Pertamina establishes 24-hour free medical post for earthquake victims in NTT

PT Pertamina Patra Niaga has set up a free 24-hour medical post in Reok, Manggarai, to provide crucial health services to residents affected by the recent earthquake in Nusa Tenggara Timur (NTT). The initiative underscores the company's commitment to ensuring access to healthcare for disaster-stricken communities.

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We understand that in the aftermath of an earthquake, basic needs like healthcare services become a top priority for the affected residents. The establishment of this free medical post at Lapangan Golo Conggo is a concrete step by Pertamina Patra Niaga to be present directly among the community. We want to ensure the health of the residents is maintained during the recovery period.

The medical post, which began operations on Friday, August 21, is located at Lapangan Golo Conggo and offers round-the-clock services to both disaster victims and the general public in the vicinity of the evacuation areas. Recognizing the need for more comprehensive care, the facility also includes inpatient services for individuals requiring further medical attention. The medical team from Pertamina is working in tandem with Indonesia Healthcare Corporation (IHC) and local health professionals to deliver optimal care.

Roberth M.V. Dumatubun, Corporate Secretary of Pertamina Patra Niaga, stated that the swift establishment of the post was a direct response to the urgent needs of the victims, particularly in managing post-disaster illnesses. He emphasized that the intensive medical post is staffed by a professional team comprising doctors, nurses, and pharmaceutical logistics personnel. "We understand that in the aftermath of an earthquake, basic needs like healthcare services become a top priority for the affected residents," Roberth said. "The establishment of this free medical post at Lapangan Golo Conggo is a concrete step by Pertamina Patra Niaga to be present directly among the community. We want to ensure the health of the residents is maintained during the recovery period."

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Just for today, we have treated around 150 patients from morning to afternoon. Alhamdulillah, so far all the community's complaints have been handled well.

Dr. Dafa Fatihada, a medical professional from IHC serving at the Pertamina Patra Niaga post, reported that over 200 residents of Reok have received treatment since its opening. Common ailments treated include upper respiratory tract infections (ISPA), fever, stomach problems, and back pain. "Just for today, we have treated around 150 patients from morning to afternoon. Alhamdulillah, so far all the community's complaints have been handled well," Dafa stated. The presence of the free medical post has been warmly welcomed by the affected community. Yesi Dwi Pratnasari, a resident of Reok currently in an evacuation shelter, sought treatment for a sore throat and pain from her neck to her waist. She expressed satisfaction with the care received, noting the medical staff's attentiveness and friendly approach, which also helped boost the mental well-being of the evacuees. "The service is very good. The doctor is friendly and very attentive when asking questions. When they asked questions earlier, we even joked a little to cheer up our sad hearts," Yesi shared.

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The service is very good. The doctor is friendly and very attentive when asking questions. When they asked questions earlier, we even joked a little to cheer up our sad hearts.