JAKARTA - The approach to integrated oncology services is now one of the important strategies in efforts to detect cancer faster and more accurately. For example, with the advancement of imaging technology and radioactive-based therapy, doctors can now recognize the disease with a higher level of accuracy from the early stages.
This approach allows patients to get a faster diagnosis and a more appropriate treatment plan, while increasing the chances of therapy success.
Along with the need for these services, health facilities in various regions have begun to develop oncology services integrated with nuclear medicine.
One of them is carried out through the addition of facilities at Mayapada Hospital Tangerang, which is intended to strengthen the capacity of services and complete the supporting technology for cancer treatment for the people of Banten and Jabodetabek.
Mayapada Healthcare President Commissioner, Jonathan Tahir, said the development of this service is part of a long-term commitment to expanding public access to essential health services, especially in the field of oncology.
"We continue to strive to strengthen access to essential health services for the community, including strengthening advanced, comprehensive, modern, integrated, and in accordance with international protocols, while still prioritizing the principle of patient-centered care (patient-centered care) at every stage of treatment," said Jonathan in his statement to VOI.
The developed facility is designed to present an integrated oncology service center with support for nuclear medicine and advanced diagnostic technology, such as Digital PET Scan and SPECT-CT.
This innovation plays an important role in helping doctors see the condition of cells and body tissues in more detail, so that cancer potential can be detected earlier and the response to therapy can be monitored more accurately.
In addition, development also includes increasing the capacity of inpatient care to support ongoing treatment. On the same occasion, President Director & CEO of Mayapada Healthcare, Navin Sonthalia, added that the integration of cross-specialty services is the key to providing a more efficient treatment flow for patients.
"Through Tower 4, we will have an integrated oncology service center integrated with the three existing towers," said Navin. He also highlighted the importance of collaboration with international partners in strengthening clinical expertise, standardizing evidence-based protocols, and developing subspecialty services.
Clinically, the oncology services developed include nuclear medicine and theranostics, with facilities such as hot labs, radioactive isolation rooms, and modern diagnostic technologies.
All these services are integrated with radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and inpatient services, so that patients can undergo the entire treatment process, from screening, initial diagnosis, to follow-up therapy.
Director of Mayapada Hospital Tangerang, dr. Nurhidayati Endah Puspita Sari, emphasized that the integration of various modalities of treatment will strengthen the quality of clinical services, especially for cancer patients.
"With the integration of radiotherapy, nuclear medicine, PET Scan, chemotherapy, to oncology inpatient services, we are optimistic that we can strengthen our role as a regional cancer referral center, as well as expand access to services for the people of Tangerang, Banten, and Jabodetabek," he said.
He also said that this service is supported by a multidisciplinary team through the Tumor Board and Patient Navigator assistance to help patients and families during the treatment process.
In the future, the development of this facility is also planned to include various other health services, such as eye health, fertility, mental health, and other support services.
This effort is expected to expand public access to health services that support early detection, proper handling, and patient comfort on an ongoing basis.
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