The hospital traces its history to 1908 and to the Red Army’s medical school, which moved with China Medical University to Shenyang in 1948. It is the main referral centre for complex and critical illness in Liaoning province and one of only 11 national emergency medical rescue centres in China.
The main campus has about 2,250 beds and handles some 3.35 million outpatient visits and 92,000 operations a year; a new 1,600-bed Hunnan campus opened in 2018 with an international medical centre and robotic-surgery centre. It ranks first in north-east China and is in the national top 10 for eight specialties.
Why patients choose First Hospital of China Medical University
- No. 1 hospital in north-east China
- One of 11 national emergency medical rescue centres
- 22 national key clinical specialties
- New Hunnan campus with an international medical centre
National rankings
- Overall ranking Top 20 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
- 155 Nanjing North Street, Heping District, Shenyang
- Main phone
- +86 24-83282888
Campuses
- Heping campus Open in map 155 Nanjing North Street, Heping District, Shenyang
- Hunnan campus Open in map Chuangxin Road, Hunnan District, Shenyang
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The hospital’s name and address in Chinese, for taxis and ride-hailing apps.
中国医科大学附属第一医院
沈阳市和平区南京北街155号
- Hunnan campus 沈阳市浑南区创新路
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
- 2,249 Beds
- 3.4M Outpatient visits a year
- 92K Operations a year
- 159K Inpatients a year
Figures as published by the hospital.
Frequently asked questions
Where is First Hospital of China Medical University located?
First Hospital of China Medical University is in Shenyang, China. Address: 155 Nanjing North Street, Heping District, Shenyang.
Can foreign patients be treated at First Hospital of China 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 First Hospital of China 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 First Hospital of China Medical University known for?
First Hospital of China Medical University is particularly well known for Endocrinology and metabolism, Plastic and reconstructive surgery, Dermatology, Critical care medicine, Pain medicine, General practice, Nuclear medicine, and Laboratory medicine.
