Beijing Hospital opened in 1905 as the German Hospital and has carried its present name since 1949. Located in central Beijing near Wangfujing, it has about 1,330 beds and 3,300 staff, and houses the National Center of Gerontology, the National Center for Clinical Laboratories and the Beijing Institute of Geriatrics.
It leads China in the care of older people — diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, coronary disease, stroke intervention, dementia, prostate and joint disease. It has performed more than 4,600 operations on patients over 70, the oldest aged 104, and coronary interventions up to age 91.
Why patients choose Beijing Hospital (National Center of Gerontology)
- No. 1 in China for geriatric medicine
- National Center of Gerontology
- More than 4,600 operations on patients over 70
- Central Beijing location since 1905
National rankings
- Overall ranking Top 80 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
- 1 Dahua Road, Dongdan, Dongcheng District, Beijing
- Main phone
- +86 10-85132266
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The hospital’s name and address in Chinese, for taxis and ride-hailing apps.
北京医院
北京市东城区东单大华路1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
- 1,328 Beds
- 3,310 Staff
- 11 National key clinical specialties
Figures as published by the hospital.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Beijing Hospital (National Center of Gerontology) located?
Beijing Hospital (National Center of Gerontology) is in Beijing, China. Address: 1 Dahua Road, Dongdan, Dongcheng District, Beijing.
Can foreign patients be treated at Beijing Hospital (National Center of Gerontology)?
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 Hospital (National Center of Gerontology)?
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 Hospital (National Center of Gerontology) known for?
Beijing Hospital (National Center of Gerontology) is particularly well known for Geriatric medicine.
