In August 2020, WCH was included in the first batch of 10 medical engineering research bases under the National Institute of Hospital Administration, National Health Commission. Vice President Huang Jin of West China Hospital was appointed as the Chief Expert of the Base. There is only one of this kind in Southwest China.

The medical engineering research bases, consist of medical institutions, scientific research institutions and universities, as well as relevant enterprises, are engaged in medical engineering research, medical research and manufacturing of relevant devices.