Beijing Children’s Hospital of Capital Medical University began as a private children’s hospital opened in 1942 by Zhu Futang, the founder of modern paediatrics in China. It has about 970 beds and roughly 3 million outpatient visits a year, and is home to the National Center for Children’s Cancer Surveillance and the national clinical research centre for children’s respiratory disease.
It has been home to all three academicians in Chinese paediatrics — Zhu Futang, Hu Yamei (paediatric haematology-oncology) and Zhang Jinzhe (paediatric surgery) — and runs a consultation centre for difficult and rare cases and a large international collaboration network.
Why patients choose Beijing Children’s Hospital, Capital Medical University
- No. 1 in China for paediatric surgery, No. 2 for paediatrics
- Founded in 1942 by Zhu Futang, father of Chinese paediatrics
- National Center for Children’s Cancer Surveillance
- About 3 million visits a year
National rankings
- Overall ranking Top 40 nationally (tier A+++)
From the China Hospital Rankings by the Fudan University Hospital Management Institute (2023 edition, published November 16, 2024), voted by more than 5,000 senior specialists of the Chinese Medical Association and the Chinese Medical Doctor Association.
Ranked departments
Departments in China’s national top 10 in the Fudan specialty reputation ranking. Open one for its ranking, what it treats and how to book.
Location and contact
- Address
- 56 Nanlishi Road, Xicheng District, Beijing
- Main phone
- +86 10-59612345
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The hospital’s name and address in Chinese, for taxis and ride-hailing apps.
首都医科大学附属北京儿童医院
北京市西城区南礼士路56号
For international patients
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How to get treated here as an international patient
- Send us a summary of your medical records and goals. We check whether this hospital fits your case.
- We advise on the right department or specialist, with a realistic waiting time and cost range.
- We book through official hospital channels and help you prepare the documents you need.
- In China, a coordinator or medical escort can accompany you for registration, tests, payment and consultations.
Hospital background and scale
- 970 Beds
- 3M Outpatient visits a year
- 26K Operations a year
- 80K Inpatients a year
Figures as published by the hospital.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Beijing Children’s Hospital, Capital Medical University located?
Beijing Children’s Hospital, Capital Medical University is in Beijing, China. Address: 56 Nanlishi Road, Xicheng District, Beijing.
Can foreign patients be treated at Beijing Children’s Hospital, Capital Medical University?
Major Chinese hospitals generally treat foreign patients who hold a valid passport. Language, registration and payment are the usual obstacles; our coordinators can help with appointments, interpretation and logistics.
How can I book an appointment at Beijing Children’s Hospital, Capital Medical University?
Appointments are made through the hospital’s official channels, and well-known specialists are often booked weeks ahead. Send us your case and we will advise on the best route and the expected waiting time.
What is Beijing Children’s Hospital, Capital Medical University known for?
Beijing Children’s Hospital, Capital Medical University is particularly well known for Pediatrics.
