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Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University

Shanghai, Shanghai Est. 1949 · 77 years of service
ISO 9001
2,700Beds
1,500+Doctors
77years of service
1Accreditations
4Care Areas
Overview

About Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University

Changhai Hospital of Naval Medical University (上海长海医院), established 1949, is China's premier military-affiliated tertiary hospital and one of the country's most authoritative centers for hepatobiliary, pancreatic, cardiovascular, and neurological surgery. With 2,700 beds and 1,500 physicians across 40+ clinical specialties, it ranks among China's top 30 hospitals nationally and operates one of the country's busiest liver-transplant programs.

View Detailed Introduction — Programs, Services & More

The Hepatobiliary-Pancreatic Surgery Center performs over 6,000 major hepatobiliary operations annually, including the country's largest pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple) program and complex hilar cholangiocarcinoma resections. It is a national-level liver transplantation center and leads China in laparoscopic and robotic pancreatic surgery, with international referrals primarily from Southeast Asia and the Middle East.

The Cardiac Surgery Center handles over 4,500 cardiac procedures per year — including CABG, valve surgery (TAVR + surgical), aortic dissection repair, and congenital heart correction — with mortality rates aligned with US benchmark institutions. The Neurosurgery Center is a designated national training base for cerebrovascular and skull-base surgery, performing over 5,000 cases annually.

The International Patient Services Office provides English-speaking attending physicians, expedited specialist appointments (typical wait 3-5 working days), dedicated VIP wards in the new International Tower, on-site translators (English, Russian, Arabic, Korean), and direct billing coordination with major international insurers. Located in Shanghai's Yangpu district, the hospital is 30 minutes from Pudong International Airport.

International patients are coordinated end-to-end by SSAnkang: pre-trip second-opinion review, embassy invitation letter for medical visa, ground transfer, on-site bilingual care manager, and post-discharge follow-up. Service tiers — Basic (free coordination) · Gold ($599 full concierge) · Diamond ($2,499 VIP with department-chief access). Contact yuhua0095@gmail.com; a feasibility report with subspecialty match, expected length of stay, treatment cost range, and visa documents is delivered within 48 hours.

Clinical Excellence

Treatment Specialty Strengths

Areas where this hospital ranks among the top in China — backed by national clinical key disciplines, research centers, and high-volume case experience.

Liver & Hepatobiliary
Flagship
Gastroenterology
Cancer & Oncology
Cardiology
Why Choose This Hospital

Key Achievements & Why Choose Us

01
3,200 beds — large multi-specialty
02
National Pancreatic Disease Center
03
Top ERCP and pancreatic cancer team
04
Strong cardiac, urology, orthopedics
05
Naval Medical University affiliate
06
ISO 9001 · 3A grade
07
Established 1949
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International services available
CONCIERGE COORDINATION

How Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University Bookings Work Through SSAnkang

You don’t need to call the hospital, navigate Mandarin paperwork, or guess which specialty desk to approach. SSAnkang acts as your single point of contact — we coordinate the appointment, translate your records, brief the receiving physician, and meet you on arrival.

1
Submit Case
Share your case with our coordinators — your diagnosis summary, imaging (CT/MRI/PET), current medications, and passport scan.
2
We Book
We pre-screen your case with the Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University International Department and confirm specialty fit and bed availability.
3
You Arrive
We secure your appointment slot (typical lead time: 5-10 business days), arrange medical-record translation, and brief the receiving physician. We provide a written cost estimate with all hospital fees, deposit requirements, and accepted payment methods before you arrive.
4
Follow-up
On arrival, an English-speaking SSAnkang concierge meets you, walks you through registration, and accompanies you to consultations. After treatment we coordinate follow-up reports, prescription refills, and remote consultations with the same physician.

International Department at a Glance

Department
International Patient Services
Working hours
Mon-Fri 8:00-11:30 and 13:30-16:30 (China Standard Time, UTC+8)
Typical wait time
5-10 business days
Languages supported
English · Chinese
Insurance partners
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Documents to Prepare

  • Passport
  • Medical records and test reports
  • Imaging records
Need translation? SSAnkang arranges certified medical-record translation in-house — included with most concierge packages.

Patient Questions About Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University

How can I book an appointment at Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University as an international patient?

Submit your case to SSAnkang with a brief diagnosis summary, recent imaging, current medication list, and your passport scan. Our coordinators pre-screen the case with the Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University International Department, secure the right specialty slot, translate your medical records, and brief the receiving physician. You receive a written confirmation and pre-visit checklist before you travel.

How long does it take to get an appointment?

Typical lead time at Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University is 5-10 business days. SSAnkang coordinators submit your case the same business day we receive complete medical records, then confirm the slot directly with the hospital’s international desk.

Does Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University accept international insurance?

SSAnkang prepares a written cost estimate before arrival and provides reimbursement-ready invoices for your insurance claim.

Can SSAnkang accompany me during the visit?

Yes. An English-speaking SSAnkang concierge meets you on arrival, walks you through hospital registration, accompanies you to consultations, takes notes during physician discussions, and coordinates follow-up care after you return home.

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