First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine

The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University in Hangzhou is one of China’s top 20 hospitals, home of the National Medical Center for Infectious Diseases and China’s most complete organ-transplant programme.

Checked against official sources · October 21, 2026

First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine

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Founded
1947
National ranking
Top 20 nationally (tier ⁦A++++⁩)
Top department
#2 in China · Infectious diseases · 2023

Founded in 1947 as Zhejiang University’s first teaching hospital, the hospital now runs six campuses in Hangzhou with more than 5,000 beds and over 10,000 staff. It hosts the National Medical Center for Infectious Diseases and leads a national regional medical centre.

It is best known for organ transplantation — liver, pancreas, lung, kidney, small bowel and heart — with the broadest range of major-organ transplants in China, and for infectious disease, haematology, nephrology, urology and clinical pharmacy. It has 22 national key clinical specialties and won a National Science and Technology Progress Special Award, the only one ever given to the education and health sector.

Why patients choose First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine

  • National Medical Center for Infectious Diseases
  • China’s most complete major-organ transplant programme
  • More than 5,000 beds on six campuses
  • 22 national key clinical specialties

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
79 Qingchun Road, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou
Main phone
+86 571-87236114
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Campuses

  • Qingchun campus Open in map 79 Qingchun Road, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou
  • Yuhang headquarters Open in map 1367 Wenyi West Road, Yuhang District, Hangzhou
  • Zhijiang campus Open in map Fenghua West Road at Kehai Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou

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.
Hospital background and scale
  • 5,000 Beds
  • 10,000 Staff
  • 22 National key clinical specialties

Figures as published by the hospital.

Frequently asked questions

Where is First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine located?

First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine is in Hangzhou, China. Address: 79 Qingchun Road, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou.

Can foreign patients be treated at First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine?

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 First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine?

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 First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine known for?

First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine is particularly well known for Hematology, General surgery, Urology, Nephrology, Geriatric medicine, Infectious diseases, Pain medicine, General practice, Ultrasound medicine, and Clinical pharmacy.

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