Fuwai Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences

4.90
30 Reviews

Why choose this hospital

Global Cardiovascular Leader

Long-standing #1 reputation in China for Cardiovascular Medicine and Cardiac Surgery, with world-leading surgical volumes and success rates.

National Innovation Hub

Home to the National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases and the National Clinical Research Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, consistently leading in Science and Technology Evaluation Metrics (STEM).

Advanced Technical Expertise

Pioneering global techniques in minimally invasive valve intervention, complex macrovascular surgery, and mechanical circulatory support for heart failure.

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4.90

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30 patients

4.8

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2024-02-15

[Post-consultation Evaluation] Condition: Bradycardia. Reason for visit: Frequent dizziness and blackouts, seeking pacemaker implantation. Treatment outcome: A dual-chamber pacemaker was successfully implanted; the procedure took just over an hour. The symptoms of dizziness and blackouts have completely resolved, my heart rate is stable, and my overall well-being has significantly improved. Professionalism: The physician was approachable and provided constant reassurance during the procedure to help me stay calm. The post-operative programming was explained in great detail. This is a highly skilled and professional doctor.

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Fuwai Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences

About the hospital

Fuwai Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences (National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases), is the world's largest center for the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases. The hospital holds a preeminent position in cardiovascular specialties and houses four national key laboratories. Its annual cardiac surgery volume has ranked first globally for consecutive years, with international acclaim for techniques in complex congenital heart disease, coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), heart valve replacement, and heart transplantation. Through the National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases platform, the hospital integrates clinical research with translational medicine, establishing a comprehensive cardiovascular disease prevention and treatment system covering the entire life cycle.

Top specialties

Department of Critical Care Medicine

Ranked No. 1 in the Fudan University China Hospital Specialty Reputation Rankings for cardiology (including cardiac critical care) for 14 consecutive years.

Supported by an advanced cardiovascular care platform in China, the department specializes in the intensive care and treatment of complex cardiovascular critical illnesses, severe heart failure, and perioperative cardiac surgery. Its extracorporeal life support and organ protection technologies are among the most advanced in China.

Vascular Surgery Center

Consistently ranked first in the cardiovascular specialty for consecutive years in the Fudan University China Hospital Specialty Rankings.

The Vascular Surgery Center at Fuwai Hospital is a core department with distinct clinical specialties in China. It has extensive experience in the surgical and minimally invasive treatment of aortic and peripheral vascular diseases. Its diagnostic and therapeutic technologies, as well as surgical volume and quality, are at an internationally advanced and domestically leading level.

Pulmonary Vascular Center

Ranked first in the cardiovascular specialty on the Fudan University General Hospital Specialty Rankings for consecutive years.

Established in 1972, the Pulmonary Vascular Disease Center at Fuwai Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, specializes in the early diagnosis and targeted therapy of complex cardiopulmonary vascular diseases, including pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolism, and right heart failure. Its diagnostic and treatment technologies hold a leading position in China.

Hypertension Center

The Hypertension Center at Fuwai Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, is a principal institution for hypertension prevention and treatment in China. Supported by the National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, it maintains a leading position in the discipline.

The center specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of hypertension, with advanced capabilities in managing primary, secondary, and resistant hypertension. It is a designated research institution of the World Health Organization and the Ministry of Health of China.

Heart Failure Center

Core base for heart failure diagnosis and treatment of the National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, ranking first in China's cardiovascular specialty rankings for consecutive years.

The first heart failure specialty established in China, dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of various cardiomyopathies, as well as acute and chronic heart failure. It utilizes advanced clinical technologies for heart transplantation and ventricular assist devices (VAD), serving as a national referral center for complex and severe heart failure cases.

Congenital Heart Disease Center

Ranked first in cardiovascular surgery for consecutive years in the Fudan University China Hospital Specialist Rankings.

The center is a leading facility for congenital heart disease in China, offering minimally invasive interventions and complex surgical treatments for pediatric and adult patients. Its technical capabilities and annual surgical volume are among the highest globally.

Coronary Artery Disease Center

Ranked No. 1 in cardiovascular diseases for 14 consecutive years in the Fudan University China Hospital Specialist Reputation Ranking.

