Executive Health Screening
in China — Thorough, Fast,
Exceptionally Priced
Full-body MRI, PET-CT, genomic profiling, and specialist consultations — completed in as little as 1 day. Hospital reports are in Chinese; professional translation is available on request. 65–80% below equivalent programmes in Singapore, Canada, and Germany.
Hospital-grade MRI — the same equipment used in Singapore and Germany
Our partner hospitals operate Siemens and GE MRI suites with the same technical specifications as facilities in Singapore, the UK, and Germany. Full-body scans are read by specialist radiologists and delivered in English within 24–48 hours — at 65–80% lower cost.
Why executives are choosing China over Singapore, Japan and the US for health screening
The same Siemens and GE scanners. The same clinical protocols. Radiologists trained to equivalent international standards. The cost difference is structural — China's healthcare pricing model, not a compromise on quality. We coordinate the logistics so your time in China is as efficient as possible — most programmes complete in 1–2 days.
China Care handles scheduling, interpretation, accommodation, and ensures you leave with every result in English — including DICOM imaging files for your home physician.
"I had been postponing a comprehensive health check for three years. In Guangzhou, it was done in two and a half days. They found a 4mm lung nodule I had no idea about — early stage, easily monitored."
Three Levels of Executive Health Screening
Hospital reports are issued in Chinese. Professional translation is available on request. Packages can be customised.
- ✓Full-body MRI (brain, chest, abdomen, pelvis)
- ✓Low-dose CT chest — lung cancer screen
- ✓Comprehensive blood panel (80+ markers)
- ✓Tumour markers (CEA, AFP, CA-125, CA19-9, PSA)
- ✓Cardiac workup (ECG + echocardiogram)
- ✓Abdominal & thyroid ultrasound
- ✓DEXA bone density scan
- ✓Chinese report
- ✓DICOM image files (USB or cloud)
- ✓Everything in Essential, plus:
- ✓PET-CT scan — whole-body metabolic imaging
- ✓Advanced cardiac MRI (myocardial function)
- ✓Sedated colonoscopy + gastroscopy
- ✓Pulmonary function test
- ✓Vascular assessment (carotid ultrasound + ABI)
- ✓Ophthalmology & hearing assessment
- ✓3 specialist consultations (your choice)
- ✓Chinese report + 12-month follow-up plan
- ✓Everything in Premium, plus:
- ✓Whole-genome sequencing (BRCA1/2, TP53, PALB2, Lynch)
- ✓Liquid biopsy — ctDNA multi-cancer early detection
- ✓Advanced gut microbiome analysis
- ✓Full hormone & cortisol panel
- ✓Brain MRI + cognitive function assessment
- ✓Unlimited specialist consultations during stay
- ✓Personalised 12-month health optimisation plan
- ✓Private ward + dedicated English-speaking nurse
| Feature | Essential | Premium | Executive Plus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-body MRI | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| CT Chest | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 80+ Blood Panel | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tumour Markers | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cardiac Workup | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Chinese Report | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| DICOM Files | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| PET-CT | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| Sedated Colonoscopy & Gastroscopy | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specialist Consultations | – | 3 included | Unlimited |
| Whole-Genome Sequencing | – | – | ✓ |
| Liquid Biopsy (ctDNA) | – | – | ✓ |
| Brain MRI + Cognitive Assessment | – | – | ✓ |
| 12-Month Optimization Plan | – | – | ✓ |
| Private Ward + Dedicated Nurse | – | – | ✓ |
| Duration | From 1 day | 1–2 days | 2–3 days |
Packages are fully customisable. Contact us with your specific clinical priorities and we will tailor the programme accordingly.
Included in Every Programme
Beyond the clinical tests — the coordination, language, and logistics support that makes the experience genuinely effortless.
- ◆Full-body MRI on 3T Siemens / GE / Philips scanner
- ◆Low-dose CT chest — lung nodule detection
- ◆Abdominal + thyroid ultrasound
- ◆Cardiac echocardiogram + 12-lead ECG
- ◆DEXA bone density scan
- ◆DICOM files provided on USB or secure cloud link
- ◆Full blood count, metabolic panel, lipid profile
- ◆Liver, kidney, and pancreatic function
- ◆Tumour markers — CEA, AFP, CA-125, CA19-9, PSA
- ◆Inflammatory markers — CRP, IL-6, ferritin
- ◆Full hormone panel — thyroid, cortisol, sex hormones
- ◆Vitamin & micronutrient deficiency screen
- ◆Hospital report in Chinese (standard issue by all hospitals)
- ◆Professional translation available on request
- ◆Professional human translation — available at additional cost
- ◆End-of-programme physician consultation (interpreter provided)
- ◆30-day post-screening Q&A with China Care
- ◆Hospital appointment scheduling and admission
- ◆Airport transfer to hospital and accommodation
- ◆Recommended hotels within walking distance of hospital
- ◆Bilingual coordinator on-call throughout stay
- ◆Medical visa invitation letter if required
- ◆International patient floor at every partner hospital
- ◆English intake forms and patient materials
- ◆Single-bed rooms for overnight stays
- ◆Western and Chinese meal options
- ◆Wi-Fi with VPN-accessible internet
- ◆Itemised quote before commitment — no surprises
- ◆Hospital fee and facilitation fee shown separately
- ◆Treatment cost quoted directly by the hospital — zero markup
- ◆Payment accepted in USD, HKD, SGD
PET-CT imaging: detect cancers and metastases invisible to standard scans
PET-CT combines metabolic activity data with anatomical imaging to detect tumours, assess treatment response, and identify metastases at an early stage. Available at our partner hospitals using the same Siemens and GE systems used in Germany and Singapore — at 65–80% lower cost.
