On February 6, 2023, a 7.8 earthquake hit Gaziantep, Türkiye, causing massive destruction, over 59,000 deaths, and displacing millions. EMT Aceh from Indonesia was deployed to provide medical aid.

This research aims to evaluate EMT Aceh’s disaster response during the 2023 Türkiye earthquake, identifying key successes and challenges. It offers recommendations for improving future responses and examines the importance of international collaboration, community acceptance, and government support in the effectiveness of foreign medical teams.

The study used an intrinsic descriptive case study method, including interviews with EMT members and thematic analysis of primary and secondary data.

Key findings show EMT Aceh’s success stemmed from strategic resource use, local collaboration, and public acceptance. Challenges included extreme climate and language barriers.

In conclusion, EMT Aceh’s experience underscores the importance of preparedness, collaboration, and adaptability in disaster response. Recommendations include improving communication skills, fostering teamwork, enhancing logistical preparedness, and promoting community engagement to ensure more efficient and effective responses in future disasters.