Where International Patients Should Go for Neurosurgery & Brain Care in Shanghai

Shanghai's Neurosurgery Strength

Shanghai is one of China's most important centers for neurosurgery and stroke care. Its flagship hospitals combine decades of surgical experience with modern technology: neuronavigation, intraoperative MRI, gamma knife radiosurgery and neuro-endoscopy. Costs are typically 50–70% lower than in Western countries, and complex procedures such as brain tumor resection and aneurysm clipping are performed at high volumes.

Tier 1: National neurosurgery center

Huashan Hospital (Fudan University) International Medical Center — Huashan's neurosurgery department is consistently ranked among China's best and is a national key specialty. It leads in brain tumor surgery (glioma, meningioma, pituitary), vascular neurosurgery, functional neurosurgery and neuro-endoscopy. The international medical center provides English coordination for consultations, second opinions and surgical planning. Shanghai Changzheng Hospital — Renowned for complex spinal surgery and vascular neurosurgery, including minimally invasive spine techniques.

Tier 2: Specialist brain hospital

Shanghai Donglei Brain Hospital — A modern specialist hospital focused on brain and spine disorders, founded by leading neurosurgeons. It offers comprehensive care for brain tumors, cerebral vascular disease (aneurysm, AVM), epilepsy surgery and neuro-critical care, with a more accessible international service than large public hospitals.

Estimated Costs (2026)

Neurosurgical consultation: CNY 600–2,000

Brain MRI: CNY 1,500–3,000

Gamma knife radiosurgery: CNY 30,000–80,000

Brain tumor resection: CNY 80,000–200,000

Aneurysm clipping / coiling: CNY 80,000–200,000

International Patient Process

Send your MRI/CT scans and reports for a free neurosurgical review.

We arrange multidisciplinary consultation with neurosurgeons and, if needed, a second opinion.

Admission, surgery scheduling, translation and rehabilitation are coordinated by our team.

FAQ

Q: Can you arrange a remote consultation before travel? Yes — we organize video consultations with senior neurosurgeons and review your imaging. Q: How long is the hospital stay for brain surgery? Typically 7–14 days for major procedures, followed by outpatient rehabilitation. Q: Is Gamma Knife available? Yes — at Huashan and other leading centers, usually as a same-week treatment.