Why executives choose China over Singapore, Japan and the West
Medical tourism for health screening has traditionally flowed to Singapore, Japan, and South Korea. A growing number of international executives are choosing China — for reasons beyond cost alone.
A full-body MRI that costs $4,000–$6,000 at a Singapore private hospital runs $800–$1,200 at a Tier-1 Chinese hospital. The machine is the same model — Siemens MAGNETOM, GE SIGNA. The radiologist holds equivalent qualifications. The cost difference is structural, not qualitative. See our China vs. Singapore breakdown for a line-by-line comparison.
In Western healthcare systems, assembling the same range of tests requires coordinating across multiple specialists over weeks. China's hospital system is structured around integrated health check centres — MRI, PET-CT, colonoscopy, and genomic testing scheduled within a single 2–3 day programme at one facility, discharged on Day 3 with results in hand.
In most Western markets, PET-CT is reserved for active cancer management — not preventive screening — due to cost and access. In China, PET-CT is a standard add-on to executive health programmes at $800–$1,500. Liquid biopsy (ctDNA multi-cancer early detection) is also commercially available, giving executives access to early detection tools not yet routine elsewhere.
China's genomic sequencing industry — anchored by BGI and others — has driven clinical WGS costs to $500–$1,200, compared to $3,000–$8,000 in the US or Canada. For executives with a family history of BRCA, Lynch syndrome, or Li-Fraumeni, genetic profiling as part of an annual screen is now genuinely accessible. Results returned with English clinical interpretation.
From First Enquiry to Your Results
Contact us via form or WhatsApp. Share your age, health history, family background, and preferred travel dates. We recommend the appropriate package and send an itemised quote.
Before travel · 1–2 day responseWe confirm your hospital appointment, recommend suitable accommodation options, and send a preparation guide. If a medical visa is needed, we prepare the hospital invitation letter. See our medical visa guide — many nationalities are visa-free for short stays.
1–3 weeks before travelAirport pickup to hospital. Day 1 focuses on imaging: full-body MRI, CT chest, abdominal ultrasound, cardiac echo. Fasting required. Most imaging is completed by early afternoon, leaving the evening free.
Day 1 · Full dayBlood draw (80+ markers, tumour panel, genomics if selected), sedated colonoscopy and gastroscopy (same-day results), pulmonary function, and specialist consultations. Our coordinator accompanies you throughout to ensure nothing is missed.
Day 2 · Full dayPhysician consultation reviewing all results, with our interpreter present. Abnormal findings explained with recommended follow-up. You receive the Chinese-language hospital report and DICOM files before departure. Professional translation can be arranged on request for your GP or insurer.
Day 3 · Morning only · Depart same dayGenomic results take 5–10 business days and are delivered by email. China Care remains available for 30 days post-screening for questions and specialist referral support at home.
After return · Up to 30 daysWhat the Same Tests Cost Around the World
All figures in USD, based on 2025–2026 published and reported private-patient rates. China Care provides itemised quotes showing hospital fee and facilitation fee separately.
| Test / Service | 🇺🇸USA | 🇨🇦Canada | 🇩🇪Germany | 🇸🇬Singapore | 🇧🇷Brazil | 🇨🇳China |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Body MRI (3T) | $4,000–$8,000 | $2,500–$5,000 | $1,800–$3,200 | $3,000–$5,500 | $700–$1,600 | $800–$1,400 Save ~75% |
| PET-CT (whole body) | $5,000–$10,000 | $2,500–$5,000 | $2,200–$4,000 | $2,500–$4,000 | $1,000–$2,200 | $800–$1,500 Save ~70% |
| Sedated Colonoscopy | $3,000–$5,000 | $1,800–$3,500 | $900–$1,800 | $1,200–$2,500 | $400–$900 | $300–$600 Save ~75% |
| Comprehensive Blood Panel (80+ markers) | $1,500–$3,000 | $1,000–$2,500 | $600–$1,400 | $800–$1,500 | $300–$700 | $200–$500 Save ~70% |
| Whole-Genome Sequencing (clinical) | $3,000–$8,000 | $3,000–$6,000 | $2,500–$4,500 | $2,000–$4,000 | $2,500–$5,000 | $500–$1,200 Save ~80% |
| Liquid Biopsy (ctDNA multi-cancer) | $2,000–$5,000 | $1,500–$4,000 | $1,200–$3,000 | Limited | Limited | $600–$1,200 Save ~75% |
| Full Executive Package (1–3 days) | $15,000–$25,000 | $10,000–$18,000 | $9,000–$15,000 | $8,000–$15,000 | $5,000–$10,000 | Quoted by hospital Save 65–80% |
Prices are indicative estimates based on published private-patient rates. Canada and Germany figures reflect out-of-pocket costs for private patients or non-residents. Brazil prices vary significantly by city. China Care provides itemised quotes for every programme — request yours →
How much could
you save?
