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Budiman Kharma

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Corporate Chief Project Development Officer at Brawijaya Healthcare Group

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Successful People in Indonesia (1st Edition)

02/2026

GRA - GREAT ANCESTORS

His intellectual lineage is profoundly rich. His wife's uncle is none other than Prof. Dr. Ir. Dali Santun Naga (Yo Goan Li), a towering pioneer in Indonesian computer science. Professor Naga not only authored seminal textbooks and award-winning works but, crucially, developed the BASIC program in Indonesian (KILANG) and was instrumental in translating complex computer terminology into Bahasa Indonesia, fundamentally shaping the nation's IT landscape. His profound legacy is a deep well of intellectual inspiration; Complementing this intellectual heritage is a powerful maxim inherited from his father: whatever decision is made, it must be seen through to completion. This philosophy champions executing one's chosen path with utmost effort and unwavering consistency until the very end, a testament to his dedication and thoroughness in every endeavor.

E - EDUCATION

(1992 - 1995) Taruna Nusantara High School Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Tumor Biology, Kyoto University (2010 - 2014), grade Summa Cum Laude 3.96; Clinical Pathology Specialty, Clinical Pathology, Universitas Gadjah Mada; Doctor of Medicine (MD), Medicine, Universitas Gadjah Mada; M.Sc, Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist, Universitas Gadjah Mada.

CA - CAREER

2014 – 2016: Postdoctoral Researcher, Kyoto University; 2016 – 2018: Instructor, Keio University School of Medicine; 2018 – 2020: Chief Scientist, Nextgem - Japan; 2019 – Present: Co-Founder, Investo Medika Asia - Healthcare Specialist; 2020 – 2020: Research Associate, The Jikei University School of Medicine; 2020 – Present: Chief of Medical Board and Advisory, Investo Medika Asia - Healthcare Specialist; 2020 – 2021: Laboratory and Scientific Director, GSI Lab; 2021 – 2023: COO Diagnostic, Mayapada Healthcare; 2024 – Present: Corporate Chief Project Development Officer, Brawijaya Healthcare Group; 2024 – Present: Hospital Director, Brawijaya Healthcare Group

CO - COMPANIES OWNERSHIP

Investo Medika Asia - Healthcare Specialist

WACW - WRITINGS AND CREATIVE WORKS

His scientific contributions are highly impactful. He is the author of a significant medical article titled "Inhibition of vascular adhesion protein-1 enhances the anti-tumor effects of immune checkpoint inhibitors," a pivotal work exploring new avenues in cancer therapy. This is just one of dozens of articles he has published, all meticulously recorded in the PubMed MEDLINE database β€”a testament to his extensive research and influential presence in the life sciences and biomedical fields.

CASA - CIVIL AND SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

Serves as a prodiakon at his church, a distinguished role as a lay leader chosen from the congregation and appointed by the bishop for specific duties. His responsibilities include assisting with communion and leading worship services and evangelization. Grounded in his participation in the priesthood of Christ, he is a unique figure who embodies Christ's presence in liturgical celebrations, dedicated to serving his community with faithfulness and generosity.

AW - AWARDS

2003 public health research on decentralization and health factors in Kaliangkrik District, Medika Award, Ministry of Health, Indonesia; 2024 Outstanding Technology-Driven Services for Hospital Heart Care, awarded by CNBC to Brawijaya Healthcare Group; 2024 Internal recognition for leadership in promoting staff certification and professional credentialing at Brawijaya Healthcare.

ACH - ACHIEVEMENTS

His most profound achievement stands as earning a PhD in Medicine, a remarkable feat given his humble beginnings and the absence of any medical professionals in his family. This academic triumph was forged amidst immense personal hardship: the devastating loss of his fatherβ€”a pivotal role modelβ€”at a young age, leaving him with the profound regret of not having enough time together. This challenging journey, however, only fueled his extraordinary drive to reach the pinnacle of medical scholarship.

LS - LANGUAGE SKILLS

Bahasa indonesia, English, Japan, Mandarin

H - HOBBY

Badminton, movies, traveling and exploring nature

PMM - PERSONAL MAGIC MOMENTS

A pivotal and deeply cherished experience from his personal journey was his education at SMA Taruna Nusantara. This formative period instilled profound discipline, unwavering tenacity, and strong organizational skills, critically shaping the mental fortitude that would prove invaluable throughout his life. Complementing this rigorous training were his parents' enduring words of wisdom: the importance of absolute consistency in every decision made, ensuring that every chosen path is seen through to completion.

OA - OTHER ACTIVITIES

He has a deep fondness for dogs and enjoys keeping them as pets, finding joy and companionship in their presence.

ROS - REASON OF SUCCESS

His enduring success isn't mere fortune; it's sculpted by profound philosophies. A cornerstone lies in his parents' timeless counsel: unwavering consistency in every decision, believing this dedication inevitably yields the best results. This principle champions relentless thoroughness. Further shaping his achievements is the powerful Latin dictum, "Cogito, ergo sum"β€”"I think, therefore I am." For him, Descartes' pillar of modern philosophy isn't just theory. It's a lived truth: self-awareness and conscious thought are the fundamental launchpads for all action and achievement, ensuring every endeavor is grounded in purpose and clarity.

WEB - WEBSITE

https://www.linkedin.com/in/budiman-kharma-md-ph-d-sppk-871b10163/

B - BORN

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P - PARENTS

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MS - MARITAL STATUS

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