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Peking University First Hospital
北京大学第一医院
Peking University First Hospital is a Top-20 national hospital in Beijing, ranked nationally in 9 specialties including #1 in Nephrology.
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About
Peking University First Hospital ranks among China's earliest and most venerated teaching hospitals, working in close partnership with the Peking University Health Science Center. Since its founding in 1915, the institution has matured into a broad-based clinical force, earning standout recognition in renal medicine, urology, and the nascent field of rare disease management.
History & scale
Scale and Heritage: Situated in Beijing's central Xicheng District, the hospital runs roughly 1,800 beds and accommodates more than 3 million outpatient visits yearly. The campus hosts multiple national key clinical specialties along with several State Key Laboratories, reinforcing its dual standing as a clinical leader and a research powerhouse.
Star specialties
Leading Disciplines: The hospital's signature achievement is its #1 national ranking in Nephrology — the Peking University Institute of Nephrology operates as China's largest kidney disease center, conducting over 600 kidney transplants per year while overseeing one of the globe's most extensive peritoneal dialysis programs. The institution also holds the #2 spot in both Urology and General Practice, #4 in Dermatology, and #5 in Rare Diseases. As a nationally designated lead center for rare disorders, it delivers genetic diagnostics and coordinated multidisciplinary care for conditions such as Fabry disease, Pompe disease, and spinal muscular atrophy.
Achievements & recognition
Distinctions and Landmarks: The hospital's nephrology team performed China's inaugural renal biopsy and crafted treatment protocols now adopted throughout the country. It belonged to the first cohort of Chinese hospitals to launch a dedicated Rare Disease Diagnosis and Treatment Center in 2019, anchoring a collaborative network of more than 300 hospitals. The dermatology division carries the designation of National Clinical Research Center for Skin and Immune Diseases.
International services
Services for International Patients: The hospital furnishes special-needs outpatient services and VIP care pathways tailored for overseas visitors. Although its international patient infrastructure is less elaborate than that of some other Beijing institutions, the specialist expertise on offer is genuinely world-class, and the international liaison office can coordinate interpreter services as needed.
Why choose this hospital
Why Select Peking University First Hospital: Anyone facing complex kidney disease — whether weighing renal transplantation or seeking a peritoneal dialysis program — will find this hospital stands alone in China. Its rare disease proficiency further positions it as an attractive destination for patients wrestling with undiagnosed multi-system disorders.
Nationally ranked specialties — Fudan ranking, 9 in total
Location & getting there
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Peking University First Hospital located?
- Peking University First Hospital is located in Beijing, China.
- Is Peking University First Hospital a top-ranked hospital?
- Peking University First Hospital ranks among China's leading hospitals on the authoritative Fudan University ranking — placed in the national Top 20 for overall strength, and ranked in the national top 10 for 9 specialties.
- What is Peking University First Hospital best known for?
- Peking University First Hospital is nationally recognized for Nephrology, Urology, General Practice and other specialties.
- Can international patients visit Peking University First Hospital?
- Yes. International patients are advised to contact the hospital ahead of the visit to confirm appointment procedures and language support (010-83572211).
