Siloam Hospitals Kebon Jeruk: The First Robotic and Minimally Invasive Surgery Center in Indonesia

JAKARTA, December 2025 – Siloam Hospitals Kebon Jeruk (SHKJ) as one of the flagship hospitals in the Siloam International Hospitals network, today, Tuesday (16/12) inaugurated the first Center for Robotic and Minimally Invasive Surgery in Indonesia. This strategic step emphasizes Siloam Hospitals Kebon Jeruk’s position as a national referral center for various robotic and minimally invasive surgical procedures in the fields of urology, gynecology, digestive, orthopedics and others.

The inauguration of Siloam Hospitals Kebon Jeruk as a Center for Robotic and Minimally Invasive Surgery marks a new chapter in the world of modern surgical services in the country. This achievement is also an important milestone in Siloam Hospitals Kebon Jeruk’s 34 year journey serving the Indonesian people with the best medical standards, based on innovation, the latest technology, and a commitment to patient safety and comfort.

For more than three decades, Siloam Hospitals Kebon Jeruk has made various improvements in surgical services, starting from the era of open surgery (laparotomy), progressing to laparoscopy which involves minimal incisions, until now entering the era of robotic surgery which offers higher precision, faster recovery and lower risk of complications.

Currently, Siloam Hospitals Kebon Jeruk owns and operates three robotic systems, namely Da Vinci Xi (urology, gynecology, digestive surgery and general surgery), Biobot MonaLisa (specializing in high-precision prostate cancer diagnostics), and ROSA (orthopedic total knee replacement).

New Era of Robotic Surgery in Indonesia: Optimal Precision and Safety

Various global studies state that robotic surgery technology provides a number of advantages, namely a higher level of accuracy, more stable instrument control, high-quality three-dimensional vision, and the ability to reach areas that are difficult to reach with human hands. The combination of all these advantages makes robotic procedures able to increase patient comfort through minimizing post-operative pain, accelerating the recovery process, and improving long-term clinical results.

In 2025, Siloam Hospitals Kebon Jeruk confirms its commitment to bringing the best technology to the Indonesian people through the existence of an integrated service center and a team of specialist doctors who are internationally certified in robotic technology. Due to the expertise and active contribution of Siloam Hospitals Kebon Jeruk doctors, the Government of the Republic of Indonesia recognizes the role of Siloam International Hospitals in the field of robotic technology for Health.

Through the Decree of the Minister of Health of the Republic of Indonesia Number HK.01.07/MENKES/927/2025, Mrs. Caroline Riady, CEO of Siloam International Hospitals was appointed as a member of the National Committee for Robotic Technology in the Health Sector in the management department. Apart from that, several doctors from Siloam Hospitals Kebon Jeruk were also appointed as members of the Committee, namely Dr. Marto Sugiono, SpU(K), FRCS (Urology, UK) and dr. Wifanto Saditya Jeo, SpB, Subsp.BD(K).

Robotic Technology Operated by the Best Specialist Doctors

In its inauguration as The First Center for Robotic and Minimally Invasive Surgery, Siloam Hospitals Kebon Jeruk introduced a series of superior robotic technologies that have been used by several experienced specialist doctors, including: dr. Marto Sugiono, SpU (K), FRCS-Urology (UK) – field of urology; Dr. Ferdhy Suryadi Suwandinata, SpOG-KFER — field of obstetrics and gynecology; Dr. Dr. Wifanto Saditya Jeo, Sp.B-KBD—digestive surgery; and Dr. Dr. Franky Hartono, Sp.OT (K)— Orthopedics (full expertise can be seen in the Fact Sheet)

The presence of this robotic and minimally invasive multidisciplinary team ensures that Siloam Hospitals Kebon Jeruk can serve patients with various surgical needs in a comprehensive and integrated manner, making it the most complete robotic and minimally invasive referral center in Indonesia. In addition, with high-tech operating room facilities, nurses and medical personnel who have received special training, as well as certified specialist doctors, Siloam Hospitals Kebon Jeruk aims to become a national referral center for all robotic surgical procedures.

Available services include Urology: prostatectomy, complex kidney stone surgery, kidney tumors. Gynecology: myomectomy, hysterectomy, endometriosis. Digestive: colorectal cancer, complex hernia, gastrointestinal surgery. Orthopedics: total knee replacement with ROSA® robotic. Integrative services from diagnosis, imaging, second opinion, to post-operative rehabilitation. With a standardized service flow system, patients can experience fast, efficient and comfortable treatment, from the first consultation to the recovery process.

Reflects the Mission of Siloam International Hospitals

The launch of this robotic center also reflects Siloam International Hospitals’ mission to provide global standard health services that are accessible to the Indonesian people. By adopting world-class robotic technology, Siloam International Hospitals is ready to expand access to advanced surgical services and push Indonesia to become a center for medical technology development in Southeast Asia.

Caroline Riady, CEO of Siloam International Hospitalsaid “The inauguration of Siloam Hospitals Kebon Jeruk as The First Center for Robotic and Minimally Invasive Surgery in Indonesia is clear evidence of our commitment to bringing global standards in health services to Indonesia. We believe that robotic technology is not just about innovation, but about providing a better quality of life for patients through safer, more effective and efficient procedures.”

Siloam Hospitals Kebon Jeruk has a strong track record in medical innovation. Starting from the era of open surgery, this hospital has been a pioneer in the application of laparoscopy in Indonesia, and is now taking a step further by providing the most complete robotic and minimally invasive surgical services.

Inge Samadi, Executive Director of Siloam Hospitals Kebon Jeruk adding, “For 34 years, we have always tried to provide the best for patients. This transformation to a robotic and minimally invasive center is a long journey from a big vision to provide medical services with the world’s best standards. We are proud to be the first hospital in Indonesia to provide comprehensive robotic and minimally invasive services for urology, gynecology, digestive and orthopedics. This is our commitment to the Indonesian people, that they have the right to get the best treatment without having to go abroad.”

About Siloam International Hospital

Siloam Hospitals Kebon Jeruk is one of the flagship hospitals of Siloam International Hospitals. Since its founding in 1992, Siloam Hospitals Kebon Jeruk has gone through a journey of more than 3 decades to become an international standard health service center. Siloam Hospitals Kebon Jeruk offers multidisciplinary services, modern technology, and a team of experienced medical personnel who are national and international references.

Having the most advanced medical staff, specialist doctors, facilities and medical technology, Siloam Hospitals Kebon Jeruk combines the expertise of specialist surgeons and the latest robotic technology to provide quality health services to patients.