The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University
One of China's premier medical institutions with a rich legacy dating back to 1883. A leading Grade III Class A hospital providing comprehensive cancer care and advanced treatments.
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About The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University
The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, also known historically as Soochow Hospital or Boxi (博习) Hospital, is a premier Grade III Class A hospital - the highest classification in China's public hospital system.
Directly under Jiangsu Provincial Health Authorities, it serves as the key medical center for southern Jiangsu, providing clinical leadership and supervising regional health. The hospital became affiliated with Suzhou Medical College in 1957, evolving to its current name following the 2000 merger forming Soochow University.
The hospital was among the first in China to introduce X-ray machines, advanced surgical techniques, and a female nursing program, expanding with missionary support including Rockefeller funding.
Clinical Excellence
With approximately 3,000 beds across two campuses and serving over 2.3 million outpatient and emergency visits annually, the hospital combines historical excellence with modern medical technology to provide comprehensive cancer care and specialized treatments.
Hospital Overview
Founded
1883 by American Methodist missionaries William Hector Park and Walter Russell Lambuth
Hospital Tier
Grade III Class A - Highest classification in China
Management
Directly under Jiangsu Provincial Health Authorities
Campuses
Pinghai Road (Main Campus) & Shizi Street (Original Campus)
Capacity
Approximately 3,000 beds
Annual Patient Volume
~2.36 million outpatient/ER visits
~240,000 admissions
~24,400 surgeries performed annually
Medical Staff
~3,050-4,500 staff including 210-305 senior title holders
Hospital Statistics
Key metrics showcasing the scale and capacity of The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University
National Key Specialties
The hospital excels in multiple clinical areas with nationally recognized expertise
Orthopaedics
National key discipline with advanced surgical techniques and research
Hematology
Leading department with national awards and innovative treatments
Neurosurgery
National key clinical specialty with advanced surgical capabilities
Pharmacy
National key clinical specialty with comprehensive medication management
Radiology
National key discipline with state-of-the-art imaging technology
Oncology
Comprehensive cancer care with advanced treatment modalities
Advanced Facilities & Infrastructure
State-of-the-art medical technology and infrastructure supporting comprehensive patient care
Diagnostic Equipment
- PET-CT scanners
- 3.0T MRI systems
- Dual-source CT
- Digital subtraction angiography (DSA)
- Digital X-ray systems
Surgical Facilities
- Hybrid operating rooms
- Minimally invasive surgery suites
- Endoscopy centers
- Advanced ICU facilities
- Day-care surgery units
Digital Infrastructure
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
- Online appointment systems
- AI-assisted diagnostics
- IoT-enabled monitoring
- Smart hospital technologies
Research Facilities
- National key laboratories
- Clinical trial coordination units
- Biobank and genomic platforms
- Postgraduate education centers
- Simulation training labs
Hospital Locations & Contact
Two campuses serving patients in Suzhou with comprehensive medical services
Hospital Campuses
Pinghai Road Campus (Main)
No. 899 Pinghai Road, Gusu District, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China, 215006
Opened: August 2015
Shizi Street Campus (Original)
No. 188 Shizi Street, Gusu District, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China, 215006
Established: 1883
Additional Information
Both campuses are located in Suzhou's historic Gusu District, well-connected by public transport including metro and bus services.
The hospital provides multilingual services for international patients.
Hospital Location Map
Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China
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