Jinling Hospital (Eastern Theater Command General Hospital)

Jinling Hospital, the General Hospital of the PLA Eastern Theater Command in Nanjing, is one of China’s top 60 hospitals and world-famous for kidney disease — No. 3 in China for nephrology.

Checked against official sources · October 21, 2026

Jinling Hospital (Eastern Theater Command General Hospital)

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Founded
1929
National ranking
Top 60 nationally (tier ⁦A++⁩)
Top department
#3 in China · Nephrology · 2023

Jinling Hospital descends from the National Central Hospital of 1929–1930, the first national Western hospital founded by Chinese, funded in part by the businessman Aw Boon Haw. It is a military general hospital, also the clinical school of Nanjing University Medical School, and is open to civilian patients.

Its National Clinical Research Center for Kidney Diseases and kidney biopsy centre, built up by academician Li Leishi, are among the most influential in the world for glomerular disease, lupus nephritis and blood purification. The hospital also ranks No. 6 in China for radiology and is known for general surgery and critical care.

Why patients choose Jinling Hospital (Eastern Theater Command General Hospital)

  • No. 3 in China for nephrology; international reference for kidney biopsy
  • Descends from the 1929 National Central Hospital
  • No. 6 in China for radiology
  • Military hospital open to civilian patients

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.

Location and contact

Address
305 Zhongshan East Road, Xuanwu District, Nanjing

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 Jinling Hospital (Eastern Theater Command General Hospital) located?

Jinling Hospital (Eastern Theater Command General Hospital) is in Nanjing, China. Address: 305 Zhongshan East Road, Xuanwu District, Nanjing.

Can foreign patients be treated at Jinling Hospital (Eastern Theater Command General 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 Jinling Hospital (Eastern Theater Command General 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 Jinling Hospital (Eastern Theater Command General Hospital) known for?

Jinling Hospital (Eastern Theater Command General Hospital) is particularly well known for Nephrology and Radiology.

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