Your health has been
waiting long enough.

Yes — with important context. The hospitals in our network are not clinics or pop-up medical centres. They are top-tier academic hospitals and JCI-certified facilities — holding the same accreditation standard used to certify hospitals in the US, Canada, and UK. They use Siemens, GE, and Philips imaging equipment. They have dedicated international patient departments that have been serving foreign patients for years. In 2024, Chinese hospitals treated 1.28 million international patients — a 73.6% increase over three years. The quality is real. What's been missing for most Western patients is a trusted guide to navigate the system. That's the gap Meridian Bridge fills.

Yes. If you've been waiting months for an MRI, CT, or another specific test, Meridian Bridge can help you access that at a government-certified hospital — often within a week of booking. Many clients who come for a single scan end up completing a comprehensive health screen at the same time, since they're already there and the additional cost is a fraction of what it would be at home. But there's no obligation — if you need one answer, we'll help you get it.

Results are processed after your visit — you will not receive your English report before you fly home. Depending on the hospital and package, results typically arrive within 10–15 days of your visit. Gordon follows up as soon as your results are ready, confirms receipt, and walks through next steps with you. For someone who has been waiting 18 weeks for a single referral, 10–15 days is a fundamentally different experience.

Gordon recommends 2–3 options on your consultation call, tailored to your specific situation — your health concerns, budget, and travel routing. Different hospitals in our network have different clinical strengths. Some lead in cardiac assessment, others in cerebrovascular screening, others in gastrointestinal diagnostics. The recommendation is personalised, not generic. You choose what fits.

That's exactly why Meridian Bridge exists. Each hospital's international department has English-capable coordinators who will be with you throughout your visit — from registration through to results collection. Gordon is trilingual (English, Cantonese, Mandarin) and available on WhatsApp throughout your trip for anything that needs real-time support.

Yes. English reports are available at all partner hospitals. Gordon provides specific guidance on how to bring your results to your doctor — what to ask for, how to present the findings, and what follow-up to request. Your trip becomes a tool for action at home, not just a report you file away.

It depends on the hospital and package. As a realistic guide: Meridian Bridge fee ($400 USD) + hospital package (from ~$690 USD at entry level) + return flights (varies by origin) = approximately CAD $1,500–$2,000 total for most clients. Use the comparison tool in the Pricing section to see how that stacks up against costs in your country. Gordon confirms your exact package cost on the consultation call — before you commit to anything.

Completely. Seeking medical care abroad is legal for patients from all countries. Meridian Bridge is a marketing and client services company — not a medical provider — and does not provide medical advice. All medical services are delivered by licensed hospitals in China. Patients retain full autonomy over all medical decisions.

It depends on your passport. Canadian and UK passport holders currently qualify for visa-free entry to China for stays up to 30 days — no application required before travel. US passport holders require a tourist visa, which is straightforward to obtain in advance. Gordon's preparation guide includes full entry requirements for your specific passport. A 3–5 day trip fits comfortably within any of these windows.

If your results flag something requiring urgent follow-up, Gordon calls you personally within 24 hours of being notified. Not to interpret the results — that's your doctor's role — but to make sure you feel supported and know exactly what to do next. You will not come home with concerning findings and no idea how to act on them. That follow-up call is part of what the facilitation fee covers.

Proof of emergency travel insurance is required before Gordon confirms any booking. Standard travel insurance covers accidents and unrelated emergencies during travel — it does not cover the health check procedures themselves. Your preparation guide includes a plain-English explanation of what to look for and what questions to ask your insurer.