Ways to Handle Asthma in Raja Ampat

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in Raja Ampat

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Great for minor but urgent issues that don’t need a physical exam, such as asthma or related symptoms.

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Hospitals in Raja Ampat

For serious, potentially life-threatening issues that require immediate, specialized treatment, like breathing difficulties, severe bleeding, or head injuries. Non-urgent visits use up resources needed for emergency patients. ERs are for serious, life-threatening issues. Going there for something like asthma adds to doctors’ workload and may take time away from those in critical need.

Important: The information provided here about hospitals is for general reference only. We recommend verifying current details, such as contact information, services, and hours of operation, before visiting. Please reach out directly to the hospital or consult their official website for the most up-to-date and accurate information.

Hospitals with Emergency Rooms in Raja Ampat

RSUD Raja Ampat – Emergency Department (Instalasi Gawat Darurat)
Address: RSUD Raja Ampat, Waisai, Raja Ampat Regency, Southwest Papua
Access: Open 24/7. Walk-in patients are registered at reception and triaged; ambulance arrivals (via 112 or local hospital hotline) enter through the trauma entrance. Offers general emergency care; serious cases may be stabilized before referral to Sorong or larger facilities.

Rumah Sakit Angkatan Laut (Naval Hospital) – Emergency Unit
Address: Naval Hospital, Waisai, Raja Ampat Regency, Southwest Papua
Access: Operates a 24-hour emergency unit primarily for initial care. Ambulance and walk-in patients are accepted. Ideal for immediate stabilization; more complex cases are usually referred to public hospitals in Sorong.

Puskesmas (Local Health Centers) – Emergency & Stabilization Services
Address: Several Puskesmas locations across Waisai and larger islands, Raja Ampat Regency, Southwest Papua
Access: Community health centres offering primary-level urgent care and basic emergency stabilization. Walk-ins and ambulance arrivals are accepted; patients are triaged and transferred to RSUD Raja Ampat or Sorong hospitals when necessary.

Walk-in clinics

Best for minor conditions needing same-day, in-person specialist attention—like X-rays for sprains or cuts that may need stitches, injections, advanced diagnostics, or other invasive procedures.

Pharmacies in Raja Ampat, Indonesia

In Raja Ampat, pharmacies are called apotek. Due to the remote and rural nature of the islands, pharmacy access is limited and typically found in larger villages like Waisai. These pharmacies may have basic signage with “apotek” and limited medical stock. English-speaking service is minimal outside of tourist accommodations and dive resorts.

Antibiotic Policy in Raja Ampat

In Raja Ampat, antibiotics legally require a valid prescription from a licensed doctor. However, as in many parts of Indonesia, some pharmacies may still sell them over the counter without a prescription.

Emergency Number in Raja Ampat, Indonesia

In Raja Ampat, the main emergency numbers are 110 for police, 118 for ambulance services, and 113 for fire emergencies. These hotlines are toll-free and operate 24/7 from any phone.

Due to the remote and island-based nature of Raja Ampat, emergency services may be limited and response times can vary significantly. English-speaking assistance may also be scarce, so it’s best to seek help from a local when placing a call.

Please remember: Emergency numbers are for life-threatening situations only. For urgent but non-life-threatening medical issues, telehealth services like Doctorsa provide fast access to licensed English-speaking doctors.