Gleneagles JPMC, the sultanate’s premier cardiac hospital recently hosted its first exclusive health talk titled “Health is Wealth” in Jakarta with Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI),
The event was tailored for BSI Prioritas clients, focusing on preventing and treating coronary heart disease and the latest advancements in heart surgery.
The gathering provided attendees with valuable insights from Gleneagles JPMC’s leading cardiac experts – Professor Dr Eugene Sim Kwang Wei, Chief of Clinical Services and Director of Cardiac Surgery at Gleneagles JPMC, and Dr Mohamad Ezam bin Emran, Interventional Cardiologist from RIPAS Hospital, as visiting consultant at Gleneagles JPMC, who shared critical knowledge on heart health and cutting-edge treatment options available in Brunei.
The session also highlighted the importance of early detection and preventive healthcare measures to combat heart disease, a leading cause of mortality worldwide. They shared their expertise on the latest advancements in cardiac treatment and the comprehensive healthcare services available at Gleneagles JPMC.
For the past year, Gleneagles JPMC has actively promoted its services to the Indonesian market and has successfully inked agreements with representative offices in Jakarta, Bandung, Balikpapan, Samarinda, Medan, Solo, and Surabaya. This expansion is supported by IHH Healthcare Singapore, a part of IHH Healthcare, one of the world’s largest healthcare providers and a shareholder of Gleneagles JPMC.
Aside from these partnerships, Gleneagles JPMC has also signed an agreement with BSI for exclusive offerings to the hospital services and facilities including a discounted rate to selected cardiac service packages for their BSI Prioritas clients and customised care packages. BSI is the first international bank to collaborate with Gleneagles JPMC, positioning the hospital as one of the trusted cardiac care providers for their clients.
This initiative is also part of Gleneagles JPMC’s broader strategy to position Brunei Darussalam as a premier medical tourism destination. With its state-of-the-art medical facilities, internationally trained specialists, and commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare services. Brunei stands as a compelling option for patients seeking world-class cardiac treatment in the region.
“We are thrilled to engage with our Indonesian partners and introduce them to the high standards of cardiac care available at Gleneagles JPMC. Furthermore, Brunei is in an ideal position to become a key destination for medical tourism, offering not only advanced treatment options but also a serene and conducive environment for recovery” said Dr. Peter Tay, Chief Executive Officer of Gleneagles JPMC.
The event underscored Gleneagles JPMC’s commitment to expanding its presence in the Indonesian market, where demand for high-quality medical care continues to grow. By fostering collaborations with reputable financial institutions such as BSI, the hospital aims to enhance accessibility to premium healthcare services for international patients.
Also in attendance from Gleneagles JPMC during the event was ‘Izzul Hamzi bin Haji Jomari, Chief Operating Officer. From Bank Syariah Indonesia were Aris Ratna Nurindra, BSI Priority Banking Manager, Hendro Kusworo, BSI Branch Area Manager and Anjar Gumelar, Head of BSI Wealth Specialist.
THE BRUNEIAN | BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN
