Beijing Jishuitan Hospital
北京积水潭医院
China's #1 Orthopedic Hospital — Olympic Designated Medical Facility
Rating
5,000+
Patients
1956
Founded
Languages
80%
Savings
Overview
Founded in 1956, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital is consistently ranked the #1 orthopedic hospital in China by the prestigious Fudan University Hospital Rankings — the Chinese equivalent of U.S. News Best Hospitals. It served as the official medical facility for both the 2008 Summer Olympics and the 2022 Winter Olympics.
What makes Jishuitan extraordinary for international patients is the sheer volume of procedures performed. Each senior orthopedic surgeon has completed over 5,000 joint replacements — a number that would take most Western surgeons an entire career to achieve. This volume translates directly to expertise: fewer complications, faster recovery, and better outcomes.
British patients on the NHS face 6-12 month waits for hip replacement. At Jishuitan, you can be scheduled within 1-2 weeks.
Why International Patients Choose This Hospital
Fudan Rankings #1 orthopedics in China — every year
Each surgeon: 5,000+ joint replacements (vs ~500 average in the West)
Official medical facility for 2008 & 2022 Beijing Olympics
1-2 week scheduling vs 6-12 month wait in UK/Canada
International department with English-speaking coordinators
Imported prosthetics: Zimmer, DePuy, Stryker — same brands as top US hospitals
Treatments & Pricing
Transparent pricing — no hidden fees. All prices in USD.
Hip Replacement
Minimally invasive anterior approach. Walking with assistance within 24-48 hours. Average hospital stay: 5 days.
Beijing Price
$8,000
USA Price
$40,000+
Knee Replacement
Computer-navigated precision surgery. Imported prosthetics (Zimmer, DePuy). Full range of motion typically restored in 6-8 weeks.
Beijing Price
$8,000
USA Price
$50,000+
Spine Surgery
Minimally invasive discectomy, spinal fusion, and scoliosis correction. Robotic-assisted procedures available.
Beijing Price
$12,000
USA Price
$65,000+
Sports Medicine
ACL reconstruction, rotator cuff repair, meniscus surgery. Same surgeons who treated Olympic athletes.
Beijing Price
$5,000
USA Price
$20,000+
Patient Stories
"My surgeon had done 5,000+ hip replacements. Back in London, the most experienced doctor I found had done 800. I was walking in 3 days. The total cost including flights and hotel was still less than half of my NHS private-pay quote."
James H.
London, UK · Hip Replacement
"I tore my ACL playing football. In Australia, the wait was 8 months. Here I was in surgery within 10 days. The surgeon had operated on Chinese Olympic athletes. My recovery has been faster than teammates who had the same surgery at home."
Daniel M.
Sydney, Australia · ACL Reconstruction
Frequently Asked Questions
What brands of prosthetics do you use?
We use the same premium brands as top US hospitals: Zimmer Biomet, DePuy Synthes (Johnson & Johnson), and Stryker. All are FDA-approved and internationally certified. You can choose your preferred brand.
How long do I need to stay in Beijing?
For hip or knee replacement: plan for 10-14 days total (pre-op tests, surgery, initial recovery). You'll be walking with assistance within 48 hours of surgery. Post-discharge recovery at your hotel with physiotherapy visits arranged.
Will there be an English-speaking doctor?
The international department has English-speaking coordinators who attend all appointments. Many senior surgeons also speak English. Additionally, our MediTourism interpreter accompanies you throughout your entire hospital experience.