Dongguan is located in the Pearl River Delta and is a major city in China. With four districts, this metropolis has become an international industrial and major economic center, attracting enormous foreign-direct investment. This city has a pleasant climate and is known for its long coastline and seafood varieties.
Taking a look at the city's health care facilities, it is obvious that its enterprising spirit is not limited to industrial and economic development. Although the city has many well-equipped hospitals, only some major medical centers can provide services with English-speaking staff. The following is a description of two leading hospitals.
Dongguan City People's Hospital (Red Hospital ) located at 88 Tong sand in Wan Cheng Bei Yu, came into existence in 1888 as the Chinese Rhenish Church Lifeline Hospital and has witnessed several name changes before receiving its present name in 1988. Investors poured a large amount of capital for the hospital's modernization. As a result, this medical center has become the largest integrated health care facility in the region. This-patient centered hospital is situated in a lovely area, embellished with beautiful gardens and immaculate lawns. It employs a large, competent staff; includes 1500 beds for inpatients and provides contemporary and holistic quality-health care in all medical specialties. Dongguan City People's Hospital has achieved the prestigious three, A-level rating by the Health Ministry, as well as the provincial honors of Civilized Hospital Award and the Advanced Unit of Health Award.
Their outpatient department, established in 1930, is well organized and has special acupuncture, massage, and ECG treatment rooms. The surgery division has well-equipped units assisting many specialties. There are 15 advanced operating rooms featuring laminar flow and imported instruments, all manufactured by global companies. The center is particularly well known for various transplantations, advanced cardiac surgery, laparoscopy, arthroscopy and hysteroscopy. Its advanced emergency department features emergency surgery, observation room, pediatric unit, infusion area, various emergency tests, first aid services and state-of-the-art equipment. Managed by 50 experienced professionals, this department is available 24-hours a day. Other acclaimed departments utilizing advanced medical equipment, include ICU, radiology and ultrasound. Telephone: 22223412.
Global Doctor Dongguan Clinic is another preferred hospital for foreign dignitaries and visitors. This clinic resides at No. 30 IEO International Block in Dynatown. Established in 2005, and owned by Global Doctor, the acclaimed global health care and emergency assistance provider, this medical facility offers comprehensive medical service in all major specialties including family medicine, dentistry and acupuncture. It employs experienced, foreign doctors and English-speaking staff. Medical consultations are available in various languages like English, German, Spanish and Portuguese.
The center also offers round-the-clock medical advice, house call services, antenatal and postnatal care and also conducts many occupational health and annual medical programs. The Dongguan Clinic offers good surgical services in all major areas and provides pharmaceutical, laboratory and x-ray assistance. It offers excellent emergency services through the Global Doctor Beijing Response Center and offers referrals, medical evacuations and repatriation. This hospital also has associations with international insurance companies and is a member of the renowned International Assistance Group (IAG). Telelphone: 22030011.
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