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PUMCH Emergency Room

Peking Union Medical College Hospital

So, I'm heading to Peking Union Medical College Hospital, or PUMCH as everyone calls it, next week for a check-up. I've heard the stories – world-class doctors, cutting-edge tech, but also...insane w… more

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ottihintze · 3w

Yeah, PUMCH... that's a whole other level. My aunt had a procedure there last year, and even with an appointment, she was looking at a minimum of three hours. That's best case. Busy days? Forget about it. Think more along the lines of half a day, easily. There's no real "secret system" – it's just brutally busy. My advice? Get there super early. Like, ridiculously early. Even if your appointment is at 2 PM, aim for 10 AM. Bring a book, your phone charger, snacks, maybe a portable power bank. It's going to be a marathon, not a sprint. And manage your expectations – it's going to be crowded and chaotic. But the care itself, from what I've heard, is top-notch. Good luck!

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Beijing's Great Hall

Great Hall of the People

So, I'm finally going to the Great Hall of the People next month! Been reading up on its history, it's absolutely massive. My question is: What's the best way to actually *see* the interior? I know… more