Beijing Raffles Hospital | Three Decades of Trusted Care

Here is an overview of the specialized departments and services offered at Beijing Raffles Hospital:

• Obstetrics and Gynecology (妇产科): This department provides comprehensive obstetric and gynecological services, designed to cater to women of all ages. Services include personalized prenatal care, delivery services, and both primary and tertiary care for the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of gynecological conditions, such as uterine fibroids and ovarian cysts. The team comprises experienced counselors, nurses, and midwives who offer sensitive and expert medical and surgical care, including Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS). Additional services encompass screening and prevention, management of gynecological cancers, fetal-maternal medicine, family planning, menopause management, and fertility issues. The clinic is also equipped to handle gynecological emergencies.

• Pediatrics (儿科): Raffles Paediatrics serves as a complete one-stop clinic for infants, children, and adolescents, offering services from general pediatric medicine to sub-specialty care. A compassionate team of pediatricians, neonatologists, and nurses provides comprehensive care, including neonatal care, diagnosis and treatment of common childhood illnesses like colds, fever, and pneumonia, and vaccination services. The department also offers growth and development assessments, health guidance, and specialized services for childhood behavioral and developmental disorders such as speech delays, autism, and ADHD. Sub-specialty services include Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Atopic Conditions (with skin prick tests for allergens), Dermatology for pediatric skin diseases, and Nephrology for kidney-related disorders. A General Paediatric Surgery team is also available to treat children of all ages, from premature newborns to teenagers, for conditions like phimosis, inguinal hernias, and childhood tumors, adopting a holistic approach. The clinic is equipped to handle pediatric emergencies and offers observation rooms with parent-child facilities.

• Internal Medicine (内科): The Raffles Internal Medicine Centre offers prevention, diagnosis, and treatment for a wide range of adult internal diseases, focusing on personalized patient care. This department includes several subspecialties:

  • Cardiology: Provides comprehensive treatment for conditions such as coronary heart disease and hypertension.

  • Gastroenterology: Performs endoscopic examinations and treatments for conditions like gastric ulcers and enteritis, and addresses bowel and liver diseases.

  • Geriatric Medicine: Focuses on aging-related problems, lipid disorders, diabetes mellitus, dementia, and hypertension.

  • Nephrology: Deals with kidney disorders and renal transplantation.

  • Rheumatology & Allergy: Manages joint pain (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis), connective tissue diseases (e.g., lupus), rheumatism, osteoporosis, pain syndromes, and various allergies.

  • Pulmonology: Specializes in airway diseases, asthma, lung issues (e.g., cancer, infections), and offers sleep studies. The clinic is also equipped to manage internal medicine emergencies.

• Surgery (外科): The hospital's surgical team possesses extensive clinical experience across various surgical fields, performing a wide range of procedures. This includes General Surgery, with common procedures like appendectomies and cholecystectomies. The Orthopaedics department is notable for its dynamic team of specialized orthopaedic surgeons, nurses, and therapists, providing a one-stop solution for orthopedic conditions with advanced surgical technology. Orthopedic services cover specific areas such as Knee and Hip, Shoulder and Elbow, Spine Surgery, Sports Medicine, Hand & Reconstructive Surgery, and Foot and Ankle, complemented by support services like physiotherapy, occupational therapy, acupuncture, and a full range of radiology and diagnostic services. The hospital features an operation theatre for minimally invasive and day surgery, and is prepared for surgical emergencies.

• Dermatology (皮肤科): This department specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of various skin diseases, including common conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and acne. In addition to medical treatment, it offers dermatological aesthetic services, including laser treatments and skincare consultations. Paediatric skin diseases are also managed within the Paediatrics department.

• Stomatology (口腔科) / Dentistry and Orthodontics: The Stomatology department provides comprehensive services for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of oral diseases. This includes a wide array of dental procedures such as fillings, tooth extractions, and oral-maxillofacial surgeries. The department also specializes in orthodontics, offering personalized plans for teeth alignment, and treats common oral conditions like oral inflammations and dental caries. Early dental prevention is emphasized.

Other Key Services and Departments:

• Family Medicine / General Practice (全科医疗科): Beyond the specialized departments, Family Medicine is a core service where doctors are dedicated to establishing long-term patient relationships, providing comprehensive and preventative care for all ages. This includes the treatment of acute illnesses (e.g., coughs, flu, fever, stomach flu), chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, asthma), lifestyle disease management, and minor surgical procedures.

• Emergency Services (急诊): Beijing Raffles Hospital offers 24/7 emergency care, staffed by English-speaking certified emergency room doctors with extensive clinical experience. The department is well-equipped to handle a wide range of medical and surgical emergencies, including trauma, industrial accidents, poisoning, and sports injuries, supported by an international pharmacy, laboratory, and radiology department. The hospital emphasizes a personal touch in its boutique-sized emergency department, offering comfortable observation rooms with hotel-like amenities and parent-child facilities to help patients and their families feel at ease.

• Radiology (影像科): Equipped with state-of-the-art imaging systems, the Department of Radiology and Medical Imaging provides a wide range of diagnostic services. These include digital radiography, digital mammography, MRI, GI/GU contrast studies, full-body CT scans (with and without contrast), and ultrasonography (ultrasound).

• Medical Checkup Center / Health Screenings (体检中心): The hospital offers comprehensive health assessment packages tailored to individual needs and various age groups. These screenings are crucial for preventive health care and for identifying silent conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, and cancer. The center also provides visa health checkup services for immigration procedures.

• Physiotherapy (物理治疗及康复): Supporting patients' recovery and rehabilitation, physiotherapy services are available. This department works closely with Orthopaedics, offering support services to complement surgical and medical treatments.

• Traditional Chinese Medicine (中医): Integrating traditional healing practices, the hospital provides Traditional Chinese Medicine consultation services. These include acupuncture and therapeutic massage, along with a range of pre-packaged Chinese medicine products available in the pharmacy.

• Vaccination (预防免疫门诊): Comprehensive vaccination programs are offered for infants, children, and adults, providing effective prevention against infections and diseases like Hepatitis A and B. The hospital also provides seasonal flu vaccinations and a Children's Travel Clinic for travel-specific immunizations and health advice.

• Eye / Ophthalmology (眼科) and ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat) (耳鼻咽喉科): The hospital features dedicated specialists for eye care, including optometry and ophthalmology services. Additionally, ear, nose, and throat specialists are available to address related conditions.

• Mental Health / Psychology and Counselling (心理健康咨询): Raffles Hospital Beijing offers psychology and counseling services, providing support for patients' mental well-being. This includes addressing childhood behavioral and developmental disorders within the pediatric department.