Select a package and your home country to see the cost difference. Figures based on 2025–2026 private-patient rates.
Estimates are indicative. China Care provides a free itemised quote for every case.
Partner Screening Centres
China Care coordinates with three leading dedicated health screening chains. Each operates purpose-built screening facilities — not hospital wards — with streamlined appointment systems and consistent quality controls across locations.
Part of China’s largest healthcare platform. Screening centres in Beijing and Shenzhen with fully digital booking, paperless intake, and same-day results for most tests.
View centre profile →Premium-positioned screening chain with strong coverage in Shanghai, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang. Known for rigorous quality standards and a structured tiered programme system.
View centre profile →China’s largest private health screening group by number of locations. Covers over 200 cities — the most geographically accessible option for clients visiting secondary cities.
View centre profile →"Three days that changed how I think about my health."
“I had been meaning to get a proper health check for five years. My GP in Singapore could never coordinate everything in one go. In Guangzhou, we did the full-body MRI, PET-CT, colonoscopy, and genomic panel over two and a half days. They found a 4mm lung nodule I had no idea about. Early stage, easily monitored. I'm glad I went.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions we hear most often from international executives considering health screening in China.
Ask a specific question →Is the equipment and clinical quality genuinely comparable to Singapore or Germany?
For imaging specifically, yes. China's top-tier hospitals use the same MRI scanners (Siemens MAGNETOM, GE SIGNA), CT scanners (Siemens SOMATOM), and ultrasound systems as leading hospitals in Singapore or Germany. The cost difference is structural, driven by China's labour market, hospital pricing policy, and administrative overhead, not by inferior technology.
Radiologists at partner hospitals are trained to national board standards and many have completed fellowship training at international institutions. Every hospital in our network has been personally evaluated by our team. If it did not meet our standard, it is not on our list.
Will I be able to communicate with doctors and staff in English?
All partner hospitals have international patient departments with English-speaking staff for intake and administration. However, not all physicians speak fluent English, and you should have full comprehension of your results, not a partial summary.
China Care provides a bilingual coordinator who accompanies you at key consultations and ensures accurate interpretation throughout your stay. Hospital reports are issued in Chinese — this is standard across all Chinese hospitals, including their international departments. Professional translation for your GP or insurer can be arranged on request.
Do I need a visa? I'm from Canada / Germany / Brazil.
It depends on your passport. Under China's 2024–2026 visa-free policies: Germany, visa-free up to 15 days. Canada, currently requires a visa. Brazil, visa-free up to 30 days. Singapore, visa-free up to 30 days. Policies change; we confirm current status for your nationality when you enquire.
For a 2–3 day health screening trip, most European and SE Asian nationalities do not require a visa. If you do, China Care prepares the hospital invitation letter needed to support the application. See our complete medical visa guide for step-by-step instructions.
What happens if they find something serious?
If an urgent finding is identified, the hospital physician advises you immediately in the Day 3 consultation. For findings requiring further investigation, we help you assess whether follow-up in China makes sense (faster and more cost-effective) or whether returning home is more appropriate.
For non-urgent findings, the more common scenario, you receive a clear explanation, recommended monitoring interval, and a summary letter for your home physician. China Care is available for 30 days post-screening for questions and specialist referrals.
Can I get the DICOM imaging files to share with my doctor at home?
Yes. DICOM files for all imaging (MRI, CT, PET-CT) are included as standard. You receive them on a USB drive before departure, or via secure cloud transfer link. Your home radiologist or specialist can open these in any standard DICOM viewer for independent review and future comparison.
Which city — Guangzhou, Shanghai, or Beijing?
Guangzhou is best for SE Asia (Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand). Direct flights of 3–4 hours. Our most established hospital relationships. Mild climate year-round. Recommended for most international clients.
Shanghai suits clients from East Asia, Australia, and US East Coast. Strong VIP health check programmes at Zhongshan and Ruijin. Good English infrastructure in the city.
Beijing is best for clients who want the most prestigious institutional name (PUMCH, 301 Hospital), or who are already attending a Beijing hospital for another condition. Factor in colder winters.
Can my spouse or family members join the same programme?
Yes. We regularly coordinate programmes for couples or small family groups. The hospital schedules appointments to minimise overlap, and we recommend accommodation options for the group at the same location.
Each programme is individualised. For example, a male client may add a prostate-focused panel while a female client adds a gynaecological assessment, within the same overall programme and stay.
How far in advance should I book?
Essential package: 1–2 weeks' notice is usually sufficient. Premium and Executive Plus, particularly those including PET-CT, colonoscopy, and genomic sequencing, we recommend 3–4 weeks' lead time to coordinate scheduling across multiple departments.
If you have an urgent requirement, contact us and we will do our best to expedite. Some partner hospitals can accommodate short-notice bookings for international clients.
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