The experience of the first kidney transplant patient at Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri has become a touching story and a source of hope for many families facing kidney failure. Through the story shared by the patient’s child, it reveals a long journey—from diagnosis, undergoing dialysis for one year, to finally deciding to proceed with a kidney transplant handled by an experienced medical team.
With thorough preparation, intensive communication, and the support of skilled healthcare professionals, this transplant process successfully gave new hope for the father to live a healthier life.
“Although we were told that this was the first transplant at Mandaya Hospital, we had no doubts at all because we were informed that all the doctors were already experienced in performing kidney transplants,” said the patient’s child.
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From Dialysis to the Decision for Transplant
After being diagnosed with kidney failure, the patient had to undergo routine dialysis for one year. During this time, the family searched for various treatment options to improve the father’s condition. This included finding a suitable kidney donor and selecting the best hospital to perform the transplant.
Among several options, Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri became the final choice. In addition to recommendations, the family was already familiar with the hospital from previous medical experiences.
“My father was diagnosed with kidney failure a year ago, and we went through dialysis for a year. I kept looking for treatments so he could recover. Our family searched for a donor and a hospital that could perform a kidney transplant,” the child explained.
“We explored several hospitals before finally choosing Mandaya based on recommendations. I was already familiar with Mandaya since I often had treatments and general check-ups there,” they added.
One of the most notable aspects for the family was how fast the preparation process was. After going through a series of comprehensive examinations for both the recipient and the donor, the decision to proceed with the transplant was finalized in less than one month.
Even though this was the first kidney transplant at Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri, the family felt confident because the procedure was handled by an experienced team of doctors.
“The process of deciding to proceed at Mandaya was quite fast. We had already gone through extensive examinations for both the recipient and donor, and once we chose Mandaya, everything was completed in less than a month,” the child said.
Surgery Process and Recovery
Before the surgery, the patient underwent one week of isolation to ensure optimal condition. The kidney transplant surgery itself lasted approximately six hours.
After the procedure, the patient was closely monitored in the ICU for three days. Once stable, the patient was moved to an isolation room before eventually being discharged.
“After the surgery, the doctors informed us that everything went very well. My father was then taken to the ICU for closer observation,” the child shared.
“After about three days in the ICU, he was moved to an isolation room before going home. Everything had been well-prepared by the medical team, including what our family needed to prepare for his care at home,” they continued.
Post-Hospital Care and Support
Care does not stop after discharge. The medical team provided detailed guidance to the family on how to continue treatment at home.
There is also the possibility of home care visits to ensure the patient’s condition remains well monitored, especially during the early recovery period when interaction with others is still limited.
The patient’s family expressed high satisfaction with the services provided—not only in terms of medical care but also comfort and attention to both patients and their families.
From doctors and nurses to supporting staff, everyone was considered friendly and professional. The hospital environment felt comfortable and not intimidating, which helped support the patient’s recovery.
This experience shows that kidney transplantation can be a viable solution for patients with kidney failure to achieve a better quality of life. With a competent medical team and adequate facilities, the process can be carried out safely and effectively.
For other families facing similar conditions, this story offers hope that recovery is possible with proper treatment in a well-prepared and experienced hospital.
“I am truly grateful to the hospital and all the doctors who treated my father so well. Without their support, this process would not have gone as successfully. Our entire family is very satisfied with everything that has been prepared,” the child concluded.
Kidney Transplant Team at Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri
Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri is supported by an experienced team of doctors in kidney transplantation. The team consists of specialists in internal medicine, nephrology, and urology. Here are some of the doctors involved:
1. Dr. dr. Maruhum Bonar H. Marbun, Sp.PD-KGH, FINASIM
Dr. Maruhum is an internal medicine specialist with a subspecialty in nephrology (kidney and hypertension). He has extensive experience in managing kidney disorders, including chronic kidney disease, acute kidney failure, and complications from hypertension and diabetes.
He is also experienced in dialysis management, transplant eligibility evaluation, and post-transplant monitoring, including immunosuppressive therapy.
Schedule:
- Tuesday: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM
2. Prof. dr. Chaidir Arif Mochtar, Sp.U(K), PhD
Prof. Chaidir is a senior urologist with extensive experience both nationally and internationally. His expertise includes kidney surgery, prostate procedures, varicocele, PCNL, and kidney transplantation.
He is also skilled in laparoscopic (minimally invasive) surgery, allowing faster recovery for patients.
Schedule:
- Monday: 4:00 – 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 4:00 – 6:00 PM
3. Prof. dr. Ponco Birowo, Sp.U(K), PhD
Prof. Ponco is a highly experienced urologist known for handling complex urological cases, including kidney transplantation.
He is one of the referral doctors in Indonesia for transplant procedures, with expertise in advanced urological surgeries.
Schedule:
- Tuesday: 4:00 – 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 4:00 – 6:00 PM
4. dr. Sigit Sholichin, Sp.U, FICRS
dr. Sigit is a urologist experienced in kidney transplant procedures. He completed his medical degree at Diponegoro University and his urology specialization at the University of Indonesia.
He performs various urological procedures, including urinary tract surgery, prostate surgery, kidney surgery, and more. He also holds international certifications in robotic and laparoscopic surgery.
Schedule:
- Monday: 1:30 – 4:00 PM
- Wednesday: 1:30 – 4:00 PM
- Saturday: 12:30 – 3:00 PM
5. dr. Vidhia Umami, Sp.PD-KGH
dr. Vidhia is an internal medicine specialist with a subspecialty in nephrology. She plays an important role in monitoring kidney function, managing immunosuppressive therapy, and handling post-transplant complications.
Schedule:
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 – 10:00 AM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
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