Medical Treatments in China

World-class healthcare at a fraction of Western prices. Browse 509 treatments and compare costs for international patients.

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Brain & Mind~76% savingsEyes & Vision~69% savingsEars, Nose & Throat~75% savingsTeeth & Mouth~70% savingsHeart & Blood Vessels~77% savingsDigestive & Metabolic~70% savingsBones & Joints~75% savingsSkin & Aesthetics~68% savingsReproductive & Family~72% savingsImmune & Blood~80% savingsKidneys & Urinary~78% savingsCancer Care~79% savingsWellness & Recovery~70% savingsGeneral & Packages~70% savings

509 treatments

Transplant & HematologySave ~87%

Liver Transplant

肝移植

China performs the second-most liver transplants globally with a transparent allocation system through COTRS (China Organ Transplant Response System). Leading centers include Tianjin First Central Hospital, Zhejiang University First Affiliated Hospital, and Zhongshan Hospital in Shanghai, each performing hundreds of transplants annually. Patients benefit from shorter waitlist times than many Western countries and 80-85% cost savings versus US transplant programs.

China$60,000 – $100,000
United States$400,000 – $800,000
6-12 hours surgeryLearn more
Fertility & ReproductiveSave ~68%

PGT Genetic Testing (3rd-Gen IVF)

第三代试管婴儿

Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) combined with IVF enables screening for aneuploidy (PGT-A), monogenic disorders (PGT-M), and structural rearrangements (PGT-SR). Leading centers include Peking University Third Hospital, CITIC-Xiangya Reproductive Hospital, and Sun Yat-sen University affiliated centers. China's strict regulatory framework ensures quality control, and the treatment is ideal for carriers of genetic diseases, women with recurrent miscarriage, or those of advanced maternal age.

China$5,000 – $8,000
United States$15,000 – $25,000
4-8 weeksLearn more
Bariatric & MetabolicSave ~80%

GLP-1 Weight Loss Treatment

GLP-1减重治疗

GLP-1 receptor agonists including semaglutide (Wegovy) and liraglutide (Saxenda) are available in China at 75-85% less than US pricing, with domestically-produced biosimilar options further reducing costs. Treatment is combined with lifestyle counseling and metabolic monitoring at major hospital obesity clinics. Medical tourists can obtain multi-month supplies and comprehensive metabolic assessments, making China an attractive destination for evidence-based weight management.

China$150 – $340
United States$1,000 – $1,500
6-12+ months ongoingLearn more
OncologySave ~81%

Esophageal Cancer Surgery

食管癌手术

China has the highest esophageal cancer incidence globally, giving its thoracic surgeons unmatched operative experience — some having performed over 1,000 esophagectomies individually. Minimally invasive esophagectomy (MIE) is widely performed at leading centers including Cancer Hospital Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Shanghai Chest Hospital, and Henan Cancer Hospital. Patients benefit from 70-80% cost savings and access to the world's most experienced surgical teams for this specific cancer.

China$8,000 – $15,000
United States$40,000 – $80,000
4-8 hoursLearn more
Cardiac & VascularSave ~74%

Cardiac Ablation (Atrial Fibrillation)

心脏消融术

China performs over 200,000 cardiac ablation procedures annually, making it one of the highest-volume countries for electrophysiology. Leading centers include Fuwai Hospital, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, and Wuhan Asia Heart Hospital, offering both radiofrequency and cryoablation techniques. Domestically-produced catheters and mapping systems significantly reduce procedural costs while maintaining 80-90% success rates for atrial fibrillation ablation.

China$8,000 – $15,000
United States$30,000 – $60,000
2-4 hoursLearn more
Neurology & NeurosurgerySave ~68%

Deep Brain Stimulation

脑深部刺激术

DBS for Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, dystonia, and treatment-resistant depression. China performs 5,000+ DBS procedures annually. Leading centers: Xuanwu Hospital (Beijing), Huashan Hospital (Shanghai), West China Hospital (Chengdu). Both Medtronic and domestically-developed PINS Medical systems used. Cost 60-70% less than US.

China$30,000 – $50,000
United States$100,000 – $150,000
4-8 hoursLearn more
Cardiac & VascularSave ~71%

TAVR (Transcatheter Valve)

经导管主动脉瓣置换

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement for aortic stenosis. Minimally invasive alternative to open-heart surgery. China has domestically-developed valves (Venus A-Valve, VitaFlow) reducing cost. Leading centers: Fuwai Hospital, Zhongshan Hospital, West China Hospital. 10,000+ procedures performed in China. Especially beneficial for elderly high-surgical-risk patients.

China$30,000 – $50,000
United States$80,000 – $200,000
1-3 hoursLearn more
OphthalmologySave ~67%

LASIK Eye Surgery

LASIK激光近视手术

Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis for myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. China performs millions of laser vision correction procedures annually — one of the highest volumes globally. Leading centers: Beijing Tongren Hospital, Aier Eye Hospital Group (nationwide), He Eye Specialist Hospital. Uses latest excimer and femtosecond laser systems (Zeiss, Alcon, Johnson & Johnson).

China$1,100 – $2,200
United States$4,000 – $6,000
15-30 minutes (both eyes)Learn more
Cosmetic SurgerySave ~61%

Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)

腹部整形术

Surgical removal of excess skin and fat from the abdomen with muscle tightening. Popular with medical tourists for post-pregnancy body restoration and post-weight-loss contouring. Leading centers: Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital (top plastic surgery), Peking Union Medical College Hospital, and high-end private clinics in Beijing and Shanghai. Often combined with liposuction.

China$3,000 – $6,000
United States$8,000 – $15,000
2-5 hoursLearn more
DentalSave ~72%

Jaw Surgery (Orthognathic)

正颌手术

Corrective jaw surgery for misaligned jaws, severe underbite/overbite, facial asymmetry, and obstructive sleep apnea. China's expertise partly driven by high demand for facial contouring in East Asia. Leading centers: Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Peking University School of Stomatology, Fourth Military Medical University. Often combined with orthodontic treatment.

China$5,000 – $12,000
United States$20,000 – $40,000
2-6 hoursLearn more
Neurology & NeurosurgerySave ~80%

Epilepsy Surgery

癫痫手术

Surgical treatment for drug-resistant epilepsy including temporal lobectomy, lesionectomy, and stereoelectroencephalography (SEEG)-guided procedures. China performs thousands of epilepsy surgeries annually. Leading centers: Xuanwu Hospital (Beijing), Sanbo Brain Hospital, Huashan Hospital (Shanghai). Advanced robotic SEEG electrode placement technology. 60-80% seizure-free rate for appropriate candidates.

China$10,000 – $20,000
United States$50,000 – $100,000
4-8 hoursLearn more
Preventive & DiagnosticsSave ~74%

PET-CT Cancer Screening

PET-CT肿瘤筛查

Whole-body PET-CT scanning for early cancer detection and screening. Uses 18F-FDG radiotracer to detect metabolically active tumors. China has 400+ PET-CT scanners in major hospitals. Popular as part of comprehensive health checkup packages. Leading centers: Cancer Hospital Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Changhai Hospital (Shanghai), and premium health management centers.

China$800 – $1,500
United States$3,000 – $6,000
2-3 hours (including preparation)Learn more

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