National Centre for Neurological Disorders

Xuanwu Hospital
Capital Medical University

China's oldest and most prestigious neurology hospital. Founded in 1958 as the country's first dedicated neurological institute. Ranked #1 in Neurology and #1 in Geriatrics nationally. Over 1,017 specialist physicians providing cutting-edge brain and ageing care.

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93Medicsino Score
10,000+Annual Neurosurgery Procedures
5,000+Annual Stroke Admissions
1,017Specialist Physicians
1958Established

Medicsino Comprehensive Assessment

Clinical Excellence

96

Ranked #1 in Neurology and #1 in Geriatrics nationally. Pioneer in stroke thrombolysis and mechanical thrombectomy. Comprehensive epilepsy surgery programme with SEEG and intraoperative mapping.

International Reputation

89

Home to China's first neurological research institute. Collaborations with leading international neurology centres. Published extensively in Lancet Neurology, Neurology, and Stroke.

Research & Innovation

91

National Clinical Research Centre for Geriatric Diseases. Leading Alzheimer's disease and dementia research programme. Developed innovative stroke care pathway models adopted nationally.

Facilities & Equipment

88

3T and 7T MRI for advanced neuroimaging. PET-CT with amyloid/tau tracers. SEEG monitoring unit. Intraoperative MRI and awake craniotomy capability. Neuro-rehabilitation robotics.

International Patient Services

83

English-speaking neurologists and neurosurgeons. Remote imaging review (MRI/CT/PET). Streamlined pathway for international epilepsy surgery and DBS candidates.

Cost-Effectiveness

90

DBS surgery at 50-65% below US/European pricing. Epilepsy surgery at significant savings. Comprehensive dementia diagnostic evaluation excellent value.

Signature Specialties

Stroke Centre

Comprehensive stroke centre with 24/7 thrombectomy capability. Door-to-needle time < 30 minutes. Advanced imaging-based patient selection up to 24 hours. Dedicated stroke unit and early rehabilitation.

Epilepsy Surgery Programme

Phase I (scalp video-EEG, 3T MRI, PET, neuropsychology) and Phase II (SEEG, subdural grids) evaluation. Resective and disconnective surgery. Laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT).

Alzheimer's & Dementia Centre

Comprehensive diagnostic evaluation with amyloid/tau PET, CSF biomarkers, and neuropsychological testing. Access to disease-modifying therapy clinical trials. Caregiver education and support.

Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)

DBS for Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, dystonia, and emerging indications (epilepsy, OCD). Microelectrode recording-guided targeting. IPG programming and long-term management.

Geriatric Medicine

Comprehensive geriatric assessment. Polypharmacy management. Falls prevention and frailty programme. Sarcopenia diagnosis and intervention. Multidisciplinary elderly care coordination.

Neuro-Oncology & Skull Base Surgery

Awake craniotomy with intraoperative brain mapping. Endoscopic endonasal skull base approaches. Vestibular schwannoma surgery with facial nerve monitoring. Glioma molecular subtyping.

International Patient Services

Remote Neurological Consultation — Submit brain MRI, EEG reports, and clinical history for review by a senior neurologist. Treatment recommendation within 48 hours.
Epilepsy Surgery Evaluation — Pre-arrival Phase I evaluation plan. If surgical candidacy confirmed, fast-track to Phase II monitoring and surgery within one visit.
English-Speaking Neurologists — Multiple consultants with international training and publications. Seamless English communication for clinical consultations and informed consent.
DBS Comprehensive Package — From pre-op evaluation through surgery, IPG programming, and medication adjustment. 2-3 week structured pathway.
Dementia Diagnostic Package — Amyloid/tau PET, 3T MRI with volumetry, neuropsychological battery, CSF biomarkers. Comprehensive report with diagnosis and management plan.
Post-Operative Tele-Follow-Up — Video consultations for DBS programming adjustments and epilepsy surgery follow-up. Medication management coordination.

Hospital Gallery

Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University — Xicheng District, Beijing.

Available Packages at This Hospital

DBS for Parkinson's Package

From ¥180,000

Pre-op MRI, neuropsychological evaluation, bilateral STN or GPi DBS electrode implantation, IPG placement, initial programming, and 1-week medication adjustment. Hospital stay: 7-10 days.

Epilepsy Surgery Evaluation + Surgery

From ¥120,000

Phase I video-EEG monitoring (± Phase II SEEG), resective surgery, 5-7 days hospital stay. Does not include travel for prolonged Phase II if required.

Comprehensive Dementia Diagnostic Package

From ¥28,000

3T MRI with volumetry, amyloid or tau PET, neuropsychological battery (4-5 hours), CSF biomarkers, neurological consultation, and written diagnostic report with management plan.

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