medical-tourism

A client came to me years ago. His mother had a rare cancer. Doctors gave her 6 months. He heard Chinese hospitals might have options. I said yes before I knew how to help. Connected him with Peking Union Medical College Hospital (PUMCH) — one of the top medical centers in Asia, known for complex cases. She got surgery and targeted therapy. Stayed 6 weeks. I visited twice with congee and fruit. She went home in remission. That was 3 years ago. She is still alive. Sends me a message every Chinese New Year. I am not just a guide. I open doors.\n\nThis isn't a story I tell often, but it's the one that reminds me why I do what I do. When you're a first-time visitor to China, you might think of me as someone who helps you book flights on Trip.com, find a hotel on Booking.com, or snag a cheap fare on Google Flights. And sure, I do that. But my real job is connecting people with what they need — whether it's a life-saving hospital or the best bowl of noodles in a Beijing hutong.\n\nFor travelers, here's what I want you to know: China is more accessible than you think. You can fly direct from New York (JFK) to Beijing (PEK) in about 13 hours on Air China, or from London (LHR) to Shanghai (PVG) in 11 hours on British Airways. Once you're here, I can help you navigate everything from the Great Wall to a private consultation at a top-tier hospital like PUMCH, where English-speaking international coordinators can assist. The cost? A consultation might run you around $150–$300 USD (about ¥1,000–¥2,000 RMB), far less than similar care in the US or Europe.\n\nI've been doing this for 15 years — I'm a mom of two, and I've learned that travel is about trust. Whether you're coming for treatment, tourism, or both, I'm here to open doors you didn't even know existed. Just like I did for that family. She's still alive. And every Chinese New Year, her message pops up on my phone. That's the kind of connection I offer.