Medical Innovation Zones
Discover China's "Medical Cities" — specialized zones with pilot policies for early access to global drugs, advanced biotech research, and world-class international hospitals.
Shenzhen Qianhai Health Innovation Zone
深圳前海健康创新区
A "Medical High Ground" designed to integrate Hong Kong-style medical management with mainland infrastructure, serving as a pilot for cross-border medical cooperation in the Greater Bay Area.
Shanghai Pudong International Medical Zone (SIMZ)
上海浦东国际医学园区
Established in 2003, SIMZ is a premier healthcare industrial park in Shanghai's Pudong New Area. Known as a "Modern Medical City," it integrates high-end medical services, research, and manufacturing.
Beijing Zhongguancun Life Sciences Park
中关村生命科学园
Commonly referred to as "Life Valley," this park in Beijing's Changping District is China's premier hub for biotechnology and life sciences innovation, integrating basic research with clinical application.
Why Innovation Zones?
Early Access
Special zones like Boao and Qianhai allow hospitals to use international drugs and devices before they receive general NMPA approval in mainland China.
International Standards
Many hospitals in these zones are built in direct partnership with global leaders such as Cedars-Sinai, Mayo Clinic, and Mass General.
Foreign Talent
Preferential visa and tax policies attract the world's leading medical researchers and specialist physicians to practice in these hubs.