JawaPos.com – As Indonesia’s life expectancy continues to increase, based on the 2024 data from the Central Statistics Agency (BPS), public awareness of the concept of longevity—living a healthy and high-quality life over the long term—has also grown significantly.
People are making various efforts to maintain their health and remain active and productive. However, eye health and vision quality are still often overlooked, despite the crucial role that healthy vision plays in supporting an active lifestyle and maintaining overall quality of life.
Today’s eye health challenges are becoming increasingly diverse, ranging from presbyopia (age-related farsightedness), which occurs naturally as part of the aging process, to the rising prevalence of myopia (nearsightedness) and astigmatism caused by intensive use of digital devices.
To address these challenges, Mayapada Eye Centre (MEC) provides comprehensive education on modern vision correction solutions featuring fast and precise procedures. These include SMILE Pro for treating myopia and astigmatism with a treatment duration of just 8 seconds, and PRESBYOND for presbyopia, which can be completed in approximately 20 seconds.
These solutions represent a long-term investment in eye health, helping people maintain optimal vision and continue living active lives in the era of longevity. The educational session was presented during an Exclusive Sharing Session and Media Gathering titled “Longevity Era: Investing in Vision for a Better Quality of Life”, held at The Orient Hotel Jakarta.
Navin Sonthalia, President Director & CEO of Mayapada Healthcare, stated that this proactive initiative by Mayapada Eye Centre reflects Mayapada Healthcare’s commitment to meeting healthcare needs in the longevity era, where people are focusing not only on extending their lifespan but also on improving their healthspan by staying healthy, active, and productive throughout every stage of life.
“Eye health is an essential aspect that must be maintained to support everyday activities. Through MEC, we provide comprehensive and integrated eye care services supported by advanced ophthalmic technology, experienced ophthalmologists and subspecialists, and international standards of care to help people preserve their vision and enjoy an optimal quality of life at every age,” he said during a press conference on Saturday (June 20).
Highlighting today’s eye health challenges, Mayapada Eye Centre ophthalmologist dr. Zoraya Ariefia Feranthy, Sp.M, explained that myopia and astigmatism are increasingly being diagnosed among people of productive age due to the widespread use of digital devices from an early age. Good vision, she emphasized, is a fundamental component of maintaining overall quality of life.
Many people spend most of their time looking at digital screens or reading for extended periods, causing their eyes to work continuously at close range. As a result, the eyes become more susceptible to fatigue and refractive errors.
“These conditions require glasses or contact lenses to achieve clear vision. However, wearing glasses often affects comfort, productivity, and overall quality of daily life. Therefore, maintaining eye health has become an inseparable part of preserving productivity and quality of life in the longevity era,” she explained.
To help address these conditions, MEC offers SMILE Pro, a next-generation femtosecond laser vision correction technology equipped with the Oculign System to ensure procedural accuracy and stability. The procedure is minimally invasive, requiring only a small incision, while offering a fast and effective treatment that allows patients to reduce their dependence on glasses or contact lenses, including those with hyperopia (farsightedness).
Physician and health educator dr. Gia Pratama also shared his experience after undergoing the SMILE Pro procedure.
“As a physician with a busy and dynamic daily routine, clear and comfortable vision has a significant impact on my productivity. After undergoing SMILE Pro, many aspects of my daily life have become much more convenient because I can carry out my activities without relying on glasses. For me, it’s about seeing more clearly, working more comfortably, and enjoying a better quality of life.”
Source: Dimas Choirul – JawaPos.com
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