Is remote consultation available for foreign patients in China?

A: Most public hospitals in China — especially their international or outpatient departments — require patients to attend in person for initial diagnosis and treatment planning. Remote consultations are more commonly supported by some international or private hospitals, and are typically permitted for follow-up visits under specific regulatory conditions, but may not provide a complete clinical picture without an initial in-person physical examination or diagnostic tests. For best results, foreign patients are advised to budget time and resources for an on-site initial visit to a Chinese hospital, with remote follow-up as an option where available.