The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University

广州医科大学附属第一医院
Public Hospital Grade III Level A International Clinic Limited English Support

Home to the Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Disease led by Dr. Zhong Nanshan, this hospital is China's premier respiratory medicine center, playing a crucial role during SARS and COVID-19.

1903
Founded
1,500
Beds
Over 2.8 million
Annual Outpatients
5
Key Specialties

Key Departments

Respiratory Medicine
Thoracic Surgery
Critical Care
Pulmonology
Allergy

National Specialty Rankings

SpecialtyRankSource
Respiratory Medicine #1Fudan Hospital Ranking (2023)
Thoracic Surgery #6Fudan Hospital Ranking (2023)

Hospital Highlights

  • China's #1 respiratory medicine center
  • Led by renowned Dr. Zhong Nanshan
  • Advanced respiratory research
  • State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease

Notable Medical Experts

Zhong Nanshan 钟南山

Academician, Chinese Academy of Engineering

Respiratory Medicine

China's most prominent respiratory disease expert; led national responses to SARS (2003) and COVID-19 (2020)

Research & Academic Capabilities

  • State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease — the only state key lab in respiratory medicine
  • National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease
  • Pioneered COPD early screening programs and novel bronchoscopic intervention techniques

Advanced Medical Equipment

Electromagnetic Navigation Bronchoscopy ECMO PET-CT Pulmonary Function Lab

Estimated Treatment Costs

Indicative ranges only. Actual costs depend on individual circumstances. Contact the hospital for a formal quote.

Comprehensive Respiratory Assessment
USD $300 – $800
Bronchoscopic Intervention
USD $2,000 – $6,000
COPD/Asthma Management Program (3 months)
USD $1,000 – $3,000

Language Support

Limited English Support

This hospital has limited English support. Some staff may speak basic English, but a translator is recommended.

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Getting There

Nearest Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) – 30 km
Nearest Metro
Line 2, Haizhu Square Station – 800m walk

Take Metro Line 2 to Haizhu Square Station, Exit A. Walk east along Yanjiang Road for approximately 10 minutes.

Quick Information

Hospital Type
Public
Grade
Grade III Level A
Affiliated University
Guangzhou Medical University
Founded
1903
Bed Count
1,500
International Clinic
Available
Location
Guangzhou, China
Address
151 Yanjiang Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou

International Patient Contact

Phone
+86-20-8306-2114
Working Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00–17:00 (CST)

Insurance Accepted

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