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30 Oct 2024

Reducing the Prevalence of Cataract Blindness in Indonesia, BCA Holds Cataract Surgery in Cianjur

Cianjur, 26 October 2024 - PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (BCA) continued its commitment to reducing cataract-induced blindness in Indonesia by organizing a cataract surgery social service at RSUD Sayang, Cianjur, on Saturday (26/10). In collaboration with the Cataract Blindness Management Section of the Indonesian Ophthalmologists Association (SPBK PERDAMI), this initiative aimed to treat 300 individuals from Cianjur City and its surrounding areas.

The opening ceremony was attended by the Secretary of the Cianjur Regency Health Office Dr. Cecep Juhana, Deputy Director of Education & Quality Development at RSUD Sayang Cianjur Regency Dr. Sanny Sanjaya, Treasurer of SPBK PERDAMI Dr. Rio Rhendy, and Chief Operating Officer of BCA Main Branch in Cianjur Pierdijono Hartono.

BCA Corporate Communication & Social Responsibility EVP Hera F. Haryn said, “Through Bakti Kesehatan, BCA has been committed to supporting the government's efforts to reduce the prevalence of cataracts, as this condition remains one of the leading causes of visual impairment in Indonesia. In the process, we always work together with SPBK PERDAMI to organize cataract surgery social service programs. This time, we organized a social service in Cianjur, to give hope to the local community to maintain their health, remain productive, and continue to actively contribute to society.”

BCA's cataract surgery social service in Cianjur begins with a screening agenda to check the physical readiness of patients, followed by surgery for patients who meet the criteria, and ends with post-operative control to ensure optimal recovery. The high demand for cataract surgery in the city has made Cianjur one of the cities BCA has chosen to organize its cataract social service.

The cataract surgery social service program has been routinely conducted by BCA since 2001 across nearly all regions of Indonesia. By the end of 2023, Bakti BCA's cataract surgery program had benefited more than 8,100 patients. Additionally, from early 2024 to the present, over 650 patients have experienced improved vision after undergoing cataract surgery organized by BCA and SPBK PERDAMI at six locations, namely:

  1. Namrole, Maluku
  2. Banda Neira, Maluku
  3. Pasangkayu, Sulawesi Barat
  4. Bengkulu Tengah, Bengkulu
  5. Kota Banjar, Jawa Barat
  6. Labuan Bajo, Nusa Tenggara Timur

In addition to regularly organizing cataract surgeries, BCA also proactively provides support by providing cataract surgery equipment to support SPBK PERDAMI, as well as several PERDAMI branches. Through strong collaboration with SPBK PERDAMI, the cataract surgery social service program is expected to carry out procedures by utilizing technology, minimizing risks and maximizing positive outcomes.

BCA, through Bakti BCA, is dedicated to empowering individuals to lead healthier lives by providing quality access to underprivileged communities. This approach aims to foster self-reliant and healthy individuals who can contribute to their communities and support sustainable development. Bakti BCA’s health initiatives include offering medical assistance to over 159.000 people at the Bakti BCA Clinic, “Bakti Sehat untuk Balita”, “Stunting Prevention Education for Teenagers,” and organizing blood donations. Additionally, BCA partners with BKKBN and other organizations in the PASTI (Partnership to Accelerate Stunting Reduction in Indonesia) program to enhance public health through stunting prevention education and the promotion of healthy lifestyles at 4 provinces in Indonesia, such as Banten, West Kalimantan, NTT and East Java.

Additionally, BCA recently received the 'Excellent and Impactful Bank Sustainability Action' award from Detik Awards. This award was given to Bakti BCA in recognition of several impactful programs, including Bakti Kesehatan, Bakti Pendidikan, Bakti Budaya, Desa Bakti BCA, and Bakti Lingkungan, all of which have made a significant impact on society.

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Supporting Community Welfare, Bakti BCA Conducts Cataract Surgery in Cianjur - Secretary of the Cianjur District Health Office dr. Cecep Juhana (third from top right), Deputy Director of Education & Quality Development of RSUD Sayang Cianjur dr. Sanny Sanjaya (third from top left), Treasurer of SPBK PERDAMI dr. Rio Rhendy (top left), and Chief Operating Officer of BCA Main Branch in Cianjur Pierdijono Hartono (second from left) pose at the opening ceremony of the cataract surgery social service program at RSUD Sayang, Cianjur, on Saturday (26/10). In collaboration with the Cataract Blindness Management Section of the Indonesian Ophthalmologist Association (SPBK PERDAMI), this activity is #BuktiBaktiBCA's continued commitment to reducing blindness due to cataracts in Indonesia in order to give hope to beneficiaries to maintain their health, remain productive, and continue to actively contribute to society.

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BCA Cataract Surgery Social Service Program Reaches 300 People in Cianjur - The cataract surgery social service program from Bakti BCA is now serving to reduce the prevalence of cataracts in Cianjur, with a target of reaching 300 eyes from communities in Cianjur City and surrounding areas. Cataract surgery activities have been routinely carried out by BCA since 2001 in almost all regions in Indonesia. By the end of 2023, the program has benefited more than 8,100 patients.

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About PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (As of 30 September 2024)

BCA is one of the leading commercial banks in Indonesia with the core business of transaction banking. BCA also offers a full range of financial services in consumer, SME, commercial and corporate segments. By the end of September 2024, BCA has the privilege of serving more than 40 million customer accounts, processing around 97 million daily transactions through a network of 1,257 branches, 19,439 ATMs as well as internet & mobile banking services, and Halo BCA contact center that can be accessed 24 hours. BCA’s presence is complemented by a number of subsidiaries focusing on vehicle financing, sharia banking, securities, general and life insurance, digital bank, remittance as well as venture capital business. BCA is committed to building lasting relationships with customers, putting people first, and making a positive impact on society at large. With more than 27,000 employees, BCA's vision is to be the bank of choice and a major pillar of the Indonesia economy.

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