UNS – The Faculty of Medicine (FK) Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS) Surakarta has once again graduated new specialist doctors through its Specialist Medical Education Program (PPDS). The ceremony, held on Thursday (13/6/2024) at the FK UNS Auditorium, was attended by the UNS Vice Rector for Academic and Student Affairs, Prof. Ir. Ahmad Yunus, M.S.; Dean of FK UNS, Prof. Dr. Reviono, dr., Sp.P(K); Vice Deans of FK UNS; Director of Dr. Moewardi Hospital Surakarta, Dr. Cahyono Hadi, dr., Sp.OG(K); Vice Director of Education and Research at UNS Hospital, Tonang Dwi Ardyanto, Sp.P.K., Ph.D.; and Heads of the PPDS study programs at FK UNS.
In this graduation period, FK UNS conferred degrees on 18 new specialist doctors. Among these graduates, four received scholarships from the Ministry of Health’s Tugas Belajar program, bringing the total number of scholarship recipients to 351 since the program began.
According to the academic report presented by the Vice Dean for Academic Affairs, Research, and Student Affairs, Paramasari Dirgahayu, dr., Ph.D., the 18 graduates are from various programs: one from the Cardiology and Vascular Medicine Program, seven from the Dermatology and Venereology Program, two from the Anesthesiology and Intensive Therapy Program, six from the Pediatrics Program, and two from the Psychiatry Program.
Among the graduates, Nandia Permata Rahma Al Khusna, dr., Sp.A., from the Pediatrics Program, achieved the highest cumulative GPA of 3.88. The youngest graduate was Qeis Ramadhan, dr., Sp.A., also from the Pediatrics Program, who graduated at the age of 29 years and 2 months.
Representing the graduates, Satrio Pratomo, dr., Sp.A., encouraged his fellow graduates to remain humble and continue learning and serving, despite earning their specialist titles. “This graduation moment is the right time for us to reflect on ourselves. Do not become complacent and remain humble; our real struggle has just begun. Let’s dedicate the knowledge we have gained here for the benefit of our nation and country,” he said.
Dr. Satrio also reminded his peers to maintain professionalism as doctors. “Always communicate with patients with compassion and empathy to provide the best care. Continue participating in scientific activities and training to maintain our skills and professionalism. With this title, we carry the responsibility of upholding norms, ethics, and proper conduct to benefit Indonesian society wherever we serve,” he added.
Director of Dr. Moewardi Hospital Surakarta, Dr. Cahyono Hadi, dr., Sp.OG(K), advised the new specialist doctors to keep learning and expanding their knowledge.
“In the context of healthcare transformation, we hope to meet the demand for doctors. Considering the presence of foreign doctors now, you, as specialist graduates, will be competing for job opportunities. If you have the idealism to build the nation, you won’t be competing, but if your orientation is different, then these opportunities will become a competition,” he stated.
He also emphasized the importance of maintaining ethics, highlighting current concerns about ethical issues. “I hope you all can benefit society, be useful for the country, help reduce morbidity and mortality rates, and support the nation’s efforts in health promotion and prevention,” he concluded.
In his speech, Dean of FK UNS, Prof. Reviono, said that being a good doctor involves being a professional. “Professionalism comprises several components, such as competence. You have all been equipped with sufficient competence in every medical skill or diagnostic method. We have also exemplified responsibility towards the profession. For patient safety, we have also taught you, so all of this is the foundation for becoming a professional,” he remarked.
Prof. Reviono also advised the new specialist doctors, now alumni, to uphold the good name of UNS and maintain good relations with colleagues and their alma mater.
With this graduation, FK UNS has produced 1.878 specialist doctors since its establishment in 1976. These graduates are now serving across the country in various fields, including healthcare services, education, research, and as specialist doctors in government, private sectors, the military, and the police.
Humas UNS
Editor: Dwi Hastuti
