Shanghai Raffles Hospital

Raffles Hospital Shanghai: Shanghai's International Hospital at the Heart of Qianjiang — Singapore's Healthcare Standard in China's Financial Capital

Shanghai rewards people who plan ahead. For the executives, diplomats, investors, and international families who call this city home — or pass through it regularly — Raffles Hospital Shanghai brings the same standard of care they'd find in Singapore, delivered in the heart of one of the city's most prestigious addresses.

What Raffles Hospital Shanghai Is

Raffles Hospital Shanghai is the first comprehensive international hospital in China established by Singapore-based Raffles Medical Group — the same network behind Raffles Hospital Singapore, Raffles Hospital Beijing, and Raffles Hospital Chongqing. Located in the Qianjiang International Business District — Pudong's flagship zone for finance, technology, and multinational headquarters — Raffles Shanghai occupies a purpose-built 12-floor facility designed to match the expectations of Shanghai's international community.

The hospital is one of China's earliest high-end private hospitals to receive JCI (Joint Commission International) accreditation — a credential that reflects genuine, independently verified adherence to global healthcare quality standards. It is not a hotel with doctors; it is a hospital, built and operated to hospital standards, with hotel-quality patient experience layered on top.

The Location Advantage

Qianjiang is not a generic business park. It's the part of Shanghai where Goldman Sachs sits next to Alibaba, where the city holds its most important international events, and where the foreign diplomatic and business community is most concentrated. Raffles chose this address deliberately — placing its Shanghai campus within walking distance of the international residential compounds, embassies, and corporate offices that define the neighborhood.

What Makes Raffles Shanghai Different

Three features set Raffles Shanghai apart in Shanghai's competitive international healthcare landscape:

True multilingual capability. While most international hospitals in Shanghai offer English, Raffles Shanghai goes further — providing services in English, German, Japanese, and Malay. This matters for specific expat communities in Shanghai who have historically faced language gaps, and for business travelers from these regions who find themselves in Shanghai for a medical appointment.

JCI-accredited clinical standards. JCI accreditation is not decorative. It means the hospital's clinical governance, patient safety protocols, infection control, surgical standards, and medical staff credentials have been independently assessed against globally recognized benchmarks. Raffles Shanghai has held this accreditation — one of the first high-end private hospitals in China to do so.

24-hour emergency and inpatient services. Outpatient services run Monday to Saturday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. But the emergency department is staffed and operational 24 hours a day, 7 days a week — covering the full range of urgent care needs for international residents and frequent visitors.

Who Raffles Shanghai Serves

• International professionals and their families living in Shanghai

• Business travelers requiring scheduled care or emergency services

• Corporate clients arranging health assessments for employees

• Patients from the Qianjiang and Lujiazui financial districts

• Medical tourists combining Shanghai travel with quality healthcare

• German, Japanese, and Malay-speaking communities in Shanghai

Location

Address: No. 200 Yuanzhao Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai

Clinical Services

Raffles Hospital Shanghai offers a comprehensive clinical scope — covering preventive care, primary medicine, specialist services, and emergency care under one roof:

Health Screening & Health Management Comprehensive health checkup packages designed for different ages and life stages, with full English reporting, individual health risk assessments, and ongoing health management plans.

Family Medicine Primary care for adults and children, preventive health consultations, chronic disease monitoring, and coordination with specialist services when needed.

Internal Medicine General internal medicine and subspecialty care covering cardiovascular, respiratory, metabolic, and gastrointestinal conditions.

General Surgery Surgical services across general surgical conditions, with specialist surgical teams and modern operating facilities.

Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Bone, joint, and musculoskeletal care — from sports injuries to degenerative conditions — with rehabilitation support.

Mental Health Psychiatric and psychological services including consultations, assessments, and treatment plans for mental health conditions.

Gastroenterology Digestive health services including diagnostic endoscopy and gastroenterology consultations.

Cardiac Centre Cardiovascular assessment, diagnosis, and management — covering heart disease prevention, screening, and ongoing cardiac care.

