Adoption

Doctors

The U.S. Embassy in Beijing and the Consulate Generals all maintain current lists of doctors and sources for some western medicines, should either you or your child experience health problems while in China.

A physician from an approved list of doctors ("panel physicians") using a specified form provided must perform the medical examination that the adoptive child needs, by the American Embassy or Consulate. The medical examination can be performed in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, or Taishan. The most convenient site for medical examinations in Guangzhou is the: Guangzhou Health and Quarantine Service, a modest walk from the Consulate at 33 Shamian North Road, telephone: 020-8188-9513.