Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Capital Medical University

About

Beijing Jishuitan Hospital — referred to throughout China simply as 'Jishuitan' — stands as the country's undisputed national leader in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. When Chinese Olympic athletes, professional basketball players, or anyone facing a complex bone or joint condition needs the finest possible care, they come here. The hospital's orthopedic dominance is so complete that its name has become synonymous with musculoskeletal excellence across the nation.

History & scale

Scale and Heritage: Established in 1956, Jishuitan has expanded into a 1,500-bed specialized hospital operating three campuses across Beijing (Xinjiekou, Huilongguan, and Xinlongze). It manages over 2.2 million outpatient visits and completes more than 50,000 orthopedic surgeries each year — one of the highest surgical volumes of any orthopedic center on the planet. This immense caseload translates into procedural mastery that spans the full musculoskeletal spectrum.

Star specialties

Leading Disciplines: Jishuitan's rankings capture its focused brilliance: Orthopedics #1 in China, a commanding position encompassing joint replacement, spine surgery, trauma surgery, hand surgery, pediatric orthopedics, and bone tumor surgery. Sports Medicine places #3 nationally, providing elite arthroscopic procedures for professional and recreational athletes alike. The hospital also ranks #3 in Laboratory Medicine and #5 in Emergency Medicine, with the orthopedic emergency department — open around the clock — reputedly the busiest in Asia.

Achievements & recognition

Distinctions and Landmarks: Jishuitan pioneered numerous orthopedic innovations in China, including the first total hip replacement, early adoption of computer-navigated joint surgery, and the development of surgical techniques now deployed nationwide. Its orthopedic trauma experience is unmatched, managing everything from routine fractures to limb-threatening crush injuries and failed joint replacements referred from across the country.

International services

Services for International Patients: The International Medical Department, accessible at the Xinjiekou campus and through the Medilink hotline at the Xinlongze campus, provides English-speaking staff, expedited specialist access, and private VIP wards. The hospital has extensive experience treating international athletes, expatriates, and medical tourists seeking world-class orthopedic care.

Why choose this hospital

Why Select Beijing Jishuitan Hospital: When mobility hangs in the balance, patients want the hospital chosen by China's own elite athletes and most demanding orthopedic cases. Jishuitan's #1 orthopedic ranking is not a marketing slogan — it is the verdict of China's most rigorous hospital evaluation system, backed by surgical volumes and outcomes that few centers worldwide can approach.

Nationally ranked specialties — Fudan ranking, 3 in total

Location & getting there

Frequently asked questions

Where is Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Capital Medical University located?

Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Capital Medical University is located in Beijing, China.

Is Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Capital Medical University a top-ranked hospital?

Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Capital Medical University ranks among China's leading hospitals on the authoritative Fudan University ranking — placed in the national Top 60 for overall strength, and ranked in the national top 10 for 3 specialties.

What is Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Capital Medical University best known for?

Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Capital Medical University is nationally recognized for Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Burn Surgery.

Can international patients visit Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Capital Medical University?

Yes. International patients are advised to contact the hospital ahead of the visit to confirm appointment procedures and language support (Intl: +86-10-58516829 / 400-880-8820).

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