The Samarinda City Health Office recorded a significant achievement in efforts to improve public health standards through the Free Health Check (CKG) program. As of June 2026, the service, available across 26 community health centers (puskesmas) citywide, has successfully conducted medical screenings for more than 28,000 residents of various age groups.
Head of the Samarinda City Health Office, Ismet Kusasih, emphasized that this program is a strategic step by the local government to ensure all levels of society obtain optimal access to health examinations. The types of services provided are quite varied, ranging from blood pressure checks to laboratory tests to monitor cholesterol and blood sugar levels for productive-age residents.
During its implementation, all patient administrative procedures and medical records have now transitioned to an integrated digital system via the Satu Sehat application, aligning with central government policies. However, Ismet acknowledged that puskesmas staff must work extra hard to manage operational rhythms, given that medical personnel also have other responsibilities such as Posyandu services and routine patient treatments.
In addition to technical challenges regarding the division of medical staff focus, psychological challenges among the community are also a focus of attention. Field officers continue to intensify education to minimize residents' anxiety about test results. The Health Office is committed to continuously promoting early detection as the primary preventive step to prevent diseases from developing into more dangerous stages.
The Samarinda City Government hopes that by improving handling quality at this upstream phase, the physical resilience and productivity of the community can be well maintained. This program is expected to be a major driver for residents to be more proactive in independently monitoring their health conditions to create a resilient and healthy regional generation in the future.
