Learn English: Seeing a Doctor in China – Why is it so Fast and Cheap?

Welcome back to "Real China English"! Nobody likes getting sick, especially in a foreign country. In today's 6-minute episode, hosts Leo and Sarah discuss the massive culture shock of healthcare in China compared to the West. Why can you see a specialist doctor in China within 20 minutes without an appointment? Why is the basic fee only a few dollars? We talk about the incredible speed, the low costs, but also the crowded, noisy hospital environment. It’s a simple guide to understanding the Chinese medical system for beginners.