DENPASAR, DEWATA.NEWS – Bali Governor Wayan Koster officially launched the construction of JEC Bali @Sanur Eye Hospital in the Sanur Special Economic Zone (KEK Sanur) on Saturday (February 14, 2026), marking a new development in the province’s health-based tourism strategy.
The project is a collaboration between PT Hotel Indonesia Natour (HIN) InJourney Hospitality and PT Nitra Sanata Bali (NSB).
Governor Koster expressed full support for the development, stating that internationally standardized eye care services in Bali would strengthen the province’s position as a health tourism destination.
“I believe this is very much aligned with our collective efforts in Bali Province to develop health-based tourism. Hopefully, this project will proceed smoothly and successfully,” Koster said.
He added that the presence of a specialized eye hospital could serve dual purposes. “By building this, we achieve two things. First, improving healthcare services, and second, increasing international and domestic tourist arrivals to Bali in the future,” he stated.
The hospital adopts a “blue hospital” concept, focusing on innovative eye treatment and positioning itself as part of an international health and wellness destination. According to Dr. dr. Johan A. Hutauruk, President Director of PT NSB and Director of JEC Group, the blue hospital model integrates “smart” and “green” principles in both design and operations.
Built on a 6,200-square-meter site, JEC Bali @Sanur will be affiliated with international ophthalmology institutions and is part of Indonesia’s largest eye care network. The facility is expected to serve both local and international patients, reducing the need for Indonesians to seek treatment overseas.
“This is part of a government initiative, because based on data, around two million Indonesians seek medical treatment abroad every year. It may be due to a lack of supportive atmosphere at home,” Johan said.
Located within a tourism area, the hospital is also expected to contribute to the regional economy, particularly in Bali’s growing medical tourism sector. Johan emphasized that the facility is designed to offer a comfortable treatment environment.
“Here, the atmosphere is very supportive and designed to be pleasant, unlike the typical hospital setting in Jakarta. There are hotel facilities, and treatment is not only about recovery but also about the overall experience that supports healing,” he explained.
JEC Bali @Sanur will not provide inpatient rooms. Instead, it will collaborate with Bali International Hospital (BIH) for patients requiring hospitalization.
“If patients need to stay overnight due to more serious conditions, they can be admitted to Bali International Hospital,” Johan added.
For procedures such as cataract surgery, patients are expected to undergo preliminary checks before a procedure that typically lasts around 10 minutes. After surgery, patients are not required to stay in the hospital and may choose nearby accommodation, including hotels in the Sanur area.
The hospital represents an investment of approximately IDR 300 billion and will be equipped with advanced medical equipment and specialized personnel.
“After surgery, patients can even walk around Sanur. This strongly supports medical tourism. If someone arrives in the morning, surgery can be done the same day. Recovery is very fast, with cataract procedures taking less than 10 minutes,” Johan said.
The development of JEC Bali @Sanur is part of broader efforts to position Bali not only as a leisure destination, but also as a regional hub for health and wellness services targeting domestic and international visitors.