Toka, a Master of Hospital Administration student at Muhammadiyah University of Yogyakarta, visited PKU Muhammadiyah Gamping with her colleagues on Friday, March 22 2024. The activity took the form of a visit to the Halal Nutrition Department and this report includes halal nutrition services and reflections on the hospital.
Introduction:
In responding to the need for health services that are in accordance with Islamic religious principles, PKU Muhammadiyah Gamping has taken progressive steps by introducing halal nutrition services. This step not only reflects a commitment to the health of Muslims but is also a reflection of the integration of religious values in the context of health care. In this report, we will explore in more depth the halal nutrition services at PKU Muhammadiyah Gamping along with the reflections that arise from their implementation.
Background
PKU Muhammadiyah Gamping, as part of the Muhammadiyah hospital network which has Islamic characteristics, realizes the importance of paying attention to halal aspects in health services, including in terms of nutrition. In the Islamic view, consuming halal food is an important part of maintaining health, as well as ensuring compliance with religious teachings.
Implementation of Halal Nutrition Services
Implementing halal nutrition services at PKU Muhammadiyah Gamping involves several strategic steps:
1. Collaboration with Halal Certification Institutions: This hospital has established partnerships with trusted halal certification institutions to ensure that all food ingredients and products used in providing food meet halal standards.
2. Staff Education and Training: Staff involved in providing food and nutrition services receive education and training on the concepts and implementation of halal nutrition, so that they can understand and apply these principles well.
3. Continuous Monitoring and Supervision: Regular monitoring and supervision of the entire process, from procurement of food ingredients to presentation to patients, is carried out to ensure compliance with halal nutrition principles.
4. Nutrition Consultation: Providing nutritional consultation services that not only cover clinical aspects, but also provide views on halal nutrition as an integral part of health care.
Reflection and Impact
The introduction of halal nutrition services at PKU Muhammadiyah Gamping has had a significant impact, both for patients and hospital staff. Some of the reflections that emerge are:
- Acceptance and Appreciation from Patients: Patients feel appreciated and well accommodated by having food choices that are in accordance with their religious principles. This also creates an inclusive and supportive service climate.
- Awareness of the Importance of Halal Nutrition: Hospital staff have increased awareness of the importance of paying attention to halal aspects in health services, and this is reflected in their daily practices.
- Further Service Development: The successful implementation of halal nutrition services has encouraged PKU Muhammadiyah Gamping to continue developing services that suit the health needs of Muslims.
Conclusion
Halal nutrition services at PKU Muhammadiyah Gamping are not only an effort to meet the health needs of Muslims, but are also a reflection of the commitment to provide health services that are holistic and based on religious values. With proper implementation and continuous reflection, this service can continue to develop and provide maximum benefits for the community. Also, the halal nutrition service at PKU Muhammadiyah Gamping Hospital can become an example for other health institutions in meeting the health needs of Muslims holistically and comprehensively.