As a leading institution for coronary heart disease diagnosis and treatment in China, it integrates research, clinical care, and education. It maintains an advanced standard nationally and internationally in fields such as interventional treatment of complex coronary lesions, emergency care for acute myocardial infarction, and the application of intravascular imaging.

Department of Extracorporeal Circulation

The largest and technologically advanced clinical and training center for cardiopulmonary bypass and ECMO in China

As the founding institution of the cardiopulmonary bypass specialty in China, the department ranks first nationally in annual surgical support volume and technical complexity. It maintains advanced international standards in critical life support fields, including cardiopulmonary bypass management for complex cardiovascular surgeries and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO).

Department of Anesthesiology

National Key Clinical Specialty, consistently ranked among the top in the Chinese Hospital Specialty Reputation Rankings for consecutive years.

Recognized as a founding center for cardiovascular anesthesia in China, the department utilizes advanced cardiovascular anesthesia and cardiopulmonary bypass technologies. It maintains a high annual volume of surgical anesthesia and offers extensive expertise in anesthesia for complex congenital heart disease and high-risk critical cases.

Department of Cardiology

Consistently ranked first in cardiovascular diseases in the Fudan University Hospital Specialist Reputation Ranking.

The Department of Cardiology at Fuwai Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, is a National Key Discipline. It is a leading international center for the diagnosis and treatment of coronary heart disease, arrhythmias, hypertension, and structural heart disease, and operates the largest cardiovascular interventional surgery center in China.

Arrhythmia Center

Ranked No. 1 in cardiovascular diseases for consecutive years in the Fudan University China Hospital Specialist Reputation Ranking.

A leading center for arrhythmia diagnosis and treatment in China. It provides advanced expertise in catheter ablation for complex arrhythmias, cardiac pacemaker implantation, and cardiovascular electronic device management, driving the advancement of electrophysiology in China.

Medical Imaging and Nuclear Medicine

The birthplace and a leading specialty of cardiovascular imaging in China.

A comprehensive diagnostic center integrating radiology, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and nuclear medicine. Equipped with advanced multimodal molecular imaging technology, it is a leader in China in the precise imaging diagnosis of structural heart disease, cardiomyopathy, and coronary artery disease.

Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery

Consistently ranked first in cardiovascular surgery in the Fudan University China Hospital Specialist Reputation Ranking for multiple consecutive years.

This department is a foundational and leading institution for cardiovascular surgery in China, operating as one of the largest centers for cardiovascular disease diagnosis and treatment globally. It provides advanced clinical care in areas including coronary heart disease, macrovascular disease, congenital heart disease, and valvular heart disease. Its annual surgical volume and medical quality metrics are among the highest internationally, and it has pioneered numerous related medical technologies in China.

Cardiovascular Surgery

Ranked first in cardiovascular surgery for consecutive years in the Fudan University China Hospital Specialist Rankings.

The Department of Cardiovascular Surgery at Fuwai Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, is a leading center for the diagnosis and treatment of heart and great vessel diseases in China. The department provides surgical treatment for adult and pediatric congenital heart disease, coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, and diseases of the great vessels. Its minimally invasive and hybrid surgical techniques are among the most advanced in China.

Cardiac Surgery

Ranked No. 1 nationwide in cardiovascular surgery for 14 consecutive years in the Fudan University China Hospital Specialist Ranking.

The Department of Cardiac Surgery at Fuwai Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, is one of the largest cardiovascular centers in China and globally. It provides comprehensive surgical treatments for conditions including coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, congenital heart disease, great vessel disease, and heart failure. Both its surgical volume and clinical outcomes rank among the highest in China.

Key information

Established

1956

Beds

1,238+

Annual outpatients

90万+

Annual surgeries

3万+

Language support

Chinese, English, Japanese, Russian

Accreditations

JCI (Joint Commission International Accreditation)
ISO 9001 (Quality Management System Certification)
CAP (College of American Pathologists Accreditation)
Class A Tertiary Hospital Accreditation

Travel & support

Cost Advantage

The cost of high-precision cardiac stenting and bypass surgery is approximately 1/5 to 1/10 of that in developed countries such as the US, Europe, and Japan.

Efficient Access

The International Department provides specialist appointments and fast-track referrals within 24-48 hours, significantly shorter than the multi-month wait times often found overseas.

Cross-border Teleconsultation

Remote medical record evaluation is available through the International Medical Center, providing precise pre-travel treatment plans for international patients.