The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University

About

The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University is the second major teaching hospital under Dalian Medical University, located in the southwestern part of Dalian city. While it operates under the same university umbrella as the First Affiliated Hospital, it has developed its own distinct clinical profile, with particular strengths in oncology and hematology. It provides comprehensive tertiary care across all standard adult and pediatric specialties and serves as both a clinical training site and a regional referral center for southern Dalian and the surrounding coastal areas.

History & scale

Established in 1958, the Second Hospital has grown over six decades from a smaller teaching facility into a major comprehensive hospital with approximately 2,500 inpatient beds. Its campus in the southwestern part of Dalian has been extensively modernized, with new inpatient buildings and specialized treatment centers. The hospital manages a high outpatient volume and a large number of inpatient admissions annually, positioning it alongside its sister institution as one of the two dominant hospital providers in the Dalian metropolitan area.

Star specialties

The hospital's most distinctive strength is its oncology program — it has been designated as a provincial cancer treatment center and operates a comprehensive cancer facility offering surgical oncology, medical oncology (chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy), and radiation oncology. The hematology department is another recognized strength, managing leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and conducting hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. General surgery is a large department with expertise in gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary surgery. The hospital also fields capable programs in respiratory medicine, cardiovascular medicine, orthopedics, urology, and obstetrics and gynecology — the full spectrum of a comprehensive tertiary general hospital.

Achievements & recognition

The hospital holds Grade A Class A (三甲) accreditation and is a core teaching hospital of Dalian Medical University. Its oncology center is designated as a key provincial clinical specialty. The hospital contributes to clinical research, particularly in oncology and hematology, and participates in multi-center clinical trials. It serves as a standardized residency training base and a continuing medical education center for the Dalian region.

International services

The international patient support infrastructure is similar to other large Dalian hospitals — functional but not as developed as in Beijing or Shanghai. Some senior faculty members, particularly in oncology and hematology, have international publication and conference experience and may be comfortable discussing clinical matters in English. The hospital has some experience with international patients given Dalian's international business community. However, routine nursing care and administrative processes are in Chinese, and patients should arrange independent language support or coordinate through the hospital's VIP/International clinic service upon advance contact.

Why choose this hospital

For international patients, the Second Affiliated Hospital is a natural choice if the specific need is cancer or hematological care in the Dalian area, given its designation as a provincial cancer treatment center and its strong hematology program. It is also a sound option for general medical and surgical care for foreign nationals living in or near Dalian's southwestern districts. For those choosing between the First and Second Affiliated Hospitals, the First is generally stronger in cardiovascular and neurosurgical care, while the Second has a more concentrated oncology identity.

Frequently asked questions

Where is The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University located?

The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University is located in Dalian, China.

Is The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University a reputable hospital?

The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University is a Class III-A hospital — the highest tier in China's grading system, held by only about 5% of hospitals nationwide.

Can international patients visit The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University?

Yes. International patients are advised to contact the hospital ahead of the visit to confirm appointment procedures and language support (+86-411-84671291).

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