Overview
The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, founded in 1903 as the Sino-French Taomei Hospital, is a prestigious Grade III-A public hospital located in Guangzhou, China. With a rich history spanning over a century, the hospital has evolved into a comprehensive medical center integrating clinical care, teaching, research, and preventive medicine. It is equipped with 1,500 beds and features 44 clinical departments and 18 medical technology departments. The hospital is internationally renowned for its exceptional capabilities in respiratory medicine, housing the National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease and the State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease. It played a pivotal role during the SARS outbreak and the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to respiratory care, the hospital excels in thoracic surgery, urology, and critical care. Demonstrating its commitment to global healthcare standards, the hospital achieved the CIHA (Chinese International Hospital Accreditation) certification in 2026, aligning with international benchmarks like JCI. The hospital offers dedicated services for international patients, including multilingual support, an International Medical Department, and direct billing with international insurance providers, ensuring high-quality, accessible care for expatriates and medical travelers.