Regular Check-ups Reduce Risk of Digestive Tract Disease Complications
Digestive health disorders remain one of the most common health issues faced by the Indonesian population. From gastric disorders, inflammatory bowel disease, and liver disease to gastrointestinal cancer, these conditions often develop without clear symptoms in the early stages, meaning they are often only discovered when the condition has become more serious.
Amidst a fast-paced modern lifestyle, irregular eating habits, high stress levels, and a lack of regular health check-ups are factors that can increase the risk of various digestive diseases. Experts assess that early detection is a crucial step in preventing complications and increasing the chances of successful treatment.
To address this need, EMC Healthcare has officially launched the EMC Digestive Center (EMDIC) at RS EMC Alam Sutera as a flagship service centre providing integrated and comprehensive digestive healthcare services.
This service centre is designed to integrate various gastrointestinal disease management needs in a single location. Available services include specialist consultations, diagnostic examinations, endoscopy, colonoscopy, therapeutic procedures, digestive surgery, as well as nutrition and rehabilitation services. This multidisciplinary approach allows patients to receive more coordinated and effective treatment.
President Director of EMC Healthcare, Jusup Halimi, stated that developments in medical technology must be balanced with the development of healthcare services capable of providing comprehensive care for patients.
“As part of the EMTEK Group, we have a high commitment to constantly follow the rapid developments in medical technology. We support doctors in developing various new flagship services, including in the field of digestive health,” said Jusup on Thursday.
Through EMDIC, he added, the group aims to provide integrated digestive healthcare supported by a multidisciplinary medical team, modern technology, and service standards that prioritise patient safety and comfort.
“We hope the presence of EMDIC can help the public obtain earlier diagnoses and optimal treatment,” he said.
He noted that EMDIC is available across the entire EMC Healthcare hospital network, supported by an experienced team of gastroenterology-hepatology specialists and sub-specialists.
“This service combines the latest medical technology to ensure every patient receives an accurate diagnosis and therapy appropriate to their specific condition,” Jusup concluded.
EMDIC Coordinator, Dr Nella Suhuyanly, emphasised that many digestive diseases can actually be prevented and managed more effectively if detected early.
“Public awareness regarding regular digestive health check-ups still needs to be increased. With the presence of EMDIC, we hope the public can gain easier access to preventive examination services, early detection, diagnosis, and the management of complex digestive diseases,” she said.
According to Nella, routine examinations are vital, especially for individuals with prolonged gastric complaints, a history of liver disease, bowel irregularities, or risk factors for gastrointestinal cancer.
In addition to providing integrated medical services, this centre is also expected to serve as a platform for public health education regarding the importance of maintaining digestive system health through a healthy lifestyle and regular check-ups.
“The launch of this service centre is part of the effort to improve the quality of digestive healthcare in Indonesia, as well as supporting early detection and more optimal management for patients with various gastrointestinal diseases,” she concluded.