73-year-old American architect has spine surgery and cataract operations on both eyes in Hangzhou

When
2026-03
City
Hangzhou
Total cost reported
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Patient from
USA
Hospital
The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine (FAHZU)
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Timeline

2024-2026
Treated for four conditions at the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine.
2024-2026
Undergoes three surgeries: a minimally invasive lumbar spine procedure and cataract operations on both eyes.

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Source

  1. China emerging as cost-effective healthcare destination for foreign patients
    Xinhua · news · accessed 2026-10-26
  2. 10倍价差刷屏,外国人来华就医火了,三位亲历者这样说 (from National Business Daily)
    Huxiu / National Business Daily (每经头条) · news · accessed 2026-10-26
  3. American architect treated in Hangzhou hospital
    china.com · news · accessed 2026-10-26

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