ℹ️ Hospital info
Bring passport. Register first (挂号) then pay by cash or WeChat/Alipay. Largest and most renowned hospital in western China; expect crowds — the International Medical Center is faster for foreigners
📍 Address
🇨🇳 Inside China use Baidu or Amap; Google Maps needs a VPN.
🚇 Getting there
- Line 1Huaxiba (华西坝)Exit C
Buses 6, 8, 16, 49, 78 to Huaxiba / West China Hospital stop
From Tianfu Square (city centre): Metro Line 1 to Huaxiba, ~2 stops + 5 min walk (~15 min, ¥3); or taxi 4 km, ~¥15, 12-18 min
💬 Medical phrases to show the doctor/pharmacist
Tap any phrase to copy the Chinese and show it to hospital or pharmacy staff.
Describing symptoms
Chronic conditions & allergies
At the pharmacy / asking for medicine
At the hospital / logistics
Emergency
🛡️ Most public hospitals require payment first, then you claim from insurance. Keep every receipt (发票 fāpiào) and medical report. International travel/medical insurance is recommended; some International/VIP hospital departments bill insurers directly.
