Plastic Surgery Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences

The Plastic Surgery Hospital of the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences — Beijing’s “Badachu” hospital — is the cradle of Chinese plastic surgery and No. 2 in the country, performing nearly 70,000 operations a year.

Checked against official sources · October 21, 2026

Plastic Surgery Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences

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Founded
1957
Top department
#2 in China · Plastic surgery · 2023

Founded in 1957 by the plastic surgeon Song Ruyao, the hospital was China’s first specialist centre for plastic surgery combining care, teaching and research. It has 440 beds and about 800 staff, and performs nearly 70,000 reconstructive and cosmetic operations a year.

It runs 27 disease-specific centres, including cleft lip and palate, ear reconstruction for microtia, craniofacial surgery, scars, breast, hypospadias, nose reconstruction, hair transplantation and laser treatment. It publishes the Chinese Journal of Plastic Surgery and chairs the Chinese Medical Association’s plastic surgery society.

Why patients choose Plastic Surgery Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences

  • No. 2 in China for plastic surgery
  • Nearly 70,000 operations a year
  • Cradle of Chinese plastic surgery (1957)
  • 27 specialist centres, including microtia and craniofacial surgery

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
33 Badachu Road, Shijingshan District, Beijing
Main phone
+86 10-53968000

Campuses

  • West campus (Badachu) Open in map 33 Badachu Road, Shijingshan District, Beijing
  • East campus Open in map 6 Xiaozhuang Road, Chaoyangmenwai, Chaoyang District, Beijing

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
  • 440 Beds
  • 170K Outpatient visits a year
  • 70K Operations a year
  • 800 Staff

Figures as published by the hospital.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Plastic Surgery Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences located?

Plastic Surgery Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences is in Beijing, China. Address: 33 Badachu Road, Shijingshan District, Beijing.

Can foreign patients be treated at Plastic Surgery Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences?

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 Plastic Surgery Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences?

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 Plastic Surgery Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences known for?

Plastic Surgery Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences is particularly well known for Plastic and reconstructive surgery.

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