The Affiliated Hospital of Liaoning University of TCM

About

The Affiliated Hospital of Liaoning University of TCM, also designated as Liaoning Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, is the leading TCM institution in Liaoning Province and one of the most significant TCM centers in northeast China. Located in Shenyang, it serves as the primary teaching hospital of Liaoning University of TCM and the provincial TCM referral center. The hospital is particularly noted for its TCM pediatrics program — one of the most recognized in the country — and its strengths in TCM internal medicine and acupuncture.

History & scale

Founded in 1956, the hospital has grown over seven decades alongside the university. With approximately 1,800 inpatient beds, it is a large TCM hospital. Its campus in Shenyang includes specialized clinical buildings for TCM pediatrics, internal medicine, acupuncture, orthopedics, and gynecology.

Star specialties

The hospital's most distinctive program is its TCM pediatrics department — a national key specialty that treats common childhood conditions (respiratory infections, digestive disorders, developmental concerns) with herbal medicine, pediatric tuina, and acupuncture. This program has national influence and trains TCM pediatricians from across China. Other strengths: TCM internal medicine (cardiovascular, respiratory, gastroenterology), acupuncture and moxibustion, TCM orthopedics, TCM gynecology, and TCM dermatology. The hospital is also a center for research on ginseng-based herbal formulations — Liaoning and neighboring Jilin are the world's primary ginseng production regions, and the hospital has particular expertise in the clinical application of ginseng and related medicinal plants.

Achievements & recognition

As a Grade A Class A (三甲) TCM hospital, its pediatric TCM program holds National Key Specialty designation. Multiple other departments hold provincial key specialty status. The hospital is central to TCM education and research in northeast China.

International services

International patient services are modest. The hospital's ginseng-related research and TCM pediatrics have attracted some international interest. Some senior practitioners have experience treating international patients — particularly from Korea and Russia, given Shenyang's geographic proximity. English-language support varies; interpretation should be arranged independently. For Korean or Russian patients, Shenyang's international community provides commercial interpretation services.

Why choose this hospital

For international patients, this hospital is a leading choice for pediatric TCM — its children's TCM program is one of the strongest nationally, offering herbal and non-pharmacological approaches to common childhood conditions. It is also relevant for patients interested in ginseng-based TCM formulations — the hospital's location in the ginseng heartland provides access to high-quality ginseng materials and clinical ginseng expertise. For patients from Korea or the Russian Far East, Shenyang is a relatively accessible northeast Chinese city.

Frequently asked questions

Where is The Affiliated Hospital of Liaoning University of TCM located?

The Affiliated Hospital of Liaoning University of TCM is located in Shenyang, China.

Is The Affiliated Hospital of Liaoning University of TCM a reputable hospital?

The Affiliated Hospital of Liaoning University of TCM 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 Affiliated Hospital of Liaoning University of TCM?

Yes. International patients are advised to contact the hospital ahead of the visit to confirm appointment procedures and language support (+86-24-86909111).

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