Xijing Hospital, Air Force Medical University

Xijing Hospital in Xi’an, first hospital of the Air Force Medical University, is one of China’s top 20 hospitals and north-west China’s leading referral centre, in the national top 10 for ten specialties.

Checked against official sources · October 21, 2026

Xijing Hospital, Air Force Medical University

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Founded
1954
National ranking
Top 20 nationally (tier ⁦A++++⁩)
Top department
#3 in China · Dermatology · 2023

Xijing Hospital traces its history to the Central Hospital founded in Yan’an in 1939 and has used its present name since 1984. It is the first affiliated hospital of the Air Force Medical University (formerly the Fourth Military Medical University) and is open to civilian patients.

The hospital is known internationally for organ transplantation and for its digestive disease centre, ranked No. 5 in China. It is also in the national top 10 for dermatology (No. 3), anaesthesiology, nuclear medicine, plastic surgery, cardiac surgery and burn care, and was nominated in 16 further specialties — one of the broadest profiles in the ranking.

Why patients choose Xijing Hospital, Air Force Medical University

  • Leading hospital of north-west China
  • National top 10 in ten specialties, nominated in 16 more
  • No. 3 in China for dermatology
  • Internationally known organ-transplant programme

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
127 Changle West Road, Xincheng District, Xi’an
Main phone
+86 29-88886666
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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 Xijing Hospital, Air Force Medical University located?

Xijing Hospital, Air Force Medical University is in Xi’an, China. Address: 127 Changle West Road, Xincheng District, Xi’an.

Can foreign patients be treated at Xijing 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 Xijing 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 Xijing Hospital, Air Force Medical University known for?

Xijing Hospital, Air Force Medical University is particularly well known for Cardiology and cardiac surgery, Rheumatology and immunology, Plastic and reconstructive surgery, Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Burn care and wound repair, Anaesthesiology, Nuclear medicine, Pathology, and Clinical pharmacy.

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