In this section, Dr. Andry Dahlan presents a concrete example of an integrated wellness program that combines medical and lifestyle-based approaches. The goal of this initiative was to move beyond the conventional hospital setting and create a more holistic and comfortable healthcare experience. The concept introduced was that of a hospital resort—a healthcare environment that emphasizes prevention, functional health, and quality of life.
Dr. Andry emphasizes that wellness should not be limited to clinical or hospital-based environments. Instead, medical and wellness approaches can be integrated into a single ecosystem designed to support preventive care, functional maintenance, and long-term well-being.
This pilot program was first implemented in Bandung, at the Cipaku Wellness Center. At the time, the initiative was not formally framed using the term design thinking. However, after further discussion with experts—including Dr. Yanuar—it became clear that the program had already adopted core design thinking principles by focusing on user needs, experiential learning, and iterative evaluation.
Participants in the program consisted primarily of adults and older individuals, typically between 40 and 60 years of age. Prior to the start of the program, all participants underwent baseline medical evaluations in the form of general medical check-ups to assess their overall health status.
The program then collaborated with laboratory services and the Sports Science Department of Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI). Physical performance parameters were measured, including flexibility, muscle tone, speed, acceleration, and functional movement capacity.
Medical and physical assessment results were reviewed together with specialists in physical medicine and rehabilitation. The focus was on identifying functional impairments or movement disorders, particularly those affecting gait and daily activities. Based on these findings, personalized wellness programs were designed for each participant.
Several structured wellness activities were implemented during the pilot phase. These included regular yoga and meditation sessions, outdoor activities such as hiking and guided travel, and rehabilitation-focused exercise programs.
Music therapy was incorporated as a complementary modality to support emotional balance and relaxation. In addition, cognitive games were introduced periodically to stimulate cognitive function and mental agility.
All activities were designed to address physical, mental, and emotional dimensions of health in an integrated manner.
Following a defined intervention period, participants underwent re-evaluation. The results showed varying levels of improvement: some participants demonstrated significant functional gains, while others remained relatively stable. Dr. Andry observed that participants who showed minimal improvement were often those with lower adherence or inconsistent participation.
Unfortunately, the pilot and prototype phase of this program could not be completed due to disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic in Bandung. Despite this limitation, early outcomes suggested strong potential for further development.
Dr. Andry noted that several program components that were postponed during the pandemic are planned to be reactivated after the post-holiday period. These include sports-based games designed to improve motor skills, as well as expanded cognitive game modules to enhance cognitive function.
This program represents one of the concrete wellness initiatives implemented prior to the pandemic. In addition, complementary activities such as music healing and breathing exercises (pranayama) were conducted. Participant testimonials indicated improvements in breathing efficiency and reduced fatigue, with some reporting improved oxygen delivery at the tissue level following consistent breathing training.
Another initiative developed was the yoga traveling program, conducted approximately every three months. One of the key locations was the geothermal area of Kamojang. In this setting, participants engaged in yoga, breathing exercises, aqua aerobics, and hydrotherapy.
Prior to participation, individuals underwent initial assessments, including medical screening and hydrotherapy evaluation conducted by medical professionals and academic partners from Universitas Padjadjaran. Hydrotherapy emerged as one of the most favored activities among older participants, as it was perceived as enjoyable while simultaneously providing therapeutic benefits.
To enrich the wellness experience, psychologists from Universitas Padjadjaran were involved to facilitate mindfulness activities and experiential learning sessions, including simple expressive and acting-based exercises. Experts in geology also contributed by providing contextual understanding of natural environments and their therapeutic significance.
Cognitive and physical programs were supported by sports science experts from UPI. Activities such as sound healing, light cycling, yoga, and guided trekking were progressively adjusted according to participants’ motor function and muscle tone development. As participants demonstrated improvement, activity intensity and distance were gradually increased.
Throughout the program, continuous monitoring and evaluation were conducted to ensure safety, effectiveness, and sustainability of outcomes.
This experience demonstrates that integrated wellness programs combining medical assessment, physical rehabilitation, psychological support, and natural environmental resources can produce meaningful health benefits, particularly for adult and elderly populations. The program serves as a practical example of how wellness tourism and preventive health services can be developed using evidence-informed, user-centered, and multidisciplinary approaches.
Dalam bagian ini, dr. Andry Dahlan menjelaskan contoh konkret implementasi program wellness terintegrasi yang menggabungkan pendekatan medis dan wellness, dengan tujuan menciptakan suasana layanan kesehatan yang tidak terbatas pada lingkungan rumah sakit konvensional. Konsep yang diusung adalah hospital resort, yaitu layanan kesehatan yang bersifat holistik, nyaman, dan berorientasi pada kualitas hidup.
Dr. Andry menekankan bahwa wellness tidak seharusnya selalu identik dengan suasana klinis atau rumah sakit. Oleh karena itu, pendekatan yang dikembangkan mengintegrasikan konsep medical dan wellness dalam satu ekosistem layanan, dengan fokus pada pencegahan, pemeliharaan fungsi tubuh, dan peningkatan kualitas hidup.
Program ini pertama kali diujicobakan di Bandung, tepatnya di kawasan Cipaku Wellness Center. Pada saat itu, konsep design thinking belum secara formal digunakan, namun setelah didiskusikan bersama para ahli, termasuk Dr. Yanuar, pendekatan yang diterapkan ternyata telah selaras dengan prinsip design thinking, yaitu berangkat dari kebutuhan pengguna dan evaluasi berbasis pengalaman nyata.
