Xijing Hospital (空军军医大学西京医院), affiliated with the Air Force Medical University, is the highest-ranked hospital in Northwest China — #14 nationally on the Fudan Hospital Ranking. With over 4,100 international patients seen annually, it maintains an International Medical Department and English-capable physicians. Its digestive disease programme is the most respected in Northwest China, and its plastic surgery department is ranked #1 nationally. For the right case, Xijing offers access to a level of clinical depth found in very few Chinese hospitals — but whether it's the appropriate option for your situation depends on your diagnosis and objectives. China Care helps you work that out before you travel.
Xijing Hospital (空军军医大学西京医院) traces its origins to the Central Hospital established in Yan'an in 1939, making it one of China's most historically significant medical institutions. Today it is the flagship hospital of the Air Force Medical University and the highest-ranked hospital in Northwest China — #14 nationally on the Fudan Hospital Ranking. It operates 3,200 inpatient beds across 430 acres and sees over 3.7 million outpatient visits annually.
Xijing is structured around six "hospital within a hospital" specialty centres: Digestive Diseases, Orthopaedics, Brain Sciences, Cardiovascular Diseases, Dermatology, and Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. Each operates as a semi-independent clinical hub, giving patients access to department-level depth that rivals standalone specialist hospitals while keeping multidisciplinary collaboration seamless. The hospital holds 9 national key disciplines and 17 national clinical key specialties.
For international patients, Xijing operates an International Medical Department that coordinates English-speaking physician appointments, medical record translation, and international billing arrangements. With over 4,100 international patients seen annually, it is the most experienced hospital in Northwest China for cross-border care. China Care complements this by providing end-to-end coordination — from initial case review and department matching to on-the-ground interpretation and logistics throughout your stay in Xi'an.
Xijing is the only hospital in Northwest China ranked in the national top 15 (Fudan Ranking). Its digestive disease programme is #1 in Northwest China, plastic surgery is #1 nationally, and orthopaedics leads the Northwest. The hospital has performed over 20 medical "firsts" nationally or globally, including China's first face transplant and Asia's first gene-edited pig kidney transplant. For patients with complex or rare conditions, this depth of specialist expertise is difficult to find elsewhere in China.
With over 4,100 international patients seen annually, Xijing operates a dedicated International Medical Department that handles English-speaking physician scheduling, record translation, and international billing. Some specialists and nursing staff in key departments are English-capable. China Care provides additional interpretation and coordination support for consultations, documentation, and day-to-day communication throughout your stay.
Xi'an is a major international hub with direct flights from most Asian, European, and Middle Eastern capitals. Treatment costs at Xijing are significantly lower than equivalent care in Beijing or Shanghai for comparable clinical quality. For patients from Central Asia, the Middle East, or Russia, Xi'an is often more convenient and cost-effective than travelling to China's eastern cities. China Care helps you evaluate the full cost-benefit before you travel.
Finding a hospital's name is easy. Knowing whether it's actually the right one for your situation is much harder — that's where China Care helps.
Most international patients researching Xijing are unsure whether it's genuinely the right fit for their case, or whether another hospital might serve them better. China Care helps you answer questions like:
The departments most commonly accessed by international patients coordinated through China Care at Xijing Hospital.
Finding a hospital is the easy part. Understanding whether it's the right one for your situation is harder — China Care guides you through that, from initial guidance through to on-the-ground support in Xi'an.
Send your medical records, imaging reports, and a brief description of your condition and treatment goals. For oncology or surgical cases, include pathology reports and prior treatment history. This step is free and helps us understand whether Xijing — or another hospital — may be worth exploring for your case.
free · 1–2 daysChina Care registers your case with Xijing's International Medical Department, translates your medical records and referral documents, and confirms your appointment date, department, and specialist before you book travel — all coordinated in English on your behalf. This is a fixed-fee service, agreed with you upfront. Already in China? Skip this step — China Care can arrange direct escort and interpretation for your own visit instead.
Hospital Access · fixed fee · confirmed appointmentWith your appointment confirmed, you travel to Xi'an for your own in-person consultation. The specialist reviews your case in person, confirms the treatment plan, and provides a formal cost estimate — this step cannot be completed remotely at a public hospital. China Care's bilingual coordinator accompanies you throughout. Xi'an Xianyang International Airport serves direct flights from most Asian, European, and Middle Eastern cities.
in-person consultation · treatment plan & cost estimate issuedChina Care remains available for interpretation during consultations, assistance with hospital processes, and coordination of follow-up documentation after your return home. We ensure your discharge summary and clinical reports are translated and sent to your referring physician.
continuous support · bilingual coordinationWhichever stage you're at, China Care's role is the same: help you make an informed decision, not just a booking.
Disclaimer: The information on this page is provided for general reference purposes only and may be subject to change. Patients should confirm service availability, pricing, and clinical details directly with the hospital. China Care does not provide medical advice or guarantee clinical outcomes.
Xijing is one of China's most capable hospitals, but whether it's the right one for your situation depends on your diagnosis, your treatment goals, and your preferences. China Care helps you find the answer — before you travel.
Free initial case review · Fixed coordination fee · Pay the hospital directly for all medical costs
Flexible booking · Free rescheduling up to 24h before your appointment