Medical Care in Kunshan

In Kunshan, many of the establishments are Taiwanese or Chinese run.  If you feel more comfortable with a western doctor, there are many online-recommended institutions you may decide to visit in Shanghai.  However, here are some tips I have compiled you may find helpful if living in Kunshan:

Dentist

In Kunshan, there is a popular Taiwanese establishment called Asia Dental Center that has similar care to that of back home.  They have many expatriate customers and affordable prices.  Ask for an English speaking doctor when making an appointment.

Eye Doctor

There are many eye doctors around the city.  Usually, an examination is free.  At some locations, prescription glasses can be ready-made the same day as the examination.  If you know your prescription, you can order these things cheaper online at websites like www.taobao.com.

Family Doctor/Physician

If you are looking for someone to prescribe medicine to cure symptoms of a slight illness, please contact someone at your company who can recommend the best options for your situation.  In China, private doctor offices are rare.  In the Kunshan area, many expats visit the Suzhou Kowloon Hospital.  There is an English-speaking branch for expatriates and VIP rooms.  Amenities are more western in comparison to local hospitals.  Call in advance to make an appointment.  

     Address:  Wangsheng Street, Wuzhong, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China 6262-7999
     Website:   http://www.kowloonhospital.com  (website is in Mandarin)

Just recently, a new chain of expat-friendly doctor offices have sprouted up around larger cities called Parkway Health.  They have English services, including an online English website (please see below).  Since services are in English, the cost of your visit will be higher, but at least this gives you another option.

http://www.parkwayhealth.cn/medical-center-locations/sip-medical-dental-center.php


Finally, there are also many affordable and expat-friendly hospitals in Shanghai.  In these establishments, nurses and doctors speak English and patients are provided with many other western amenities.