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INTERNATIONAL PATIENTS

How International
Care Works

From specialist matching and treatment planning to travel support and follow-up coordination, our process is designed to help international patients navigate care with greater clarity.

Remote Review
Specialist Matching
Travel Support
Treatment Coordination
Follow-up Care
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Who This Process Is For

  • Seeking a Second Opinion
  • Considering Treatment Abroad
  • Complex Medical Conditions
  • Wellness & Preventive Care

HOW THE PROCESS WORKS

1

Submit Records or Questions

Share records, imaging, reports, or questions through our online form, email, or WhatsApp.

2

Case Review & Personalized Plan

Our team reviews your information and provides a detailed treatment plan, hospital recommendations, and estimated budget.

  • Treatment roadmap
  • Hospital options
  • Estimated budget
  • Timeline overview
3

Optional Doctor Consultation

If needed, we arrange an online consultation with the recommended specialist to confirm the treatment approach.

  • Video consultation
  • Q&A with doctor
  • Confirm treatment plan
4

Travel Planning & Coordination

Once plans are confirmed, we assist with travel arrangements and treatment scheduling.

  • Appointment scheduling
  • Airport pickup
  • Accommodation guidance
  • Translation coordination
5

Treatment in Shanghai

We match you to top-tier hospitals and leading specialists based on your condition and needs.

  • Leading hospitals
  • Expert specialists
  • Treatment coordination
  • On-site support & translation
6

Follow-up After Returning Home

We support your recovery with follow-up guidance and communication with your local doctors.

  • Post-treatment guidance
  • Remote follow-up
  • Medical records transfer

Specialist Matching Based on Your Condition

Different hospitals and specialists have different strengths. We recommend the most appropriate hospital and specialist based on your medical condition, treatment needs, and individual goals.

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Before You Travel

  • Documents & Records

    Medical records, imaging, pathology reports, labs, and passport copy.

  • Financial Planning

    Transparent cost estimate and payment plan provided before you travel.

  • Time Planning

    We help you plan the optimal length of stay based on your treatment.

Travel & Arrival Support

  • Airport Pickup

    Local transportation from airport to hotel / hospital.

  • Accommodation Guidance

    Hotel options near the hospital.

  • SIM Card & Local Assistance

    Stay connected with local support.

  • Navigation Support

    We help you get settled and oriented.

During Treatment

  • Treatment Coordination

    We coordinate between you and the hospital team.

  • English Support

    English-speaking care coordinators.

  • Optional French Translation

    Interpreter support available upon request.

  • Care Companion

    A dedicated coordinator accompanies you before, during, and after your treatment.

Access Shanghai's Top-Tier Hospitals

We work with Shanghai's leading hospitals and specialists. We select hospitals based on speciality strength, treatment needs, and physician expertise — not a one-size-fits-all approach.

Top-Tier Hospitals

First-class medical institutions

Specialist Matching

Experts in each medical field

Advanced Technology

International standard equipment

Patient-Centered Care

Personalized treatment experience

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Payment & Planning

Prepayment

A 30% prepayment is required to initiate scheduling and coordination after treatment plans and preliminary budgets are confirmed.

  • 1st online consultation is complimentary
  • Doctor involved treatment plan is fee involved
  • After treatment plans to shanghai and preliminary budgets are confirmed, then a 30% prepayment is required to initiate scheduling and coordination.

Cancellation Policy

  • Full refund if more than 7 working days before arrival
  • Partial refund according to consultation stage
  • Cancellation within 7 working days before arrival: 20% refunded, 10% charged for planning and coordination
  • Rescheduling: You may reschedule your schedule free of charge

Payment Methods

We support international bank transfer and other commonly used payment methods.

Safety & Emergency Considerations

Patients Requiring Immediate Emergency Care

Patients experiencing life-threatening emergencies or unstable medical conditions should seek immediate local emergency care first. Cross-border medical treatment planning may be considered after stabilization and when travel is medically appropriate.

Medically Complex Transfers

For selected complex cases, treatment coordination may begin after review of medical stability, travel readiness, and physician recommendations.

When International Planning May Be Appropriate

Second opinions Recovery-phase care Planned procedures Long-term treatment pathways Complex treatment planning

Our services focus on planned treatment coordination, not emergency medical transport.

If unexpected issues arise during treatment, our team can assist with communication, hospital navigation, and next-step planning.

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How Hospital Matching Works

Recommendations are based on specialty expertise, treatment goals, and physician strengths rather than a fixed hospital pathway.

Travel Coordination

Coordination may include scheduling, transportation guidance, translation support, and appointment planning.

Payment Expectations

Prepayment supports planning, scheduling, and treatment coordination before arrival.

Emergency Situations

Services focus on planned treatment coordination. Patients requiring urgent stabilization should seek local emergency care first.

Frequently Asked Questions

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