Jakarta is the capital and most populous city in Indonesia. It is the major economic, cultural and political center of the nation and also the twelfth largest city in the world. This global city derived its name from a Sanskrit word which means ‘complete victory.’ Jakarta has some important tourist destinations in the old part of the city.
In general the health care sector in Jakarta is well developed with a chain of good hospitals and clinics. The foreign communities in the country usually go for multi-specialty hospitals which offer best available medical services and treatment technologies. You will find highly qualified specialist doctors with modern facilities like lab, radiology, dental, physiotherapy, pharmacy, ambulance and emergency room services.
I would like to give a brief description of some of the better hospitals in Jakarta.
Siloam Hospitals located at Kebon Jeruk, West Jakarta, 4 kilometers from Central Jakarta is a well reputed hospital with all international standard facilities in health care services. The hospital presents a medical team of 191 specialist doctors who are well experienced in their fields. This large hospital with 190 beds offers services of medical professionals round the clock.
Global Doctor & Global Assistance hospital is one of the trusted private hospitals in Jakarta among both domestic and foreign communities. The hospital placed at Jl. attimura No. 15 Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta provides all medical services of international standards and employs well experienced eminent doctors who are English speaking. The hospital allows all major health insurances. Telephone: 021 723 1121
Metropolitan Hospital Medical Centre is another major hospital in the city with all international standards and facilities. The hospital situated at Jl. H.R. Rasuna Said Kav. C-21. Kuningan, Jakarta Selatan is regarded as the first specialist clinic in Indonesia. The hospital established in 1976 now employs more than 130 specialists and sub specialists who are thorough professionals in their fields. The hospital has bagged many prestigious awards and accolades from government and renowned medical organizations. Telephone: 021-520 3435
Medistra Hospital is another major hospital which is located at the Jl. Jendral Gatot Subroto kav. 59 Jakarta 12950. They provide world class facilities for treatment and related health care services. The hospital is notable for the personal care they are offering to the patients. Telephone: 021-521 0200. All the facilities are available round the clock.
Bunda hospital is a trusted hospital for mother and kids. The hospital assures very good and cost effective treatments for all types of women and child diseases. The hospital is located at Jl Teuku Cik Ditiro No. 28. Menteng, Jakarta.
Rumah Sakit Pondok Indah Hospital which is placed in, Jl. Metro Duta Kav. UE, Pondok Indah is another major hospital of the area. The hospital provides professional medical treatments and related services in all main departments. They try to keep the international standards in all the services they are offering. Tel: +62-21 765-7525; 750-2794; 769-2252
Stephanie Dental Associates is a reputed dental hospital and is located at TIRA Building, Ground Floor Jl. H.R. Rasuna Said Kuningan, Jakarta Selatan. All types of modern dental treatments and related services are available in this hospital and the authority takes special care to keep an international standard in all their offerings.
Wooridul International Spine Hospital is the world famous specialized general hospital for spine care and neuro-musculoskeletal disorders. This pioneer institute has established hospitals in many Asian countries and their Jakarta center is operating at Sahid Sahirman Memorial Hospital 15F Jalan Jenderal Sudirman No. 86, Jakarta. The hospital has formulated unique treatments for spine problems with out surgery. They offer special facilities and treatment services for foreign patients. PHONE: +62(21)-578-53-911
Medikaloka Clinic is another good center for dental care and services. This hospital is situated at 2nd floor Jl. H.R. Rasuna Said Kav. 1-2 Kuningan offers better cure for different varieties of dental problems cost effectively. Telephone: 021- 526 1118
Take this list for peace of mind when you go to Jakarta, Indonesia for a visit.