Funded by Sir Run Run Shaw and opened in 1994, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital (SRRSH) is a Grade 3A general teaching hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine. It adopted a US-style management model from the start and is accredited by Joint Commission International (JCI), so its processes and services for foreign patients are comparatively international. Minimally invasive (laparoscopic) surgery, general surgery, orthopaedics and cardiology are well regarded, and it runs an international medical service. MedHelpChina handles record translation, specialist matching and escort.
China · Hangzhou
Shangcheng (Qingchun campus) · Qiantang
International department (IMS) ✓
International medical centre
Grade 3A university hospital
Affiliated with Zhejiang University School of Medicine · JCI accredited
Key specialties
SRRSH is known for minimally invasive surgery and standardised, internationally oriented hospital management.
Minimally invasive surgery
Wide use of laparoscopic hepatobiliary-pancreatic and GI surgery, with enhanced recovery (ERAS) pathways.
General & surgical oncology
Surgery for GI, hepatobiliary-pancreatic, thyroid and breast disease.
Orthopaedics
Minimally invasive spine surgery, joint replacement and sports medicine.
International management
JCI accredited, with processes, patient safety and communication close to international hospital standards.
What foreign patients should know
The international medical centre is a common first stop for foreign patients in Hangzhou, especially those who need English communication.
- Record review first: MedHelpChina prepares a bilingual summary and imaging, confirms the right department, then books.
- Surgical patients: Bring recent original imaging, pathology (if any) and previous surgery records.
- ID: Bring your original passport to register.
- Payment: Fees are paid directly to the hospital; check direct insurance billing in advance.
Location & getting there
The Qingchun campus is on Qingchun East Road, close to Qianjiang New Town and Hangzhou East Station.
SRRSH Qingchun campus
3 Qingchun East Road, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
About 30–45 minutes by car, depending on traffic.
Hangzhou East Railway Station (high-speed rail)
About 10–20 minutes by car; about 1 hour by high-speed rail from Shanghai Hongqiao.
Treatments we coordinate here
4 key specialties & programmesLaparoscopic surgery assessment
Minimally invasive options for hepatobiliary and GI disease
GI & HPB cancer surgery
Tumour surgery with enhanced recovery (ERAS)
Minimally invasive spine & joint replacement
Disc herniation, stenosis, knee and hip replacement assessment
International clinic check-up
Comprehensive consultation and tests for first-time visitors
Frequently asked questions
Booking with the international department, escort and billing.