Beijing Tiantan Hospital Neurology Guide for International Patients (2026)

Full name: Beijing Tiantan Hospital / 首都医科大学附属北京天坛医院

Location (New Campus, in use since 2019): South 4th Ring Road West, Fengtai District, Beijing

Getting there: Subway Line 19, Shoujing Metro Station, walk ~10 minutes. Alternatively, taxi/DiDi is usually more convenient given the hospital's relatively suburban location on the south 4th ring.

Outpatient hours: Monday–Friday 08:00–12:00. Some departments have afternoon and weekend clinics.

Note on distance: Tiantan's new campus is in Fengtai District, south of central Beijing — further from most expat residential areas (Chaoyang, Wudaokou) than hospitals like PUMCH or China-Japan Friendship. Allow 30–50 minutes travel from central Beijing.

Neurosurgery (神经外科) Tiantan's neurosurgery department is ranked first in China and has internationally recognised expertise in: - Brain tumours: Glioma, meningioma, pituitary adenoma, acoustic neuroma (vestibular schwannoma), metastatic brain tumours - Cerebrovascular surgery: Cerebral aneurysm clipping, arteriovenous malformation (AVM) surgery, cavernous malformation - Spinal tumours - Skull base surgery

Neurology (神经内科) Strong clinical neurology programme covering: - Stroke (ischaemic and haemorrhagic) and secondary prevention - Multiple sclerosis (MS) and neuromyelitis optica (NMO) - Epilepsy — including evaluation for surgical candidacy - Parkinson's disease and movement disorders - Peripheral neuropathy - Headache and migraine

Functional Neurosurgery Deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's, dystonia, and essential tremor. One of China's most active DBS programmes.

Neuroradiology and Interventional Neurology Endovascular treatment of stroke, cerebral aneurysm coiling, AVM embolisation.

Tiantan specialists see very complex neurological cases. The quality of your consultation depends heavily on the completeness of your existing records. Prepare:

For brain tumour patients: - All MRI brain scans (pre- and post-contrast, with original DICOM discs if possible) - Pathology reports from any prior biopsy or surgical resection, including molecular markers (IDH mutation, 1p/19q codeletion, MGMT status for glioma) - Treatment history: prior surgery dates, radiation fields and doses, chemotherapy regimens - Current neurological symptoms and performance status

For stroke patients: - All brain imaging (CT, CTA, MRI-DWI, MRA) - Cardiac workup results (echocardiogram, Holter monitor) - Vascular risk factor data (BP records, lipids, HbA1c, platelet function) - Current medications

For Parkinson's / movement disorders: - Video of symptoms if possible (walking, tremor at rest vs action) - Medication history: levodopa equivalent dose, onset of motor fluctuations/dyskinesias - Neuropsychological assessment if available (relevant for DBS candidacy)

For epilepsy: - EEG reports (interictal and ictal if available) - MRI brain with epilepsy protocol (3T preferred) - Seizure diary with semiology description - Complete AED (anti-epileptic drug) history

Via 京医通 (recommended): Book 7 days in advance at 07:00. Neurosurgery senior specialist (主任医师) slots are extremely competitive — Tiantan attracts patients from across China. Consider using the waiting list (候补) feature.

What to expect on the day: 1. Arrive at the outpatient registration area with your appointment code 2. Check in at the neurosurgery / neurology outpatient desk 3. A junior doctor may take a brief history before the senior specialist review 4. Specialists at Tiantan typically spend 10–20 minutes per patient; come prepared with a concise summary of your condition 5. After consultation, pay for any ordered tests before proceeding

Practical navigation: Tiantan's new campus is well-organised with clear signage. The neurology and neurosurgery outpatient areas are in the main outpatient building — follow signs upon entry.

*Note: All hospital fees below are paid directly to Beijing Tiantan Hospital in CNY. Our patient escort service fee is quoted separately in USD.*

Approximate costs (self-pay, CNY): - Outpatient consultation (specialist): CNY ¥200–600 - Brain MRI (standard 1.5T): CNY ¥600–1,200 - Brain MRI with contrast (3T): CNY ¥1,000–2,000 - Epilepsy monitoring (video EEG, 24h): CNY ¥2,000–5,000 - Craniotomy for brain tumour resection: CNY ¥50,000–150,000+ - Deep brain stimulation (DBS, bilateral): CNY ¥100,000–200,000+

For surgical cases, obtain a written cost estimate from the ward before scheduling admission.