Beijing Shijitan Hospital
Beijing Shijitan Hospital: A Century of Heritage · A Modern Grade-A Tertiary Hospital with Global Vision
I. Hospital Overview
Founded in 1915, Beijing Shijitan Hospital (formerly Beijing Railway General Hospital) is a Grade-A tertiary general hospital directly administered by the Beijing Municipal Health Commission. Integrating medical care, teaching, research, and prevention, it serves as a National Regional Medical Center (Oncology) construction unit and a core member institution of the Beijing Cancer Prevention and Treatment Center. The hospital operates across two campuses (main campus in Yangfangdian, Haidian District; Zhongguancun campus on Xicui Road, Haidian District), with over 2,000 open beds and an annual outpatient and emergency volume exceeding 3 million visits. It serves patients across the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region and nationwide while fulfilling critical functions in international healthcare and public health emergency response.
II. Technical Advantages
As a century-old institution, Century Hospital has consistently driven innovation as its core engine, establishing distinctive strengths across multiple domains:
• Minimally Invasive & Precision Medicine:
Comprehensive implementation of high-complexity surgeries—including thoracic, urological, and gynecological procedures—assisted by the Da Vinci surgical robot, with over 500 cases annually. Minimally invasive techniques (laparoscopy, hysteroscopy, arthroscopy) cover over 90% of surgical procedures.
• Comprehensive Cancer Care: We have established a full-cycle management system integrating “surgery + radiotherapy + chemotherapy + immunotherapy + targeted therapy,” achieving nationally leading standards in lymphoma, breast cancer, and colorectal cancer treatment. As the host institution of Beijing's Tumor Treatment Quality Control and Improvement Center, we spearhead the development of multiple industry-wide diagnostic and treatment guidelines.
• Organ Transplantation and Regenerative Medicine: Mature heart and liver transplantation techniques achieve five-year survival rates meeting advanced national standards. The regenerative medicine team conducts multiple clinical studies in stem cell therapies for spinal cord injuries and diabetic foot ulcers.
• Smart Healthcare: Established an “Internet Hospital” supporting online consultations, appointment scheduling, and medication delivery. Introduced AI-assisted diagnostic systems (e.g., lung nodule screening, pathology analysis) to enhance diagnostic efficiency and accuracy.
III. Hospital's Leading Specialties
The hospital boasts multiple nationally and municipally recognized key specialties, with its technical capabilities and service quality widely acknowledged:
• National Key Clinical Specialties: Allergy and Immunology (Top 10 nationally), Medical Oncology (Collaborative unit of the National Cancer Center).
• Beijing Key Specialties: Lymphatic Surgery (China's first independent lymphatic disease center specializing in complex lymphedema and chylous leakage), Obstetrics and Gynecology (high-risk pregnancy management, assisted reproductive technologies), Orthopedics (spinal minimally invasive surgery, joint replacement).
• Specialized Departments: Emergency Medicine (Beijing Emergency Quality Control Center, with outstanding trauma care capabilities), Critical Care Medicine (extensive ECMO treatment experience), Traditional Chinese Medicine (integrated TCM-Western medicine approaches for cancer and cardiovascular/cerebrovascular diseases).
• Featured Specialties: Emergency Medicine (Beijing Emergency Quality Control Center, with outstanding trauma care capabilities), Critical Care Medicine (extensive ECMO treatment experience), Traditional Chinese Medicine (integrated TCM and Western medicine for cancer and cardiovascular/cerebrovascular diseases).
IV. Hospital Department Structure
The hospital features a comprehensive department structure covering the full spectrum of medical needs throughout the lifespan. Core departments include:
• Clinical Departments: Cardiology, Neurology, Gastroenterology, Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, Endocrinology, Rheumatology and Immunology; General Surgery, Neurosurgery, Thoracic Surgery, Urology, Orthopedics, Plastic Surgery; Gynecology, Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Neonatology; Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Ophthalmology, Dentistry; Dermatology and Venereology, Rehabilitation Medicine, Anesthesiology, Pain Management.
