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Shanghai
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Shanghai is China's global metropolis — home to advanced hospitals, full-body health check centres, and VIP medical services built for international visitors. From executive full-body assessments to specialist care, the city pairs medical sophistication with the comfort, privacy, and dedicated coordinator support global patients expect.

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Full Body Health Check in Shanghai

International health check centres in Shanghai

Before any treatment, most visitors start with a comprehensive full body health check. China Care partners with two nationally recognised screening centres in Shanghai — Meinian Onehealth and Ruici — both offering English-supported executive full body health check programmes with results review and dedicated coordinator support.

Screening Partner
Meinian Onehealth Screening Centre
Full-body check · MRI · CT · Executive packages

One of China's largest screening networks, with Shanghai locations offering comprehensive MRI and executive health assessments. English report summaries and coordinator support are available.

Executive Programmes MRI Available English Reports
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Screening Partner
Ruici Full Body Health Check Centre
Full-body check · Cardiac · Executive packages

A national screening chain with Shanghai centres providing full-body health assessments, cardiac evaluation, and executive check programmes. Coordinator-supported with translated result summaries for international visitors.

Executive Programmes Cardiac Assessment English Reports
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Guide
Shanghai Health Screening Guide
For foreigners · Visa · Costs · Step-by-step

A complete, plain-language guide to getting a full body health check in Shanghai as a foreign visitor — what to expect, visa notes, typical costs, and how China Care coordinates the whole process.

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Why Shanghai

Why foreign visitors choose Shanghai for full body health checks

Shanghai pairs a global, English-friendly metropolis with advanced medical infrastructure and dedicated international patient services. For foreign visitors, that means executive full-body assessments with English reports, private coordinator support, and a comfortable, low-friction experience from arrival to results.

Advanced full-body screening infrastructure
Shanghai's major screening centres offer MRI, CT, cardiac evaluation, and executive health programmes under one roof. China Care partners with Meinian Onehealth and Ruici to arrange English-supported assessments with results review.
Dedicated international patient services
Hospitals and screening centres across the city maintain international patient departments with English-speaking coordinators, translated report summaries, and VIP consultation arrangements for visiting patients.
An English-friendly, international metropolis
Shanghai's central districts offer international-standard apartments, Western supermarkets, English-language clinics, and a sizeable community of international residents — making a health trip practical and comfortable for foreign visitors.
Easy to reach, simple to plan
With direct flights from most international hubs and a 240-hour transit option or Medical Visa S2, Shanghai is straightforward to reach for a planned full body health check, with China Care coordinating appointments and transfers.
Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center exterior — a major Shanghai hospital with an international patient department

Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center (FUSCC), home to a dedicated international patient department for visiting patients.

Getting There
Flight: Direct from most international hubs via Pudong (PVG) or Hongqiao (SHA)
From HK: Direct flights, ~2.5 hours
Airport: Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)
Visa: 240-hour transit or Medical Visa S2
What It Costs

Treatment costs in Shanghai (2026 estimates)

All figures are indicative ranges based on China Care's network data. Final costs depend on your specific protocol, hospital, and treatment duration. We provide a written itemised estimate before you commit to travel.

Commercial CAR-T Therapy
CD19, BCMA or dual-target constructs for lymphoma, myeloma, or ALL. Includes bridging chemo, infusion, and 4–6 week inpatient monitoring.
Shanghai Cost
$125K–$215K
Heavy Ion Therapy
Carbon ion radiotherapy for skull-base tumours, chordomas, prostate cancer, and selected solid tumours. 2–4 week treatment course at SPHIC.
Shanghai Cost
$40K–$55K
PD-1 Immunotherapy
Tislelizumab, Camrelizumab, Sintilimab, or imported Keytruda/Opdivo. Annual cost including infusions and monitoring.
Annual Cost
$15K–$30K
Cancer Surgery (Robotic)
Da Vinci robotic surgery for colorectal, gastric, prostate, or gynaecological cancers. Includes 5–7 day inpatient stay.
Shanghai Cost
$12K–$22K
Executive Full Body Health Check
Full-body check including CT, MRI, PET-CT, cardiac assessment, tumour markers, and specialist review. 1–2 day programme.
Shanghai Cost
$1,000–$1,400

Sources: China Care cost database 2026, hospital published price lists. Costs exclude accommodation, flights, and navigation service fee.

Specialist Treatment

If your screening finds something: Shanghai hospitals we coordinate

Most health checks bring peace of mind. If a screening identifies a condition that needs specialist care, China Care coordinates your case with the hospitals below — we translate your records and accompany you during key consultations.

National Grade 3A
Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center
Oncology · CAR-T · Precision Medicine

China's #2 dedicated cancer hospital, handling over 50,000 new cases annually. FUSCC's multidisciplinary teams cover all major tumour types and its CAR-T programme is among the most active in eastern China. Dedicated international patient wing with English-speaking oncologists and patient coordinators.

