Beijing Chaoyang Hospital | National Hub for Respiratory Medicine

Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine (呼吸与危重症医学科) As a leading department in China, this specialty excels in the comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of various respiratory diseases and critical respiratory conditions, utilizing advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies. It is recognized as a national key discipline and a WHO Tobacco or Health Collaborating Center, serving as a major talent training base for master's, doctoral, and postdoctoral students. The department is well-equipped with 219 beds, including 16 in its Respiratory Intensive Care Unit (RICU). Pioneering in advanced techniques, it boasts extensive experience with non-invasive positive pressure mechanical ventilation (NPPV), significantly reducing intubation rates, and Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) for crucial life support in critically ill patients. It plays a leading national role in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary embolism and pulmonary vascular diseases, contributing to national guidelines and a broad prevention and control network. The department also offers specialized care for interstitial lung diseases and pleural and mediastinal diseases, employing advanced diagnostic methods like medical thoracoscopy. Additionally, it operates a dedicated smoking cessation clinic (since 1996) and a national smoking cessation hotline (since 2009). The department utilizes a comprehensive pulmonary function testing system, which served as an official lab for the Beijing Olympics, and possesses rapid nucleic acid detection technology for respiratory viruses, vital during public health crises. The team consists of 53 doctors (including 13 chief physicians) and 140 nurses across its three campuses.

Heart Center (心脏中心) This center is highly skilled in diagnosing and treating a wide range of heart diseases, including coronary heart disease and arrhythmia, supported by a professional and experienced medical team. It is recognized as one of the earliest "Heart Center" models in China and holds designations as a national key discipline and clinical specialty, as well as a national cardiovascular clinical pharmacology experimental research base. The center has been honored with two National Science and Technology Progress Awards. It pioneered the "green channel" for acute myocardial infarction treatment with emergency Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) since 1995, consistently maintaining a leading national position in both the volume and quality of these life-saving procedures. The Western Campus Cardiac Department is equipped with advanced angiography, electrophysiology, and interventional devices for complex cardiac procedures, ensuring high-level care.

Urology (泌尿外科) The Urology department focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of a wide array of urological diseases, including specialized expertise in minimally-invasive surgeries for kidney stones and prostate diseases. Established in 1958, it also serves as the Capital Medical University Urology Research Institute and was designated a Beijing municipal key discipline in 1998. With the expansion to the Changying campus in 2023, the department significantly increased its capacity to 151 beds, making it one of the largest and most advanced urology departments in Beijing in terms of both scale and talent. Its comprehensive sub-specialization includes 8 sub-specialty directions and over ten main diagnosis groups, with particular strengths in kidney transplantation, laparoscopic and robotic tumor treatment, and voiding dysfunction. The Western Campus specifically highlights its successful application of three-port 3D laparoscopic prostatectomy, demonstrating its commitment to cutting-edge surgical techniques.

Emergency Medicine Center (急诊医学中心) This center is well-equipped to handle all types of emergency cases, providing rapid and effective medical services around the clock across its three campuses. Established in 1986, it was one of China's first independent emergency medicine departments and has consistently achieved high national rankings (second for five consecutive years) in technology value assessments. The center has developed highly efficient "green channels" for acute stroke and traumatic brain injury, collaborating with departments like Neurosurgery, Neurology, and Radiology to ensure immediate diagnosis and treatment. It performs over 200 thrombectomy surgeries annually for acute ischemic stroke, significantly improving patient outcomes and earning recognition as an "Excellent Thrombectomy Unit" in Beijing. Its neuro-intensive care unit (NICU) is equipped with advanced rescue equipment and managed by experienced medical teams, providing robust support for critically ill patients.

Obstetrics and Gynecology (妇产科) This department provides comprehensive services for women's reproductive health, including expert pregnancy care and gynecological disease treatment, delivered by experienced medical staff. Established in 1958, it is a comprehensive center integrating medical care, teaching, and research. It holds significant designations as a Ministry of Health Class IV Gynecological Endoscopy Diagnosis and Treatment Technology Training Base and a Beijing and Chaoyang District Critical Maternal and Child Rescue Center. The department has a substantial capacity with 152 beds and a large team of nearly 200 medical and nursing professionals, including doctoral and master's supervisors, professors, and numerous chief and associate chief physicians. It manages over 150,000 outpatient visits annually, reflecting its extensive experience and high volume in all aspects of women's health, from family planning to complex gynecological issues.

Hyperbaric Oxygen (高压氧科) This department specializes in hyperbaric oxygen therapy, which is used to treat a variety of conditions, including carbon monoxide poisoning and non-healing wounds. The department's scope extends to innovative applications, with reported uses of hyperbaric oxygen therapy to aid in the treatment of insomnia and infertility. It is listed as a key clinical department within the hospital, underscoring its importance and advanced therapeutic offerings.

Occupational and Toxicology Medicine (职业病与中毒医学科) This department is specifically dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of occupational diseases and poisoning cases, leveraging deep professional expertise in this specialized field. A critical service offered by the hospital, under this department's umbrella, is 24-hour screening for unknown toxins and drugs, ensuring prompt and accurate intervention in acute poisoning emergencies.

Hernia and Abdominal Wall Surgery (疝和腹壁外科) This department is recognized for its expertise in treating hernia and abdominal wall-related diseases, employing advanced surgical techniques for repair. The hospital's general surgical capabilities also include single-port minimally invasive weight loss surgeries (such as sleeve gastrectomy with double-channel reconstruction), which indicate a broader proficiency in advanced minimally invasive abdominal procedures that are relevant to modern abdominal wall surgery.

Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery (耳鼻咽喉头颈外科) This department is highly skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the ear, nose, throat, head, and neck, providing high-quality medical services. It is an integral part of the hospital's clinical services and actively participates in the Ear, Nose, and Throat Management Committee, emphasizing its structured approach to patient care and departmental oversight.

Anesthesiology (麻醉科) The Anesthesiology department ensures safe and effective anesthesia for a wide range of surgical procedures. It is supported by a team of experienced anesthesiologists and utilizes advanced anesthetic techniques, playing a crucial role across all surgical disciplines within the hospital.

Medical Checkup Center (体检中心) The Medical Checkup Center offers comprehensive health examination procedures and packages designed to meet various needs. Notably, during the COVID-19 pandemic, Chaoyang Hospital established a dedicated Health Check-up site specifically for COVID-19 nucleic acid testing for travel purposes for asymptomatic individuals, demonstrating its adaptive and essential role in public health services. It is listed as both a specialized department and a clinical department within the hospital.