International Aesthetic Medicine at a Tertiary Hospital
A detailed institutional overview of the international program — the setting, the team, the international pathway, the language and travel support, the fee structure, and the frequently asked questions.
An international program inside a tertiary hospital
Who We Are
The international aesthetic medicine service is the English-speaking pathway into the Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics Medical Center of Chongqing West District Hospital — a modern tertiary general hospital in the Jiulongpo District of Chongqing. The hospital opened the Center in April 2026 and the international pathway operates as a single point of contact for international patients.
Why Choose This Center
Aesthetic care carries real medical considerations: anaesthesia, infection control, vascular-safety protocols, and complication cover. Practicing inside a tertiary general hospital means the operating theatre, intensive care, imaging, and pharmacy are in the same building — not a referral away.
Multidisciplinary Support
Every international plan draws on real medical depth: pre-anaesthesia assessment, vascular-safety protocols, pharmacy and imaging support, and theatre-level backup if a complication needs surgery. That safety net is the difference between an injection clinic and a hospital department.
Six service lines, one coordinator
All six service lines of the Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics Medical Center are open to international patients. The international coordinator routes your enquiry to the correct lead so you do not repeat your story.
Aesthetic Surgery
Eyelid, nose, chin, lip, and facial refinement surgery, plus breast and body contouring. Planned conservatively with hospital-grade anaesthesia and ICU cover for complex cases.
Reconstructive Plastic Surgery
Scar revision, complex wound care, post-trauma reconstruction, and repair of failed cosmetic operations. Reconstructive indications may be insurable, unlike cosmetic indications — we will tell you which category applies.
Skin & Laser Aesthetics
Laser and energy-based pigment, scar, and rejuvenation work, with treatment intensity adjusted to skin type and conservative protocols for higher Fitzpatrick grades.
Dermatology
Medical skin assessment before any aesthetic plan — pigment conditions, barrier health, dermatitis, and post-procedure complication care. The dermatology lead can review your history remotely before any travel.
Injectables & Skin Quality
Botulinum toxin, dermal fillers, skin boosters, and thread lifts, planned conservatively with vascular-safety protocols and surgical backup in the same building.
Breast & Body Contouring
Breast augmentation, reduction, lift, liposuction, and abdominoplasty with hospital-grade anaesthesia, ICU cover, and English-speaking discharge planning.
Michael Yu, International Coordinator
Michael Yu is the named International Coordinator for the Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics Medical Center. He is the single point of contact for international patients from first enquiry through follow-up.
Single Point of Contact
From your first message to your final follow-up, Michael is the person who replies. He routes your enquiry to the correct specialist lead, gathers the documents needed for a written summary, and confirms everything in writing before any travel or deposit.
Reachable on X and Facebook
Michael can be reached on X at @sooogooo and on Facebook at sooogooo. Send a message with a brief description of your goals and any relevant medical history, and he will respond with the next step.
Honest about scope
Michael’s role is coordination, not clinical advice. Clinical questions are routed to the appropriate specialist lead, and the coordinator summarises written recommendations rather than offering medical opinions himself.
English-speaking coordination, clear documentation
The international pathway is built for patients who do not read Chinese. Every step — from first enquiry to discharge summary — is documented in English.
Step by step, from enquiry to follow-up
The international pathway is a written sequence of steps. You can pause, ask questions, or step out at any point. Nothing is scheduled without your written agreement.
- Enquiry. Send a written message describing your goals and any relevant medical history. The coordinator replies in English with the next step.
- Online consultation. A video or written consultation with the relevant specialist lead. Photos may be requested for surgical or laser planning.
- Written summary. The coordinator sends a written summary in English: scope, timeline, fee estimate, and what is and is not included.
- Deposit & booking. Once the written plan is agreed, a deposit confirms the surgical date. The deposit is credited against the final invoice.
- Visa guidance. The coordinator provides a hospital invitation letter for your visa application. We do not sponsor a medical visa; the visa is your responsibility.
- Airport pickup. Pre-arranged airport pickup from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport can be arranged through the coordinator for an additional fee.
- In-person consultation. An in-person English-speaking consultation with the specialist lead on arrival, including pre-anaesthesia assessment for surgical cases.
- Treatment. Treatment is performed inside the tertiary hospital with full emergency, anaesthesia, and ICU cover.
- Recovery lodging. Recovery lodging near the hospital can be arranged for international patients and accompanying family members.
- Follow-up online. After discharge, follow-up is conducted by email, messaging, and remote photo review with the specialist lead and the coordinator.
Getting to the hospital, staying near it
The hospital is in the Jiulongpo District of Chongqing, well connected by air, high-speed rail, and metro.
By Air
The nearest major airport is Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG), with direct flights from most major Asian hubs and selected long-haul destinations. Pre-arranged airport pickup can be coordinated for international patients.
By High-Speed Rail
Chongqing West Railway Station is one of the city’s principal high-speed rail hubs, connected to Chengdu and other major cities. Metro Line 5 connects the station area to the hospital.
By Metro
Huayan Station on Metro Line 5 is the nearest metro stop, about 500 m south of the hospital. The walk is flat and well signed.
Accommodation & Family Rooms
The coordinator can suggest hotels within walking distance of the hospital, and advise on family-room options for accompanying relatives during inpatient stays.
Transparent fees, honest about what is insured
Fees are quoted in writing before any commitment. The hospital accepts standard payment methods. Cosmetic procedures are out-of-pocket in most cases; only medically indicated procedures may be insured.
Honest limits
An international medical-aesthetics pathway should be honest about what it cannot do. Here is what this program does not promise, so you can plan accordingly.
Ready to plan your visit?
Reach out for an initial conversation. We will discuss your options, timeline, travel, and fees honestly before any commitment.