Chinese PLA General Hospital (301 Hospital)

Known as the “301 Hospital”, the Chinese PLA General Hospital in Beijing is China’s largest military hospital system and one of its top 20 hospitals, ranked in the national top 10 in 24 specialties.

Checked against official sources · October 21, 2026

Chinese PLA General Hospital (301 Hospital)

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Founded
1953
National ranking
Top 20 nationally (tier ⁦A++++⁩)
Top department
#1 in China in 3 specialties · 2023

The Chinese PLA General Hospital grew out of a clinical institute of Peking Union Medical College and became a military hospital in 1953; it was known as the 301 Hospital from 1954. Today it is the largest hospital system of the People’s Liberation Army, with nine medical centres and several medical zones across Beijing and a branch in Sanya, Hainan. Although military, it is open to civilian patients.

The main First Medical Centre on Fuxing Road is a referral centre for complex cases from all over China. It is in the national top 10 for 24 specialties in the Fudan ranking, and No. 1 nationally for urology, ultrasound and health checkups, with No. 2 rankings in nephrology, burn care and geriatrics.

Why patients choose Chinese PLA General Hospital (301 Hospital)

  • China’s largest military hospital system, open to civilian patients
  • National top 10 in 24 specialties
  • Nine medical centres across Beijing plus a branch in Sanya
  • Long-standing referral centre for complex cases from across China

National rankings

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.

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Location and contact

Address
28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing
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For international patients

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How to get treated here as an international patient

  1. Send us a summary of your medical records and goals. We check whether this hospital fits your case.
  2. We advise on the right department or specialist, with a realistic waiting time and cost range.
  3. We book through official hospital channels and help you prepare the documents you need.
  4. In China, a coordinator or medical escort can accompany you for registration, tests, payment and consultations.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Chinese PLA General Hospital (301 Hospital) located?

Chinese PLA General Hospital (301 Hospital) is in Beijing, China. Address: 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing.

Can foreign patients be treated at Chinese PLA General Hospital (301 Hospital)?

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 Chinese PLA General Hospital (301 Hospital)?

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 Chinese PLA General Hospital (301 Hospital) known for?

Chinese PLA General Hospital (301 Hospital) is particularly well known for Neurosurgery, Neurology, Orthopedics and sports medicine, Rheumatology and immunology, Endocrinology and metabolism, General surgery, Gastroenterology, Respiratory medicine, Urology, Nephrology, Ear, nose and throat (ENT), Burn care and wound repair, Geriatric medicine, Emergency medicine, Infectious diseases, Tuberculosis, Health checkups, Anaesthesiology, Radiology, Nuclear medicine, Ultrasound medicine, Pathology, and Laboratory medicine.

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