Obstetrics & Gynecology Women's health services including gynecological care, health screening, and obstetric services.

Pediatrics Medical care for children from infancy through adolescence, including health checkups, vaccinations, and specialist referrals.

Dentistry Comprehensive dental care from routine checkups and cleanings to specialist dental procedures.

Medical Aesthetics Cosmetic and aesthetic medicine services for skin health, rejuvenation, and aesthetic treatments.

Vaccination Services Routine immunizations and travel vaccines — serving both adults and children.

Emergency Medicine 24-hour emergency department covering acute illness, injury, and urgent medical situations.

Visa Medical Examinations Official medical clearance examinations for visa applications — a practical service for foreign nationals in Shanghai.

Direct Billing & Insurance

Raffles Hospital Shanghai maintains direct billing arrangements with major international insurance providers. For patients covered by eligible plans, this means the hospital handles the claim directly with the insurer — eliminating out-of-pocket payment and the administrative burden of reimbursement claims.

Confirm your specific insurer's direct billing arrangement with Raffles Shanghai's business centre before your appointment.

Key Information

Booking: Contact MedTourChina to arrange your Raffles Hospital Shanghai health screening or clinical services.

• Phone/WeChat: +86 177 4202 6990

• Email: info@medtourchina.net

• Website: www.medtourchina.net

Address: No. 200 Yuanzhao Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai

Hours: Outpatient: Monday to Saturday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM | Emergency: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raffles Hospital Shanghai a JCI-accredited hospital?

Yes. Raffles Hospital Shanghai is one of China's earliest high-end private hospitals to receive Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation — an independently verified credential confirming the hospital meets globally recognized standards for patient safety, clinical quality, and healthcare management.

What languages does Raffles Hospital Shanghai support?

Raffles Hospital Shanghai provides multilingual services in English, German, Japanese, and Malay — making it one of the most linguistically diverse international hospitals in Shanghai. English is the primary service language throughout. Additional language needs can be coordinated through the hospital's business centre.

How is Raffles Hospital Shanghai different from other international hospitals in Shanghai?

Three distinguishing features: (1) True multilingual capability across four languages — English, German, Japanese, and Malay — serving specific expat communities that often face language gaps elsewhere. (2) JCI accreditation, independently verified against global healthcare standards. (3) Location in Qianjiang International Business District — one of Shanghai's most prestigious addresses, adjacent to major financial institutions and international residential areas.

What is the Qianjiang International Business District and why does it matter?

Qianjiang is Pudong New Area's flagship international business district — designed as Shanghai's next premier zone for finance, technology, and multinational headquarters. Raffles Hospital Shanghai's location here means it sits within the same neighborhood as some of the city's most significant foreign embassies, financial institutions, and international residential compounds. For patients in this area, Raffles is genuinely local.

Does Raffles Hospital Shanghai have 24-hour emergency services?

Yes. The emergency department at Raffles Hospital Shanghai operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Outpatient services run Monday to Saturday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

Can Raffles Hospital Shanghai handle medical emergencies?

Yes. The hospital's 24/7 emergency department is staffed to handle acute illness, injuries, and urgent medical situations. For international residents and frequent visitors to Shanghai, this round-the-clock emergency capability provides a reliable healthcare safety net.

Does Raffles Hospital Shanghai accept international health insurance?

Yes. Raffles Shanghai maintains direct billing arrangements with major international insurance providers. Eligible patients can often receive services without out-of-pocket payment. Contact the hospital's business centre (+86 21 6129 3000) or MedTourChina to confirm your specific insurer's coverage before your visit.

How does Raffles Hospital Shanghai compare to Raffles Hospital Beijing or Chongqing?

All Raffles hospitals in China operate under the same Raffles Medical Group standards — the same clinical protocols, quality management, and commitment to international patient service. The differences are geography and specialty emphasis: Raffles Shanghai serves the Yangtze River Delta and Qianjiang business community; Raffles Beijing covers Northern China; and Raffles Chongqing serves the Western China market and the China-Singapore demonstration zone.