Type: Academic Medical Center / Teaching Hospital
Location: Zhengzhou, Henan Province, China
Founded: 1928
Affiliation: Zhengzhou University – School of Medicine
Ownership: Public (People’s Government of Henan Province)

Overview

The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, is one of the largest and most comprehensive academic medical centers in China. As the flagship teaching hospital of Zhengzhou University, it integrates advanced clinical services, medical education, and biomedical research within a unified healthcare system.

Recognized as one of the hospitals with the largest bed capacity in the world, it serves as a major tertiary and quaternary referral center for Henan Province and Central China. With an exceptionally high annual patient volume, the hospital plays a strategic role in China’s national healthcare system.

Key Services & Specialties

• Cardiovascular Medicine & Cardiac Surgery
• Organ Transplantation (Liver, Kidney, Heart)
• Oncology & Comprehensive Cancer Care
• Neurology & Neurosurgery
• Critical Care & Emergency Medicine
• Orthopedics & Trauma Surgery
• Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Pediatrics & Neonatal Intensive Care
• Gastroenterology & Hepatology
• Endocrinology & Metabolic Disorders

As a leading referral center, the hospital manages complex, rare, and high-risk cases supported by advanced medical technologies and multidisciplinary expertise.

Academic & Research Role

The hospital serves as the principal clinical teaching base for Zhengzhou, University’s School of Medicine. It provides structured training for:

• Undergraduate medical students
• Resident physicians
• Subspecialty fellows
• Nursing and allied health professionals

The institution actively engages in clinical trials and translational research, particularly in organ transplantation, cardiovascular diseases, oncology, and high-precision medical therapies. Its strong academic integration ensures continuous adoption of evidence-based medicine and innovative treatment protocols.

Capacity & Facilities

• 7,000+ inpatient beds across multiple campuses
• Modern Intensive Care Units (ICUs)
• Advanced operating theatres
• Dedicated transplant centers
• Comprehensive diagnostic imaging services (MRI, CT, PET-CT, interventional radiology)
• Large-scale emergency and trauma centers
• Biomedical research laboratories and academic facilities

Its multi-campus system enhances service accessibility while maintaining high standards of tertiary and quaternary care.

Mission

To deliver high-quality tertiary and quaternary healthcare services, advance medical education and scientific research, and contribute to the improvement of public health standards across China.

Reputation

Widely regarded as one of China’s most prestigious public hospitals, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University is recognized for excellence in organ transplantation, cardiovascular surgery, oncology, and complex case management. Its vast operational scale, strong academic foundation, and commitment to innovation position it as a leading healthcare institution in Asia.