Denpasar – Udayana University (Unud), through its Faculty of Medicine, has hosted an accreditation field assessment for the Clinical Nutrition Specialist Study Program, conducted by the Indonesian Independent Accreditation Agency for Higher Education in Health (LAM-PTKes). This activity is part of Udayana University’s ongoing efforts to maintain and enhance the quality of higher education, specifically in producing competent and professional medical specialists.
The opening of the field assessment was attended by the Rector of Udayana University, Prof. Ir. I Ketut Sudarsana, S.T., Ph.D.; the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, Prof. Dr. dr. I Gede Eka Wiratnaya, Sp.OT(K); along with university and faculty leadership, heads of the primary and affiliated teaching hospitals, department chairs, study program coordinators, faculty members, and administrative staff. The LAM-PTKes assessor team consisted of dr. Dadang Arief Primana, Mesch., Sp.KO, Sp.GK, Subsp.PK(K) as the team lead, joined by members Prof. Dr. dr. Yuyun Yueniwati PW, M.Kes, Sp.Rad(K) and dr. Mediarty, Sp.PD-KHOM, FINASIM.
In his remarks, the Rector of Udayana University expressed his appreciation for the presence of the LAM-PTKes assessor team. He emphasized that the field assessment serves as a crucial moment for the university to obtain an objective evaluation of its educational operations, while also identifying areas that require further improvement. “On behalf of Udayana University, I would like to welcome the LAM-PTKes assessor team. We view this assessment as a highly significant milestone for us at Udayana University—specifically for the Clinical Nutrition Specialist Study Program—as the insights provided by the assessor team will help us further improve the quality of our educational delivery moving forward,” stated Prof. Ketut Sudarsana.
In his remarks, the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at Udayana University expressed his gratitude to the assessor team for dedicating their time to evaluate the Clinical Nutrition Specialist Study Program. He noted that this assessment is a vital component in maintaining the quality of the educational process and ensuring that graduates possess the competencies required by the healthcare sector. “First and foremost, we extend our deepest thanks to the assessors. We are well aware of their busy schedules and the challenges involved in coordinating this visit; we truly appreciate their commitment to this noble endeavor, which helps us uphold the quality of our graduates,” said Prof. Eka Wiratnaya.
Meanwhile, the Head of the LAM-PTKes assessor team, dr. Dadang Arief Primana, Mesch., Sp.KO, Sp.GK, Subsp.PK(K), explained that the field assessment aims to verify the alignment between the self-evaluation documents prepared by the study program and the actual conditions of the educational program on the ground. This process is conducted in accordance with established educational standards and prevailing legal regulations. “Today, our objective is to examine and verify whether the information provided in the documentation accurately reflects the reality on the ground, all while ensuring adherence to established standards. We refer to educational standards and legal regulations; LAM-PTKes sets these educational benchmarks for higher-level study programs, which in turn supports the improvement of healthcare service quality,” emphasized dr. Dadang Arief Primana.
The Clinical Nutrition Specialist Study Program at the Faculty of Medicine, Udayana University, is designed to produce graduates who are excellent, competent, and cultured, with a specific focus on the field of healthy aging. This focus is relevant in addressing the challenges posed by an aging population, as well as the need for healthcare services that support the quality of life for individuals at various stages of life.