• Medical Technology Departments: Radiology (including Interventional Radiology), Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine (PET-CT, SPECT/CT), Laboratory Medicine (ISO 15189 certified), Pathology, Transfusion Medicine, Pharmacy (Precision Medication Center).
• Specialized Centers: Cancer Center, Lymphatic Disease Center, Allergy Center, Reproductive Medicine Center, Geriatric Medicine Center, and International Medical Center.
V. Medical Equipment and Devices
The hospital is equipped with world-class diagnostic and therapeutic devices supporting precision medicine and cutting-edge technologies:
• Imaging Diagnostics: 3.0T Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), 256-slice spiral CT, PET-CT (64-slice), Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA) system, Mammography X-ray machine.
• Surgery and Therapy: Fourth-generation Da Vinci Surgical System (Xi), Linear Accelerator (VMAT technology), CyberKnife System, Holmium Laser Lithotripsy, Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) equipment.
• Laboratory and Pathology: Fully automated biochemical and immunological analysis lines, Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) platform, digital pathology slide scanning system.
VI. International Patient Services
As a designated hospital for foreign medical services in Beijing, Century坛 Hospital provides seamless, convenient services for international patients:
• Multilingual Support: Professional interpreters fluent in English, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, etc. Key department staff are trained in international healthcare.
• International Medical Center (IMC): Dedicated private/twin rooms with international-standard amenities, 24/7 English-speaking nursing, customized dietary options (halal, vegetarian, etc.), and religious observance accommodations.
• Streamlined Appointments: Dedicated booking channels (website/phone) for international patients. Supports direct billing with overseas health insurers (e.g., MSH, Cigna, Aetna) and simplified payment processing.
• Comprehensive Accompaniment: One-on-one translation and navigation services throughout the entire journey—from admission registration and examinations to discharge follow-ups. Assistance with visa extensions, transportation arrangements, and other logistical needs.
VII. International Patient Testimonials
• John (Lymphoma Treatment, USA): “The lymphatic surgery team here is highly professional, with precise surgical planning and meticulous postoperative care. Nurses in the International Medical Department communicate fluently in English, leaving me completely worry-free.”
• Ms. Yamada (Breast Cancer Postoperative Rehabilitation, Japan): "The hospital's rehabilitation department combines traditional Chinese medicine with modern technology, accelerating my recovery beyond expectations. The ward environment is quiet and comfortable, and the staff always patiently answers questions."
• Ahmed (Arab patient, pediatric congenital heart surgery): “The entire process, from preoperative examinations to postoperative rehabilitation, was efficient and well-organized. The doctors explained my condition using simple, easy-to-understand diagrams—this communication style put me at ease.”
VIII. Hospital Contact Information
• Switchboard: 010-63926600 (Zhongguancun Campus), 010-51826000 (Main Campus)
• International Medical Department: 010-51826600 (Appointments), 010-51826699 (Inquiries)
• Appointment Registration: WeChat Official Account “Beijing Shijitan Hospital Service Account”, 114 Registration Platform, Jingyitong.
IX. Address and Transportation Routes
• Main Campus Address: No. 1 Tieyi Road, Yangfangdian, Haidian District, Beijing (near the Military Museum).
• Zhongguancun Campus Address: No. 9 Xicui Road, Haidian District, Beijing (near Wukesong Stadium).
Transportation Guide:
• Subway: For Main Campus, take Line 1 to “Military Museum Station,” exit via Exit B, then walk approximately 800 meters; for Zhongguancun Campus, take Line 1 to “Wukesong Station,” exit via Exit B, then walk approximately 1 kilometer.
• Bus: Near the Main Campus is “Beijing Shijitan Hospital Station” (Routes 320, 414, 65, etc.); near the Zhongguancun Campus is “Wukesong Bridge South Station” (Routes 740, 952, 967, etc.).
• Driving: The Main Campus features an underground parking garage (fee: ¥5/hour); multiple public parking lots surround the Zhongguancun Campus (e.g., Wukesong Stadium Underground Parking).
Beijing Shijitan Hospital upholds its mission of “Centuries of Compassion, Excellence in Innovation,” continuously enhancing medical service quality and international influence. We are dedicated to providing safe, efficient, and compassionate healthcare services to patients worldwide.
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