.
Founded in 1835, this is China's earliest Western medicine hospital. Its Breast Tumor Center, one of the nation's first dedicated breast units, excels in breast-conserving surgery and reconstruction. Urology and endocrinology are National Key Disciplines. The Boji Premier Medical Center carries forward a centuries-old tradition of serving international patients, delivering high-standard specialist care and lifespan health management —particularly distinguished in women's health and urological diseases.
A major comprehensive hospital in South China. Its hepatology and liver transplant program is a National Key Discipline, with the infectious diseases department noted for life-saving severe hepatitis interventions. It also boasts the region's strongest rheumatology and psychiatry departments. The International Clinic offers comprehensive liver health assessments, multi-disciplinary management of autoimmune diseases, and internationally benchmarked psychological counseling and intervention.
One of China's premier TCM hospitals and a National Clinical Research Base for Chinese medicine. It gathers nationally renowned TCM masters and holds international acclaim in TCM-based oncology, infertility, orthopedics, cardiovascular diseases, and diabetic complications. Acupuncture and gynecology are National Key Specialties. The International Medical Department designs closed-loop programs of "TCM check-up + signature therapy + wellness cultivation," integrating acupuncture, tuina massage, herbal medicine, medicinal diet, and Tai Chi —the premier destination for authentic TCM experiences.
A key stomatological hospital directly under the Ministry of Education and the authoritative dental institution in South China. It holds advanced expertise in dental implants, digital aesthetic prosthodontics, maxillofacial surgery (including corrective jaw surgery and post-tumor reconstruction), and systematic periodontal therapy. The VIP Clinic offers international sterilization standards, private suites, and English-speaking dentists, delivering total oral rehabilitation solutions from complex implantology to full-mouth reconstruction for overseas clients.
Home to China's sole State Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology and headquarters of the Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology. Consistently ranked #1 nationally, it is world-leading in complex cataract surgery, minimally invasive vitreoretinal procedures, corneal transplantation, early glaucoma diagnosis, and laser/ICL refractive correction. The International Clinic provides overseas patients with green-channel access from comprehensive eye examinations to surgery by leading ophthalmic experts.
A tertiary hospital anchored by neurosurgery and orthopedic trauma. Its neurosurgery department is a National Key Clinical Specialty, renowned for interventional treatment of cerebrovascular diseases and microsurgery for brain tumors. The Yi Qiao Building special medical center delivers premium international services in neuro-rehabilitation, spinal surgery, and post-critical-care recovery, staffed by specialized therapists and equipped with fully accessible inpatient suites.
The oldest municipal general hospital in Guangzhou. Gastroenterology (especially functional GI disorders and endoscopic early cancer screening) and geriatrics are its traditional strengths, while hematology and burn surgery are also well-regarded regionally. The Pansong Building Premium Medical Center offers high-end deep check-up packages, multi-disciplinary geriatric chronic disease management, and family-physician-style health tracking in an elegant, private setting.
These institutions complete the official list. Coordination is directed to each hospital's International Medical Department or International Medical Center; specific clinical departments participate after internal hospital review.
A specialist public institution for women’s and children’s health included in Guangzhou’s international medical service pilot network. Case acceptance and services are confirmed by the hospital.
A Sun Yat-sen University affiliated hospital included in the official pilot list. The hospital determines suitable departments, clinical pathways and appointment availability.
A comprehensive university hospital included in Guangzhou’s international medical service pilot network. Treatment plans and estimates are issued only after hospital review.
A major specialist medical center for women and children and an official international medical service pilot institution. Current campus and department arrangements must be confirmed.
The private hospital included in the official 17-hospital pilot list. Accreditation, insurance arrangements, services and availability should be verified for the patient’s dates and case.