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Jambi Hospital Intern Doctor's Death Highlights Concerns Over Heavy Workload, Bullying
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Jambi Hospital Intern Doctor's Death Highlights Concerns Over Heavy Workload, Bullying

From CNN Indonesia · (8m ago) Indonesian Critical tone

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • A junior doctor, Myta Aprilia Azmy, died while on internship at Jambi Hospital in Indonesia, sparking concerns about heavy workloads and mistreatment of healthcare workers.
  • Colleagues allege she faced excessive work demands without adequate rest, even while experiencing severe symptoms like shortness of breath and fever.
  • An alumni association is calling for a thorough audit of the hospital and has highlighted issues including lack of supervision, insufficient medical supplies, and alleged verbal bullying.

The tragic death of Myta Aprilia Azmy, a junior doctor undertaking her internship at Jambi Hospital, has cast a grim spotlight on the demanding and potentially inhumane conditions faced by healthcare professionals in Indonesia. Reports from her colleagues paint a disturbing picture of an individual pushed to her limits, allegedly burdened by an overwhelming workload and denied adequate rest, even as her health deteriorated significantly. This incident has ignited a crucial conversation about the welfare of medical interns and the systemic issues within the healthcare system that may contribute to such devastating outcomes.

We have previously sent a letter to the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Indonesia. They requested an audit of RSUD K.H. Daud Arif, Kuala Tungkal, Jambi, which was the assignment location for dr Myta.

— Achmad JunaidiThe Chairman of the Alumni Association of the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Sriwijaya, stated their actions following Myta's death.

According to accounts from the Alumni Association of the Faculty of Medicine at Sriwijaya University (IKA FK Unsri), Myta had been experiencing severe health issues since March 2026, including shortness of breath and a high fever. Despite her deteriorating condition, she was reportedly still scheduled for night shifts, a situation that undoubtedly exacerbated her illness. Her eventual transfer to the ICU at RSMH Palembang for intensive care underscores the severity of her condition, which ultimately proved fatal.

Dr Myta reported symptoms of illness but was still scheduled for night duty in a state of shortness of breath and high fever.

— Achmad JunaidiThe Alumni Association detailed the alleged conditions Myta faced before her death.

The IKA FK Unsri has not only highlighted the alleged excessive workload but also pointed to other critical concerns, including a lack of proper supervision from senior doctors, shortages of essential medical supplies, and a disturbing atmosphere of alleged verbal bullying. The association's letter to the Ministry of Health calls for a comprehensive audit of the Jambi hospital, seeking accountability and systemic improvements. The narrative of "gaslighting" and the dismissal of young doctors' concerns as the weakness of a "Generation Z" mentality is particularly alarming, suggesting a culture that may suppress legitimate grievances and endanger the well-being of its most junior staff. This case demands urgent attention to ensure that the dedication of our healthcare workers is met with adequate support, fair treatment, and a safe working environment.

The direction to keep this condition secret and the narrative that cornered the intern doctor became our serious concern.

— Achmad JunaidiThe Alumni Association expressed concern over alleged attempts to conceal Myta's condition and the narrative surrounding it.
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Originally published by CNN Indonesia in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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