UNS – The Faculty of Medicine (FK) at Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS) Surakarta held an inauguration and oath-taking ceremony for 149 new doctors in its 228th graduation period. The ceremony took place at the G. P.H. Haryo Mataram Auditorium, UNS, on Tuesday (13/8/2024). The event was attended by the Rector of UNS, Prof. Dr. Hartono, dr., M.Si., the Dean of FK UNS along with other faculty leaders, the Chairman of the UNS Faculty of Medicine Alumni Association, Dr. Sri Pratomo, Sp.B., FinaCS, FiCS, representatives from UNS Hospital, and delegates from Dr. Moewardi Regional General Hospital (RSUD) Surakarta.
In her report, the Vice Dean for Academic Affairs, Research, and Student Affairs at FK UNS, Dr. Paramasari Dirgahayu, Ph.D., announced that all 149 students who took the Medical Professional Education Program Competency Exam (UKMPPD) in May 2024 had passed. The exam included a Computer-Based Test (CBT) on May 25, 2024, and an Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) on May 18, 2024. The new doctors consist of 39 men and 110 women.
Among the graduates, 55 achieved the distinction of cumlaude, or with honors. The Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) for this cohort was 3,72 with an average study duration of 2 years and 4 months. The highest GPA was achieved by Renasheva Alifia Nugraha, who graduated with a GPA of 3,85.
“I extend my congratulations to all of you who are about to embark on your careers in the medical profession. I also congratulate the parents and family members of the new doctors,” Dr. Paramasari said.
The Dean of FK UNS, Prof. Dr. Reviono, dr., Sp.P(K), advised the new doctors to uphold three key principles: professionalism, integrity, and networking.
“Do not forget these three essential things. Professionalism involves the competence you have already acquired here at FK UNS. I am confident that all of you possess unquestionable competence. Integrity includes honesty, discipline, responsibility, and more. Lastly, remember the importance of networking,” Prof. Reviono emphasized.
UNS Rector, Prof. Dr. Hartono, dr., M.Si., in his remarks, stressed the importance of having dreams to achieve success. “A career in medicine offers a wide range of opportunities. You can advance functionally by becoming a doctor, then a specialist, a subspecialist, or even pursue a career as a lecturer, researcher, or academic. You could also combine roles as a specialist, lecturer, and researcher. Structurally, you could aim to become the head of a health center, a hospital director, a minister, a rector, and more. Pursue your dreams and decide which path you want to take,” Prof. Hartono said.
Representing RSUD Dr. Moewardi Surakarta, dr. Sulistyani Kusumaningrum, Sp.Rad, M.Sc., emphasized the importance of excellent patient care. “Wherever you are assigned, adapt well, and greet every patient with a smile. A smile makes patients happy. Treat them with kindness and always be friendly,” dr. Sulistyani advised.
With the graduation of this 228th period, FK UNS has now produced 7.248 doctors since its establishment in 1976. These graduates have spread across the country, contributing their expertise in various sectors, including healthcare services, education, research, and roles in both the public and private sectors, as well as in the police and military forces.
HUMAS UNS
Editor: Dwi Hastuti
