Healthcare in Beijing

The standard of healthcare in Beijing is generally excellent. Most expats who need healthcare services usually go to the city's private hospitals and medical centres. Public hospitals are cheap, but waiting times are often long and the quality of treatment can vary greatly.

Many expats also prefer private medical centres for non-emergencies. Beijing locals largely don't use separate general practitioner clinics but queue at public hospitals for non-emergency treatments and advice. This frequently creates enormous and frustrating waits that can be avoided at private centres.

Some public hospitals in Beijing have international wings, catering specifically to the city's expat population. These international clinics are much more affordable than private facilities, and there is a greater focus on customer service. 

Doctors at private clinics frequently speak English and are typically expats from Europe or the US. Some Chinese doctors use elements of traditional medicine in their practice, although the two fields generally have little overlap in Beijing medical centres.

See Healthcare in China for more on hospitals and health insurance in the country. 

Below are some of the top hospitals in Beijing.

Hospitals in Beijing

Beijing United Family Hospital

Website: beijing.ufh.com.cn
Address: 2 Jiangtai Road, Chaoyang District

International Medical Center Beijing

Website: www.imcclinics.com
Address: 50 Liangmaqiao Road, Chaoyang District

Beijing Tiantan Hospital

Website: www.bjtth.org
Address: 119 South Fourth Ring Road West, Fengtai District

Beijing Ditan Hospital

Website: www.bjdth.com
Address: 8 Jingshun East Street, Chaoyang District