More wealthy Chinese head overseas to get treated

Going to the doctor's is often a frustrating experience for most Chinese people: long queues, complicated procedures, more-than-expected checkups and the intimidating attitude of the physicians.

Take your regular blood test, for example. A long waiting line can't be avoided at the public hospital. The nurse will pull over your arm abruptly, tie a thin rubber tube around the upper part of the limb brusquely, pat down the inner side of your elbow, thrust the needle in, withdraw it and press a cotton ball on the wound before you can make any facial expression.

The whole process is often done without speaking. The only time a nurse might mumble something is if a patient really takes his time and doesn't roll up his sleeves quickly and efficiently. The only merit of the whole affair is the relatively low cost.