CAR-T Therapy Precision Medicine Breast Cancer Gastric Cancer
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National Grade 3A
Shanghai Proton and Heavy Ion Center
Heavy Ion Therapy · Proton Therapy · Radiotherapy

China's first and most established heavy-ion therapy facility. Jointly operated by Shanghai Jiao Tong University and national research institutes, SPHIC uses carbon ion beams to treat skull-base tumours, chordomas, prostate cancer, and selected lung, liver, and pancreatic tumours with exceptional precision.

Heavy Ion Therapy Proton Therapy Skull-Base Tumours Chordoma
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National Grade 3A
Ruijin Hospital
Haematology · CAR-T · Bone Marrow Transplant

Affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Ruijin Hospital is one of China's foremost haematology centers. Its haematology department pioneered differentiation therapy for acute promyelocytic leukaemia and remains a national leader in bone marrow transplantation, CAR-T, and lymphoma treatment.

Haematology CAR-T Therapy Bone Marrow Transplant Leukaemia
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Practical Information

Everything you need to know before you travel

Visa & Entry
240-Hour Visa-Free
Most nationalities can enter Shanghai without a visa for up to 10 days. Sufficient for diagnostic visits, PET-CT, and initial oncology consultations at FUSCC or SPHIC.
Medical Visa (S2)
Required for treatment stays longer than 10 days. Requires a hospital invitation letter, financial proof ($10K–$15K USD), and medical records. China Care handles the documentation.
Accompanying Person
One family member may apply for an S1 visa to accompany the patient. China Care prepares both applications simultaneously.
Language & Communication
At the Hospital
FUSCC maintains a dedicated international patient center with English-speaking oncologists. Shanghai's large expat population means English is more widely spoken in and around major hospitals than in other Chinese cities.
China Care Support
Xiaoyue Peng is your coordinator and patient advocate. Professional medical interpretation is arranged for consultations, ward rounds and treatment planning discussions.
Accommodation
In-Hospital
FUSCC provides private international-wing rooms. SPHIC patients typically stay in nearby serviced apartments during their 2–4 week radiotherapy course, allowing daily outpatient attendance.
Near Hospital
Shanghai's international hospital clusters in Xuhui and Pudong are surrounded by international-standard hotels and serviced apartments. China Care recommends suitable accommodation options nearby and arranges airport transfers.
Payments & Insurance
Payment Methods
International wire transfer and select international credit cards accepted at major hospitals. Payment is made directly to the hospital.
Common Questions

What patients ask about treatment in Shanghai

What is heavy-ion therapy and why do international patients consider Shanghai for it?
Heavy-ion (carbon ion) therapy uses beams of carbon atoms to destroy cancer cells. The Bragg peak effect means the beam deposits energy directly inside the tumour while limiting exposure to surrounding healthy tissue — a precise form of radiotherapy. Shanghai Proton and Heavy Ion Center was China's first dedicated facility and has treated thousands of patients since opening, with outcomes data comparable to established Japanese and German centers. It is among the established high-volume carbon ion facilities available to patients travelling from English-speaking countries.
How does Shanghai compare to Guangzhou for cancer treatment?
Both cities offer established oncology services. Guangzhou has a high CAR-T treatment volume in southern China and SYSUCC handles large case numbers annually. Shanghai's advantage is heavy-ion therapy (not available in Guangzhou), a cosmopolitan living environment, and English-language support outside the hospital. For haematological cancers, either city is well equipped. For skull-base tumours, chordomas, or cases requiring carbon ion radiotherapy, Shanghai is an appropriate choice.
Is Shanghai more expensive than other Chinese cities for medical care?
Hospital treatment costs in Shanghai are broadly comparable with Guangzhou and Beijing. Living costs — accommodation and food — are higher in Shanghai than in other major Chinese cities, but international-standard options are more readily available. For heavy-ion therapy specifically, costs depend on the treatment plan and hospital. China Care provides a full cost breakdown before you travel, so you know exactly what is included before any commitment.
What is the patient experience like in Shanghai hospitals?
Shanghai's major cancer hospitals have invested heavily in international patient infrastructure over the last decade. FUSCC's international center offers English-speaking case managers, translated reports, and a dedicated patient liaison team. Outside the hospital, Shanghai's established expat community, Western restaurant scene, and English-language media make daily life significantly easier for international patients and their families during extended stays.
How do I arrange a consultation at Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center?
Submit your pathology reports, imaging, and treatment history to China Care. We prepare a Chinese-language case summary and forward it to FUSCC's international patient center. A specialist assessment is typically returned within 3–5 working days via email or WhatsApp. If the case is appropriate for FUSCC, China Care will advise whether a pre-travel video consultation is available at that hospital before you commit to travel.

Full body health check or specialist care in Shanghai?

Start with a comprehensive health check at Meinian or Ruici, or send us your records if you already need specialist treatment. China Care reviews your case and coordinates every step — before you book any flights.

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