Beijing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Dermatology Department (皮肤科): Founded in 1956 by the renowned Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) dermatological expert Mr. Zhao Bingnan, this department is a National Clinical Key Specialty and a first-batch key specialty and discipline recognized by the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It serves as a Beijing TCM distinctive diagnosis and treatment center and also a Chinese-Western medicine key discipline, offering master's and doctoral degree training. The department specializes in treating conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, and herpes zoster using integrated TCM-Western therapies. Beyond these, it also addresses cases of sores and peripheral vascular disease. Unique to this department are its distinctive hospital-made preparations and a range of traditional therapies including plaster stick therapy, black cloth plaster therapy, Chinese medicine immersion and wet compress therapies, acupoint application, ear acupressure, plum blossom needle, bloodletting cupping, and various acupuncture techniques. Its significance is further highlighted by the presence of the Zhao Bingnan Dermatology Research Center, which is one of the hospital's key clinical treatment centers.

Gastroenterology Department (脾胃病科): Recognized as a National Key Traditional Chinese Medicine discipline, this department is a central focus area for the hospital. It explicitly concentrates on the treatment of chronic gastritis, peptic ulcers, and functional dyspepsia utilizing specialized TCM herbal formulas. The department also extends its expertise to manage conditions like gastric esophageal reflux disease and constipation. As one of the hospital's clinical centers, the Spleen and Stomach Disease Center plays a crucial role in advancing TCM gastroenterology. It is also designated as a Beijing TCM distinctive diagnosis and treatment center and a National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine North China Regional Diagnosis and Treatment Center.

Cardiovascular Department (心血管科): Established nearly 60 years ago during the hospital's early days, the Cardiovascular Department is a National Clinical Key Specialty and a key discipline/specialty under the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It focuses on treating coronary heart disease and hypertension, employing a combination of acupuncture and herbal remedies. The department is notable for its "Three Methods of Treating the Heart," its integrated approach to coronary heart disease using both interventional and traditional Chinese medicine techniques, and advanced procedures like complex coronary artery hybrid surgery, permanent pacemaker implantation, and radiofrequency ablation. It also incorporates traditional TCM external therapies such as cupping, Chinese medicine external washes, and Chinese medicine retained enema.

Acupuncture Center (针灸中心): Established in 1956, this center is a National Clinical Key Specialty and a key specialty/discipline recognized by the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It boasts a rich academic legacy, with influential figures like the "Golden Needle" Wang Leting and the first "National Master of Chinese Medicine" He Puren, who developed the "Acupuncture Three Tong Methods". The center specializes in pain management and neurological disorder treatments. It manages 116 inpatient beds with a high utilization rate and sees approximately 150,000 outpatient visits annually across its 78 treatment beds. It offers specialized clinics for a wide range of conditions, including headache, insomnia, deafness, stroke, and Parkinson's-like diseases, along with unique techniques such as He's Fire Needle Therapy and Golden Needle Trans-acupuncture. The hospital also hosts the Beijing International Training Center for Acupuncture, which has trained thousands of TCM practitioners and acupuncturists from over 80 countries, solidifying its international influence.

Oncology Department (肿瘤科): Established in 1968, this is one of the earliest integrated Chinese and Western medicine oncology specialties in China. It integrates healthcare, teaching, and research, and is recognized as a National Clinical Key Specialty and a key specialty by the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine. The department combines TCM with oncology care, specifically to help alleviate chemotherapy side-effects. It treats various cancers, including breast cancer and lung cancer. Its specialized treatments include radiofrequency ablation for malignant tumors, high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU), interventional therapy, minimally invasive procedures, and traditional acupoint application therapy. Additionally, it uses Chinese medicine to address lymphedema following breast cancer surgery and offers external applications for radiation dermatitis.

Emergency Department (急诊科): This department is crucial for handling acute cardiovascular and cerebrovascular emergencies. It has been recognized by the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine as a TCM emergency clinical base and a National TCM Epidemic Prevention and Emergency Medical Rescue Base. It is also designated as a National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine North China Regional Diagnosis and Treatment Center for TCM Emergency (Critical Care Medicine), underlining its critical role in urgent care.

Nephrology Department (肾病科): This department focuses on the management of chronic kidney disease, primarily utilizing TCM detoxification therapies. It is recognized as a key specialty by the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Research within the department includes real-world studies on conditions like membranous nephropathy, aiming to optimize integrated Chinese and Western medicine treatment plans.

Gynecology Department (妇科): Established in 1956, the Gynecology Department is a key specialty construction unit under the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine's "12th Five-Year Plan". It serves as a Beijing TCM Gynecology Treatment Center and is a training base for resident physicians, a clinical drug trial base, and a master's degree granting point in TCM Gynecology. The department specializes in treating menstrual disorders and infertility using traditional Chinese herbal regimens. Specific conditions addressed include abnormal uterine bleeding (崩漏), threatened abortion (胎漏、胎动不安), dysmenorrhea (子宫腺肌病), and oligomenorrhea (月经过少病).

Orthopedics Department (骨科): Established concurrently with the hospital's founding, the Orthopedics Department integrates clinical practice, research, and teaching with a strong emphasis on TCM characteristics in orthopedics. It addresses fractures and arthritis through bone-setting techniques. The department employs a combination of Chinese and Western medicine, offering specialized treatments such as TCM visual needle knife technique, joint replacement, percutaneous endoscopy (foraminoscopy) for lumbar disc herniation, and discography. It also provides comprehensive care for conditions like cervical spondylosis, utilizing both integrated Chinese and Western medicine approaches and surgical interventions.

Medical Checkup Center (体检中心): This center provides comprehensive health check-ups.