Makassar — The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FMHS), Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar, in collaboration with PT Prodia Widyahusada Tbk, held a guest lecture entitled “What’s New Trend & How to Choose Biomarker” on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Conducted in a hybrid format at the 2nd Floor Hall of FMHS Unismuh Makassar, Samata Campus, Gowa, the event formed part of the implementation of the cooperation between FMHS Unismuh Makassar and PT Prodia Widyahusada Tbk.

The event was attended by members of the FMHS Unismuh Makassar academic community and featured speakers from both Prodia and FMHS Unismuh Makassar. In addition to the guest lecture, the agenda included the signing of a Cooperation Agreement (PKS) between FMHS Unismuh Makassar and PT Prodia Widyahusada Tbk, the presentation of commemorative plaques, and a joint photo session, symbolizing the strengthening of collaboration between the two institutions.

Dean of FMHS Unismuh Makassar, Prof. Dr. dr. Suryani As’ad, M.Sc., Sp.GK., Subsp.KM, emphasized the importance of collaboration between higher education institutions and healthcare service providers, particularly in advancing scientific knowledge and the application of diagnostic technologies. “This collaboration represents an important step in strengthening the educational process and the development of scientific knowledge at FMHS Unismuh Makassar. We hope that our partnership with Prodia will create broader opportunities for students and faculty members to gain insights and practical exposure to developments in laboratory testing and the application of biomarkers in healthcare,” she stated.

Meanwhile, Hermin Tikumadika, S.E., M.M., M.Th., Regional Head of Prodia for the SULAMPUA region, highlighted the importance of a sound understanding of biomarker selection amid advances in laboratory technology. “Through this activity, we aim to share knowledge about developments in biomarkers and how to select appropriate biomarkers based on clinical needs. We hope that our collaboration with FMHS Unismuh Makassar will continue to develop and provide meaningful benefits for students, healthcare professionals, and the wider community,” she explained.

The event continued with the signing of the Cooperation Agreement between FMHS Unismuh Makassar and PT Prodia Widyahusada Tbk, followed by the presentation of commemorative plaques and a joint photo session. The main guest lecture then featured Dr. Miswar Fattah, M.Si. from PT Prodia Widyahusada Tbk, who delivered a presentation entitled “What’s New Trend & How to Choose Biomarker.” The session provided insights into emerging developments in biomarkers and key considerations in selecting appropriate biomarkers within the context of diagnostic testing.

In addition to the speaker from Prodia, FMHS Unismuh Makassar also featured Dr. dr. Andi Weri Sompa, M.Kes., Sp.N(K), who presented a topic entitled “Gut-Brain Axis in Neurological Diseases: Mechanism, Evidence, and Microbiome-Based Intervention.” Through this collaborative initiative, FMHS Unismuh Makassar and PT Prodia Widyahusada Tbk are expected to further strengthen their partnership in education, research, and the advancement of health sciences, while providing members of the academic community with relevant academic exposure to developments in medical science and diagnostic technology.

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Kolaborasi FKIK Unismuh Makassar dan Prodia Dorong Pemahaman tentang Perkembangan Biomarker

Makassar — Fakultas Kedokteran dan Ilmu Kesehatan (FKIK) Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar bekerja sama dengan PT Prodia Widyahusada Tbk menggelar Kuliah Tamu bertema “What’s New Trend & How to Choose Biomarker”, Sabtu (19/9/2026). Kegiatan yang berlangsung secara hybrid di Aula Lantai 2 FKIK Unismuh Makassar, Gedung Samata, Gowa, ini merupakan bagian dari implementasi kerja sama antara FKIK Unismuh Makassar dan PT Prodia Widyahusada Tbk.

Kegiatan tersebut dihadiri sivitas akademika FKIK Unismuh Makassar dan menghadirkan sejumlah narasumber dari Prodia maupun FKIK Unismuh Makassar. Selain kuliah tamu, agenda juga diisi dengan penandatanganan Perjanjian Kerja Sama (PKS) antara FKIK Unismuh Makassar dan PT Prodia Widyahusada Tbk, penyerahan plakat, serta foto bersama sebagai simbol penguatan kolaborasi kedua institusi.

Dekan FKIK Unismuh Makassar, Prof. Dr. dr. Suryani As’ad, M.Sc., Sp.GK., Subsp.KM, dalam sambutannya menekankan pentingnya kolaborasi antara institusi pendidikan tinggi dan dunia layanan kesehatan, khususnya dalam pengembangan keilmuan dan pemanfaatan teknologi diagnostik. “Kerja sama ini menjadi bagian penting dalam memperkuat proses pendidikan dan pengembangan keilmuan di FKIK Unismuh Makassar. Kami berharap kolaborasi bersama Prodia dapat membuka ruang yang lebih luas bagi mahasiswa dan dosen untuk mendapatkan wawasan serta pengalaman mengenai perkembangan pemeriksaan laboratorium dan biomarker dalam pelayanan kesehatan,” ujarnya.

Regional Head Prodia wilayah SULAMPUA, Hermin Tikumadika, S.E., M.M., M.Th. Ia menyampaikan bahwa perkembangan teknologi laboratorium membutuhkan pemahaman yang baik mengenai pemilihan biomarker agar pemeriksaan yang dilakukan dapat memberikan informasi klinis yang relevan. “Melalui kegiatan ini, kami ingin berbagi pengetahuan mengenai perkembangan biomarker sekaligus bagaimana memilih biomarker yang tepat sesuai kebutuhan klinis. Kami berharap kolaborasi dengan FKIK Unismuh Makassar dapat terus berkembang dan memberikan manfaat bagi mahasiswa, tenaga kesehatan, maupun masyarakat,” ungkapnya.

Kegiatan dilanjutkan dengan penandatanganan PKS antara FKIK Unismuh Makassar dan PT Prodia Widyahusada Tbk. Selanjutnya dilakukan penyerahan plakat dan foto bersama. Sesi utama kuliah tamu kemudian menghadirkan Dr. Miswar Fattah, M.Si. dari PT Prodia Widyahusada Tbk yang membawakan materi “What’s New Trend & How to Choose Biomarker”. Materi tersebut memberikan wawasan mengenai perkembangan biomarker serta pertimbangan dalam menentukan biomarker yang sesuai dalam konteks pemeriksaan diagnostik.

Selain menghadirkan pemateri dari Prodia, FKIK Unismuh Makassar juga menghadirkan Dr. dr. Andi Weri Sompa, M.Kes., Sp.N(K) sebagai pemateri dengan topik “Gut-Brain Axis in Neurological Diseases: Mechanism, evidence, and microbiome-based intervention”. Melalui kegiatan ini, FKIK Unismuh Makassar dan PT Prodia Widyahusada Tbk diharapkan dapat memperkuat sinergi dalam bidang pendidikan, penelitian, dan pengembangan keilmuan kesehatan, sekaligus memberikan pengalaman akademik yang relevan dengan perkembangan ilmu kedokteran dan teknologi diagnostik bagi sivitas akademika.