Indonesian hospital ship treats 504 patients during Fiji visit

The Indonesian Navy hospital ship KRI dr. Wahidin Sudirohusodo-991 has completed a two-day medical mission in Suva, Fiji. Between October 11 and October 12, 2026, the ship’s medical team provided healthcare services to 504 patients in collaboration with Fiji’s Ministry of Health.

Services offered included general medical consultations, dental care, radiology, and non-communicable disease screening. The mission, involving 316 crew members including doctors, nurses, and naval personnel, aimed to strengthen bilateral ties and humanitarian cooperation in the Pacific region. The deployment follows the theme ‘Bridging Nations, Serving Humanity’ and is part of a broader regional mission that includes upcoming visits to the Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea.