TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Radiology Specialist Doctor at Bethsaida Hospital Gading Serpong in Indonesia, Thio Ananda Steven, said that regular health check-ups using MRI 3 Tesla technology can provide a deeper understanding of one's health condition. He stated, "Medical check-ups with the addition of MRI technology are increasingly recommended for people experiencing symptoms related to blood vessels, such as hypertension and diabetes," at the end of May 2026.
He mentioned that examinations with MRI 3 Tesla could help patients more precisely monitor blockages in blood vessels. "It is now easier to check for blockages in fine blood vessels," he said.
Prior to this, with the increasing need for precise diagnosis of complex diseases such as neurological disorders like stroke and brain tumors, as well as heart, orthopedic, and oncology conditions, time efficiency and image sharpness have become determining factors. Bethsaida Hospital has introduced the latest diagnostic facility innovation, the 3.0 Tesla MRI Scanning System based on Artificial Intelligence (AI). It is hoped that this technology from GE HealthCare will assist patients in managing critical diagnoses more quickly, accurately, and efficiently.
With the AI-powered 3 Tesla MRI, imaging results can be obtained with higher detail and examination time more efficiently without compromising patient comfort. "This helps us to conduct evaluations more precisely, while also supporting clinical doctors in determining the right treatment steps for patients," said Steven.
Illustration of AI-based 3 Tesla MRI technology at Bethsaida Hospital Gading Serpong/Tempo-Mitra Tarigan
MRI 3 Tesla MRI 3 Tesla examinations can support the evaluation of various medical conditions that require detailed imaging. In the neurological field, this technology can help assess conditions such as stroke, brain tumors, epilepsy, neurological disorders, pinched nerves, and spinal abnormalities. In the field of heart and blood vessels, MRI 3 Tesla can help evaluate the structure and function of the heart, cardiac muscle disorders, heart muscle inflammation, valve disorders, past heart attacks, and specific congenital heart abnormalities. "While in the orthopedic field, this technology is beneficial for observing joint conditions, ligaments, tendons, cartilage, sports injuries, torn knee ligaments, meniscus injuries, shoulder pain, knee pain, and back pain," said Steven.
Steven stated that in many cases, the accuracy of the diagnosis is crucial because doctors must make medical decisions in a short time, especially in critical conditions related to the 'golden time' or the crucial period for patient care.
He cited the example of stroke patients where even a few minutes' delay can affect the brain tissue conditions and increase the risk of permanent damage. Similarly, in cancer patients, accurately reading the spread of abnormal tissue determines the direction of the therapy to be given. While in heart disorders and orthopedic injuries, detailed imaging is needed for doctors to see organ structures, blood vessels, muscles, ligaments, and soft tissue more clearly. "Therefore, the need for diagnostic technology with sharp image results and efficient examination time is increasingly essential in modern medical practices.
The Director of Bethsaida Hospital Gading Serpong, Margareth Aryani Santoso, hopes that this technology can assist the needs of consumers, especially in complex cases. "Such as neurological disorders (stroke and brain tumors), heart, orthopedics, oncology (cancer), and other services that require medical imaging with high accuracy and precision," said Margareth.
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