The Health Special Economic Zone (SEZ) of Sanur in Bali, Indonesia. (Source: thebalisun.com)

Jakarta – PT Pertamina Bina Medika Indonesia Healthcare Corporation (IHC) has announced that it is constructing Bali International Hospital (BIH), an internationally recognised healthcare facility in the Health Special Economic Zone (SEZ) of Sanur, Bali.

IHC's Main Director Mira Dyah Wahyuni told the media on June 19 that the hospital is expected to boost healthcare tourism of Indonesia.

BIH will have centres of excellence, known as CONGO (Cardiology, Oncology, Neurology, Gastroentero-Hepatology, and Orthopedic).

Additionally, medical check-up (MCU) services and diagnostic centres will be available to ensure comprehensive healthcare services.

According to Mira, about 2 million Indonesians annually still seek medical services abroad because domestic medical services do not meet standards. Therefore, the establishment of BIH will ensure medical services for people in the country. In the long term, BIH will attract tourists who have demand for medical tourism including convalescence and treatment in Bali.

She said that BIH is designed as a medical tourism service in Indonesia and plans to commence operations in the second quarter of 2024. The hospital is built with an eco-friendly hospital concept, aiming to reduce waste, enhance energy efficiency, and promote sustainable and eco-friendly practices.

The hospital ps five hectares with four floors and 260 wards. Collaborating with Mayo Clinic, a globally renowned and trusted hospital in the US, BIH aims to deliver high-quality services to Indonesian patients with international standards.