Tangdu Hospital traces its roots to the Yan’an Central Hospital of 1939 and has used the name Tangdu since 1985. It has about 3,250 beds, 2 million outpatient visits and 80,000 operations a year, and is open to civilian patients; its equipment includes a 7-tesla MRI and PET-MR.
It is known for functional brain disease surgery, critical infectious disease, microwave inactivation of bone tumours, assisted reproduction and lung cancer care. It reported the world’s first tissue-engineered trachea transplant for tracheal defects and the world’s first endovascular repair of a completely transected axillary artery.
Why patients choose Tangdu Hospital, Air Force Medical University
- No. 8 in China for neurosurgery
- World’s first tissue-engineered trachea transplant
- Known for functional brain surgery and bone-tumour treatment
- 7-tesla MRI
National rankings
- Overall ranking Top 100 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
- 1 Xinsi Road, Baqiao District, Xi’an
- Main phone
- +86 29-84777777
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The hospital’s name and address in Chinese, for taxis and ride-hailing apps.
空军军医大学第二附属医院（唐都医院）
陕西省西安市灞桥区新寺路1号
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
- 3,251 Beds
- 2M Outpatient visits a year
- 80K Operations a year
- 130K Inpatients a year
Figures as published by the hospital.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Tangdu Hospital, Air Force Medical University located?
Tangdu Hospital, Air Force Medical University is in Xi’an, China. Address: 1 Xinsi Road, Baqiao District, Xi’an.
Can foreign patients be treated at Tangdu Hospital, Air Force 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 Tangdu Hospital, Air Force 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 Tangdu Hospital, Air Force Medical University known for?
Tangdu Hospital, Air Force Medical University is particularly well known for Neurosurgery.