Peserta program berasal dari kelompok usia dewasa hingga lansia, dengan rentang usia sekitar 40, 50, hingga 60 tahun. Sebelum program dimulai, seluruh peserta menjalani pemeriksaan medis awal berupa medical check-up umum untuk mengetahui kondisi kesehatan dasar.
Selanjutnya, tim bekerja sama dengan laboratorium dan tim sport science dari Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI). Pada tahap ini dilakukan pengukuran parameter fisik, antara lain fleksibilitas, tonus otot, kecepatan, akselerasi, dan fungsi gerak secara teknis dan terukur.
Hasil pemeriksaan medis dan fisik ini kemudian digabungkan dan dianalisis bersama tenaga ahli rehabilitasi medik. Evaluasi difokuskan pada identifikasi adanya gangguan fungsi gerak atau movement disorder, khususnya saat peserta berjalan atau melakukan aktivitas sehari-hari. Berdasarkan temuan inilah program wellness disusun secara individual dan terarah.
Beberapa program yang sempat dieksekusi secara rutin dalam uji prototipe ini meliputi yoga dan meditasi, aktivitas luar ruang seperti hiking dan perjalanan terarah, serta latihan rehabilitasi fisik. Selain itu, digunakan pula pendekatan terapi musik sebagai bagian dari music therapy untuk mendukung relaksasi dan stabilitas emosi.
Program tambahan yang dilakukan secara berkala meliputi permainan kognitif (cognitive games) untuk melatih fungsi otak dan daya pikir. Seluruh aktivitas dirancang untuk menjaga keseimbangan antara aspek fisik, mental, dan emosional.
Setelah periode tertentu, dilakukan evaluasi ulang terhadap peserta. Hasilnya menunjukkan adanya variasi respons: sebagian peserta mengalami peningkatan fungsi yang cukup signifikan, sementara sebagian lainnya menunjukkan kondisi yang stagnan. Dr. Andry mencatat bahwa peserta yang stagnan umumnya kurang konsisten dalam menjalani program secara rutin.
Sayangnya, uji prototipe program ini tidak dapat dilanjutkan hingga tuntas karena terdampak situasi pandemi di Bandung. Meski demikian, hasil awal menunjukkan potensi yang sangat menjanjikan.
Dr. Andry menyampaikan bahwa setelah periode Idulfitri, program-program yang belum sempat dijalankan akan kembali dieksekusi. Beberapa pengembangan yang direncanakan meliputi sport games dan permainan berbasis aktivitas fisik untuk melatih motorik, serta penguatan program cognitive games untuk fungsi kognitif.
Program ini merupakan salah satu contoh nyata implementasi wellness activity yang telah dijalankan sebelum pandemi. Selain itu, terdapat pula program music healing, latihan pernapasan (pranayama breathing), dan olah napas yang menunjukkan dampak positif berdasarkan testimoni peserta.
Beberapa peserta melaporkan bahwa sebelumnya mereka mudah lelah dan mengalami kesulitan berjalan dalam jarak pendek. Setelah mengikuti latihan pernapasan secara teratur, mereka merasakan peningkatan kualitas napas hingga ke tingkat jaringan, sehingga keluhan mudah lelah berkurang secara signifikan.
Program lain yang dikembangkan adalah yoga traveling, yang dilaksanakan setiap tiga bulan. Salah satu lokasi yang digunakan adalah kawasan geothermal Kamojang. Di lokasi ini, peserta mengikuti yoga, latihan pernapasan, aqua aerobik, dan hidroterapi.
Sebelum mengikuti kegiatan, peserta kembali menjalani asesmen awal, termasuk penilaian medis dan hidroterapi yang melibatkan tenaga medis serta akademisi dari Universitas Padjadjaran. Aktivitas hidroterapi menjadi salah satu kegiatan yang paling diminati oleh peserta lansia, karena dirasakan menyenangkan seperti bermain air, sekaligus memberikan manfaat fisik.
Dalam rangka memperkaya pengalaman wellness, program ini juga melibatkan psikolog dari Universitas Padjadjaran untuk aktivitas mindfulness dan pembelajaran berbasis pengalaman, termasuk latihan ekspresi diri dan akting sederhana. Selain itu, ahli geologi turut memberikan pemahaman mengenai aspek alam dan lingkungan sebagai bagian dari proses terapi.
Program kognitif dan olahraga didukung oleh tim sport science UPI, sementara aktivitas seperti sound healing, cycling ringan, yoga, dan trekking dilakukan secara bertahap sesuai perkembangan kemampuan peserta. Setelah peserta menunjukkan peningkatan tonus otot dan fungsi motorik, jarak dan intensitas aktivitas ditingkatkan secara bertahap.
Seluruh rangkaian program disertai dengan proses monitoring dan evaluasi berkelanjutan untuk memastikan keamanan, efektivitas, dan keberlanjutan hasil terapi.
Pengalaman ini menunjukkan bahwa pendekatan wellness terintegrasi yang menggabungkan medis, olahraga, psikologi, dan lingkungan alam dapat memberikan dampak positif nyata, khususnya bagi kelompok usia dewasa dan lansia. Program ini menjadi contoh konkret bagaimana wellness tourism dan layanan kesehatan preventif dapat dikembangkan secara berbasis kebutuhan nyata, ilmiah, dan berorientasi pada kualitas hidup.
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