Which city in China is right for your treatment?
Explore China's leading medical tourism destinations and discover the best cities for health screening, cancer treatment, CAR-T therapy, proton therapy, and specialist care. Six cities serve international patients, each with different clinical strengths, at costs 60–80% lower than the US or Europe. This guide helps you choose.
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China offers a diverse range of medical tourism destinations, each with unique strengths. Whether you're seeking executive health screening, cancer treatment, CAR-T therapy, proton therapy, or specialist care, choosing the right city can make a significant difference to your medical journey — and international patients increasingly choose China for a combination of advanced technology, affordable costs, world-class hospitals, and dedicated concierge support.
Heavy-ion and proton therapy centres, NMPA-approved CAR-T products, and robotic surgery platforms on par with or ahead of Western equivalents.
Treatment costs quoted directly by the hospital, typically 60–80% below equivalent care in the US or Europe.
Tertiary hospitals and specialist cancer centres with high clinical volume, international patient departments, and English-language support.
China Care coordinates hospital matching, medical records translation, visa support, and logistics from your first enquiry to discharge.
Which Chinese city is best for your medical needs?
Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Wuhan, and Hainan / Boao are the six Chinese cities with the most experience treating overseas medical tourists — each specialising in different treatments, from CAR-T therapy and heavy-ion radiotherapy to executive health screening. Use the “Best For” list on each card as a quick reference, then get in touch and China Care will confirm the right fit for your specific case.
What does treatment cost in China vs the rest of the world?
China's public hospitals deliver care at a fraction of Western prices — without compromising on technology or outcomes. For patients from the US, UK, Australia, the Gulf, or Southeast Asia, the savings are substantial enough to cover travel, accommodation, and support services many times over.
| Treatment | China | USA | UK | Germany | Singapore | Thailand | India |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAR-T Cell Therapy (domestic product) | $125,000–$215,000 | $400,000–$500,000 | $300,000–$450,000 | $250,000–$380,000 | $250,000–$350,000 | Not available | $90,000–$150,000 |
| CAR-T Cell Therapy (imported, Boao zone) | $120,000–$180,000 | $400,000–$500,000 | $300,000–$450,000 | $250,000–$380,000 | $250,000–$350,000 | Not available | Not available |
| Heavy-Ion Radiotherapy | $30,000–$45,000 | $120,000–$180,000 | Not available | $80,000–$120,000 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Proton Therapy | $25,000–$40,000 | $80,000–$120,000 | $60,000–$100,000 | $50,000–$80,000 | $40,000–$70,000 | $30,000–$50,000 | $15,000–$30,000 |
| Liver Cancer Surgery (hepatectomy) | $8,000–$18,000 | $60,000–$120,000 | $40,000–$80,000 | $30,000–$60,000 | $25,000–$45,000 | $12,000–$22,000 | $6,000–$14,000 |
| Lung Cancer Surgery (lobectomy) | $10,000–$20,000 | $70,000–$130,000 | $45,000–$85,000 | $35,000–$65,000 | $28,000–$50,000 | $14,000–$26,000 | $7,000–$16,000 |
| Bone Marrow Transplant (allogeneic) | $30,000–$60,000 | $300,000–$500,000 | $150,000–$300,000 | $100,000–$180,000 | $80,000–$140,000 | Limited availability | $25,000–$55,000 |
| Executive Health Screening (comprehensive) | $1,800–$3,500 | $5,000–$15,000 | $3,000–$8,000 | $2,500–$6,000 | $3,500–$10,000 | $1,500–$4,000 | $800–$2,500 |
| PET-CT Scan | $800–$1,200 | $5,000–$10,000 | $1,800–$3,500 | $1,500–$3,000 | $2,000–$4,000 | $1,200–$2,200 | $500–$1,000 |
All figures are indicative estimates in USD. Actual costs depend on diagnosis, disease stage, hospital, and individual treatment plan. Treatment costs are quoted directly by the hospital — China Care does not add to, inflate, or mark up the hospital's quoted treatment cost. Prices current as of 2026.
Sources: US CAR-T list prices from manufacturer label filings (Novartis Kymriah, Gilead/Kite Yescarta); UK/Germany figures from published NHS England and German DRG reimbursement data; Singapore figures from published private-hospital rate cards (Gleneagles, Mount Elizabeth); India figures from published Apollo and Fortis Hospital rate schedules; China CAR-T approvals verified via NMPA official registry; clinical trial availability via ClinicalTrials.gov; China treatment cost figures from hospital-issued quotes coordinated by China Care (2024–2026).
Which city is right for your treatment?
A quick reference guide summarising which Chinese city is best for your medical needs — Beijing for cancer, CAR-T, and rare diseases; Shanghai for international care and executive health screening; Guangzhou for cancer and stem cell research; Shenzhen for health screening and medical innovation; Wuhan for comprehensive specialist care; and Hainan / Boao for innovative medicines. China Care will recommend the most appropriate city based on your specific diagnosis and records.
| City | CAR-T Therapy | Heavy Ion | Experimental Drugs | Health Screening | Near Hong Kong | Visa-Free Entry |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guangzhou | ✓ Strong | — | Limited | ✓ Yes | ✓ 47 min HSR | 240h transit |
| Beijing | ✓ Leading | Limited | ✓ Clinical trials | ✓ Yes | — | 240h transit |
| Shanghai | ✓ Yes | ✓ Leading | Limited | ✓ Yes | — | 240h transit |
| Hainan / Boao | ✓ Imported products | ✓ Yes | ✓ Unique access | ✓ Yes | — | ✓ 59 nationalities |
| Shenzhen | ✓ Yes | — | Limited | ✓ Yes | ✓ 20 min MTR | 240h transit |
| Wuhan | ✓ Yes | — | ✓ Clinical trials | ✓ Yes | — | 240h transit |
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Send us your diagnosis, medical records, or screening interest. Not sure where to go? We review your case and recommend the most appropriate hospital and city.
We forward your case to the hospital and obtain their initial assessment — confirming whether they can accept you as a patient and providing a preliminary treatment plan and cost estimate in English.
Already have a hospital in mind? We help you engage them directly. Otherwise, we confirm the specific hospital, department, and physician team suited to your case.
The hospital issues your medical visa invitation letter. We coordinate airport transfer, hospital admission, and interpreters — and remain your point of contact for 90 days after discharge.
Patient journeys
His oncologist in Toronto had no further options to offer. Within a week we had identified an active trial. He is now in complete remission, fourteen months later. “I had been told there were no options left.”
Quoted $14,000 by a Singapore private hospital, she contacted us while planning a business trip to China. We booked a 2-day full-body programme for $4,200. Screening flagged a 1.2cm nodule later confirmed as early-stage.
Quoted £28,000 in London, he contacted us via the website form. Total cost including flights and accommodation: under £9,000. Full-arch restoration across two visits over 6 days.
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