Makassar — The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FMHS) at Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar continues to expand its academic development by establishing several new study programs in the field of health sciences. Along with the launch of these programs, FMHS Unismuh Makassar officially appointed Heads of Study Programs (HoSP) for the 2026–2029 term as an initial step to strengthen academic governance.

The newly established study programs include the Master’s Program in Biomedical Sciences (Postgraduate Program), Dental Education and Dental Professional Program, Hospital Administration, Pharmacist Professional Education Program, and the Emergency Medicine Specialist Program. To oversee the development of these programs, FMHS Unismuh Makassar appointed Dr. dr. Ami Febriza Ahmad, M.Kes; drg. St. Maisarah Alwany, MARS; Andi Hasnah, S.KM., M.Kes; Apt. Andi Ulfah Megefirah Rasyid, S.Farm., M.Si; and dr. Corona Rintawan, Sp.EM., M.Kes as Heads of Study Programs.

The Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar, Prof. Dr. dr. Suryani As’ad, M.Sc., Sp.GK(K), stated that the establishment of these new study programs is part of the institution’s strategic effort to address the growing demand for highly qualified health human resources. According to her, the appointment of Heads of Study Programs is a crucial step to ensure that each new program is professionally managed from the outset.

“The establishment of these new study programs reflects FMHS Unismuh Makassar’s commitment to contributing to the development of health sciences and the fulfillment of qualified healthcare workforce needs. The Heads of Study Programs are expected to build a strong, innovative, and nationally and internationally standardized academic system,” Prof. Suryani said.

She further added that FMHS Unismuh Makassar targets rapid development of the new study programs through competency-based curricula, applied research, and collaboration with teaching hospitals and health institutions. The role of the Heads of Study Programs is considered essential in ensuring the optimal implementation of the university’s tridharma (education, research, and community service).

The establishment of these new study programs is also aligned with FMHS Unismuh Makassar’s vision to become a leading center of medical and health education in Eastern Indonesia. The presence of master’s, professional, and specialist programs is expected to broaden access to advanced education for graduates in the health sector.

The faculty leadership expects the newly appointed Heads of Study Programs to foster a productive academic culture, enhance the quality of clinical and laboratory learning, and promote increased scientific publications and research innovation. Synergy among lecturers, students, and academic staff is also emphasized as a key focus in developing the new programs.

Furthermore, the establishment of these new study programs is expected to strengthen FMHS Unismuh Makassar’s contribution to public health services, particularly through the education of healthcare professionals who are competent, ethical, and adaptive to advances in health technology.

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FKIK Unismuh Makassar Resmi Buka Sejumlah Prodi Baru, Lantik Ketua Program Studi Periode 2026–2029

Makassar — Fakultas Kedokteran dan Ilmu Kesehatan (FKIK) Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar terus memperluas pengembangan akademik dengan membuka sejumlah program studi baru di bidang kesehatan. Seiring pembukaan program studi tersebut, FKIK Unismuh Makassar resmi melantik Ketua Program Studi (Kaprodi) untuk masa jabatan 2026–2029 sebagai langkah awal penguatan tata kelola akademik.

Adapun program studi baru yang diluncurkan meliputi Magister Ilmu Biomedik Program Pascasarjana, Pendidikan Dokter Gigi dan Profesi Dokter Gigi, Administrasi Rumah Sakit, Pendidikan Profesi Apoteker, serta Program Studi Spesialis Emergency. Untuk mengawal pengembangan program studi tersebut, FKIK Unismuh Makassar melantik Dr. dr. Ami Febriza Ahmad, M.Kes, drg. St. Maisarah Alwany, MARS, Andi Hasnah, S.KM., M.Kes, Apt. Andi Ulfah Megefirah Rasyid, S.Farm., M.Si, dan dr. Corona Rintawan, Sp.EM., M.Kes sebagai Ketua Program Studi.

Dekan FKIK Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar, Prof. Dr. dr. Suryani As’ad, M.Sc., Sp.GK(K), mengatakan bahwa pembukaan program studi baru ini merupakan bagian dari strategi penguatan institusi dalam menjawab kebutuhan sumber daya manusia kesehatan yang berkualitas. Menurutnya, pelantikan Kaprodi menjadi langkah penting untuk memastikan setiap program studi baru dikelola secara profesional sejak awal.

“Pembukaan program studi baru ini adalah komitmen FKIK Unismuh Makassar untuk berkontribusi dalam pemenuhan kebutuhan tenaga kesehatan dan pengembangan ilmu kesehatan. Para Ketua Program Studi diharapkan mampu membangun sistem akademik yang kuat, inovatif, dan berstandar nasional maupun internasional,” ujar Prof. Suryani.

Ia menambahkan bahwa FKIK Unismuh Makassar menargetkan setiap program studi baru dapat berkembang cepat dengan kurikulum berbasis kompetensi, riset terapan, serta kolaborasi dengan rumah sakit pendidikan dan mitra institusi kesehatan. Peran Kaprodi dinilai krusial dalam memastikan implementasi tridharma perguruan tinggi berjalan optimal.

Pembukaan prodi baru ini juga sejalan dengan visi FKIK Unismuh Makassar sebagai pusat pendidikan kedokteran dan kesehatan unggulan di Kawasan Indonesia Timur. Kehadiran program studi magister, profesi, dan spesialis diharapkan dapat memperluas akses pendidikan lanjutan bagi lulusan bidang kesehatan.

Pimpinan fakultas berharap para Kaprodi baru mampu membangun budaya akademik yang produktif, meningkatkan mutu pembelajaran klinik dan laboratorium, serta mendorong peningkatan publikasi ilmiah dan inovasi riset. Sinergi dengan dosen, mahasiswa, dan tenaga kependidikan juga menjadi fokus utama dalam pengembangan prodi baru.

Selain itu, pembukaan program studi baru ini diharapkan memperkuat kontribusi FKIK Unismuh Makassar dalam pelayanan kesehatan masyarakat, khususnya melalui pendidikan tenaga kesehatan yang profesional, beretika, dan adaptif terhadap perkembangan teknologi kesehatan.