Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University
首都医科大学附属北京安贞医院
About the Hospital
Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University is a comprehensive tertiary Grade-A hospital and home to the National Clinical Research Center for Cardiovascular Diseases. Founded in 1984, it undertakes national functions including cardiovascular disease diagnosis/treatment guidance and cardiovascular disease prevention/control research. Specializing in cardiovascular disease diagnosis and treatment, its Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery departments lead nationally, earning the reputation as "the cradle of Chinese cardiovascular surgery." The hospital has provided international medical services since its founding, with the Special Needs Medical Department established in 1997 to deliver high-end healthcare for patients with special needs. Adhering to the philosophy of "People-Oriented, Excellence Pursuit," the hospital is dedicated to building a world-class cardiovascular diagnosis and treatment center. Located in Chaoyang District with 1,500 beds, 40+ clinical departments, and 3,000+ employees, the hospital excels in coronary intervention, arrhythmia treatment, coronary bypass, heart valve surgery, and great vessel surgery, with extensive experience in heart transplantation. The Special Needs Medical Department provides special outpatient services, VIP wards, and expert consultation, with an English website section. As the Cardiovascular Surgery College of Capital Medical University, it trains doctoral and master's students with over 1.5 million annual outpatient visits. The hospital consistently ranks among the top in Fudan Hospital Rankings and has received National Civilized Unit and National May 1st Labor Medal honors.
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Why this hospital may be relevant
Beijing Anzhen Hospital is a major cardiovascular and cardiothoracic center in Beijing. It is frequently mentioned alongside Fuwai for cardiac care and has an international department.
Best suited for
- Visitors seeking cardiology or cardiovascular surgery in Beijing
- Patients evaluating Beijing cardiac care options
Before you go
- Bring all cardiac workup results and a referring physician summary if available
- Inquire about the international department appointment process
What to verify directly
- Whether Anzhen international department handles the specific cardiac procedure you need
- Estimated cost and payment method for international patients
Visa & access
Beijing city-locked entry. Cardiac procedures may require multi-week stay — confirm visa and accommodation plans.
Note: Verify service availability with Anzhen International Department. This is not a medical recommendation.