[1][2] Established in August 1956, it initially operated as a modest medical facility but expanded significantly through state-led modernization efforts, including its designation as part of China's 43 Aid Projects to Tibet and collaboration with Guangdong Province's medical institutions.
[4] A transformative phase began in 2017 with its relocation and expansion project, driven by the need to address growing healthcare demands and modernize infrastructure.
By November 2017, main structures were completed, featuring earthquake-resistant designs and energy-efficient systems adapted to Tibet's harsh climate.
Its reinforced concrete framework incorporates traditional elements like tiered eaves and locally quarried stone facades, while advanced medical technologies—such as a 1.5T MRI, 64-slice CT scanners, and telemedicine platforms—underscore its role as a regional hub.
The complex also houses 580 inpatient beds (expandable to 800) and specialized units for cardiology, infectious diseases, and maternal care.