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Proton / heavy-ion therapy cost in Shenzhen, China

Typical all-in international-patient pricing for proton / heavy-ion therapy at Class A centres in Shenzhen, including what's included, length of stay and Class A hospital options.

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Typical price in Shenzhen

All-in international-patient pricing in USD. Final quote depends on case complexity, implant choice and length of stay.

LocationTypical price (USD)Notes
Shenzhen, China (Class A)29,75080,750International department, all-in patient-facing
China national average (Class A)35,00085,000Proton USD 35–55k; heavy-ion USD 55–85k

What's included in the China price

  • Multidisciplinary tumour board review
  • Treatment planning (CT simulation, fusion with diagnostic imaging)
  • Full course of proton or carbon-ion fractionation
  • Daily on-treatment monitoring + weekly assessment
  • Post-treatment imaging follow-up at month 3 / 6 / 12

Length of stay

3560 days in country. Fly-home clearance typically at day 17 post-procedure.

Shenzhen medical hub

Shenzhen is the youngest tier-1 medical hub — strong in stem cell research, dental tourism, and English-first private care via HKU-Shenzhen Hospital and Shenzhen United Family. The closest mainland city to Hong Kong.

Stem cell therapyDental tourismSports medicineExecutive physicals

Shenzhen Bao'an (SZX). 30 min from HKG by ferry; 14 h direct from US.

Class A hospitals in Shenzhen

International Standard

University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital

Co-managed by the University of Hong Kong since 2012. The first hospital in mainland China to implement a Western-style family doctor gating system. Operates under Hong Kong and international medical standards — the preferred choice for expats and internationally-oriented patients in the Greater Bay Area.

Class A Tertiary

Shenzhen People's Hospital

Shenzhen's largest comprehensive public hospital and Jinan University's Second Clinical Medical College. Strong in respiratory, hepatobiliary, and emergency medicine.

Class A Tertiary

Shenzhen Second People's Hospital

Shenzhen University's First Affiliated Hospital and the city's national clinical key specialty center for sports medicine, urology, and burn care.

Class A Tertiary

Peking University Shenzhen Hospital

Peking University's flagship hospital in the Greater Bay Area. Known for joint replacement, reproductive medicine, and Hong Kong–standard international services.

Class A Tertiary

Shenzhen Children's Hospital

Greater Bay Area's leading pediatric specialty hospital. Strong in pediatric surgery, hematology-oncology, and neonatal intensive care, with a Beijing Children's Hospital cooperation program.

Class A Tertiary

Shenzhen Third People's Hospital (National Clinical Research Center for Infectious Disease)

Shenzhen's flagship Class A infectious disease hospital and the National Clinical Research Center for Infectious Diseases. Strong hepatology, HIV care, and tuberculosis treatment.

Outcomes signal

  • SPHIC is one of few centres globally with operational dual proton + carbon-ion treatment
  • Outcomes for paediatric CNS tumours, skull base chordomas / chondrosarcomas, hepatocellular carcinoma, and recurrent / radioresistant disease consistent with international benchmarks

Frequently asked

How much does proton / heavy-ion therapy cost in Shenzhen?
Typical all-in international-patient pricing at Class A centres in Shenzhen ranges from $29,750 to $80,750 USD, including pre-op workup, anaesthesia, surgeon, hospital stay and routine follow-up.
Which hospitals in Shenzhen perform proton / heavy-ion therapy?
Shenzhen Class A centres including University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen People's Hospital, Shenzhen Second People's Hospital run dedicated international departments offering proton / heavy-ion therapy with English-speaking coordinators.
How long do I need to stay in Shenzhen?
Length of stay for proton / heavy-ion therapy is typically 35–60 days in country, with fly-home clearance at day 1–7 post-procedure.

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