MAKASSAR — The Alumni Association of the Faculty of Medicine at Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar (IKA FK Unismuh) held a public discussion on the Indonesian Doctor/Dentist Internship Program (Program Internship Dokter/Dokter Gigi Indonesia, PIDI/PIDGI) on Sunday, 25 October 2026. The event was conducted online via Zoom Meeting and livestreamed on YouTube. It attracted more than 250 participants, including medical interns from various universities and internship placement sites across Indonesia.

The discussion provided a platform for dialogue on the practical challenges encountered in the implementation of the internship program, ranging from program governance and participants’ field experiences to the protection of medical professionals. Through this initiative, the organizers sought to ensure that participants’ concerns could be examined collaboratively by relevant stakeholders, with the aim of developing constructive recommendations and practical solutions.

Promoting Solution-Oriented Dialogue

During the discussion, the Chair of IKA FK Unismuh, dr. Akbar Hasyim, Sp.An-TI, MARS, emphasized the importance of fostering an open and constructive dialogue. The challenges faced by medical interns, he noted, should be discussed with due consideration of applicable regulations and participants’ experiences throughout the program. Accordingly, the discussion should extend beyond the expression of concerns and focus on identifying solutions that can be implemented and followed up.

“The public discussion is expected to provide a constructive platform for dialogue and generate solutions to the challenges associated with this program. The internship program should serve as a transitional phase that supports the development of physicians’ competencies while ensuring that participants receive adequate supervision, guidance, and protection throughout their assignments. IKA FK Unismuh advocates systemic improvements to establish a better program,” stated the Chair of IKA FK Unismuh.

The Perspective of Medical Education Institutions

From the perspective of medical education institutions, the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FMHS) at Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar, Prof. Dr. dr. Suryani As’ad, M.Sc., Sp.GK(K), underscored the importance of ensuring that the internship program aligns with the objectives of medical education and the needs of healthcare delivery. Internship is not merely a transitional stage between medical education and professional practice; it is also an essential component in developing clinical competence, professionalism, and physicians’ sense of responsibility toward patients and society.

In this context, medical education institutions have a vested interest in ensuring that graduates have access to supportive clinical learning environments, adequate supervision, and opportunities to develop competencies in accordance with professional standards. Therefore, the evaluation of internship implementation should involve medical education institutions, the government, professional organizations, and healthcare facilities. Such collaboration is essential to identifying challenges encountered in practice and ensuring that appropriate follow-up measures are taken collectively.

The Government’s Policy Perspective

From the government’s perspective, Dr. Jeffri Ardiyanto, M.App.Sc., Director of Health Human Resources Utilization at the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Indonesia, discussed the importance of health workforce governance in the implementation of the internship program. Clear policies, interinstitutional coordination, strategic planning for participant distribution, and effective monitoring and evaluation were identified as essential components in ensuring that the program operates in accordance with its intended objectives.

In this regard, internship represents a transitional phase between medical education and professional practice.

“The internship program is a transitional phase from education to professional practice. Improvements in governance are necessary to ensure that physicians and dentists possess the required competencies and integrity and are prepared to practise safely, independently, and responsibly,” he stated.

The Perspective of the Professional Organization

The Chair of the Indonesian Medical Association (Ikatan Dokter Indonesia, IDI) in Makassar City, dr. Muhammad Ihsan Kitta, M.Kes., Sp.OT(K), subsequently highlighted the role of professional organizations in upholding professional standards while advocating for the concerns of medical interns.

According to him, support for the internship program must be accompanied by effective clinical supervision, reasonable workloads, and adequate remuneration. These three elements are essential to supporting the learning process and safeguarding patient safety.

“IDI supports the internship program on three conditions: effective supervision, reasonable workloads, and adequate remuneration.”

Furthermore, dr. Ihsan emphasized that medical interns are subject to ethical, professional disciplinary, and legal accountability. Within this framework, IDI plays a role in ethical guidance, professional development, and the representation and defense of its members within the scope of its authority.

“Medical interns are subject to three areas of accountability: ethics, professional discipline, and law. IDI continues to serve as a platform for ethical guidance, professional development, and the defense of its members. IDI is not merely concerned with administrative matters; it is a common professional home for all colleagues.”

The Perspective of Program Implementation

Complementing the perspectives of the government and professional organizations, dr. Izdihar Firdaus (dr. Ussi), representing the PIDI/PIDGI Association, provided insights into the operational aspects of the internship program.

Consistency in policy implementation, the quality of clinical supervision, coordination with healthcare facilities, and systematic evaluation of participants’ experiences were identified as important factors in ensuring that the internship program achieves its intended objectives.

This perspective reinforces the view that program improvement requires the active involvement of multiple stakeholders. Sound policies must be supported by consistent implementation at the operational level, effective evaluation mechanisms, and continuous communication among participants, medical education institutions, healthcare facilities, professional organizations, and the government.

Building Joint Recommendations Across Stakeholders

Through this public discussion, IKA FK Unismuh expressed its hope that the perspectives shared would serve as a basis for evaluating and improving the implementation of the Indonesian Doctor/Dentist Internship Program. Concerns raised by medical interns should be addressed through sustained communication and coordination, while maintaining a balance between educational objectives, participant protection, medical professionalism, and patient safety.

The discussion also underscored that internship-related challenges are not confined to graduates of a single institution. Rather, they constitute a shared concern affecting young physicians and medical education institutions throughout Indonesia. Consequently, cross-sectoral collaboration among stakeholders is essential to establishing an internship program that is more effective, safe, and accountable.

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IKA FK Unismuh Gelar Diskusi Publik Internship Dokter, Dorong Penguatan Tata Kelola dan Perlindungan Peserta

MAKASSAR — Ikatan Alumni Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar (IKA FK Unismuh) menyelenggarakan diskusi publik mengenai Program Internship Dokter/Dokter Gigi Indonesia (PIDI/PIDGI) pada Minggu, 25 Oktober 2026, secara daring melalui Zoom Meeting dan disiarkan melalui YouTube. Kegiatan ini diikuti lebih dari 250 peserta, termasuk dokter internsip dari berbagai perguruan tinggi dan wahana penempatan di sejumlah wilayah Indonesia.

Diskusi ini menjadi ruang dialog untuk membahas tantangan nyata dalam pelaksanaan internship, mulai dari tata kelola program, pengalaman peserta di lapangan, hingga perlindungan profesi dokter. Melalui pertemuan ini, penyelenggara berharap aspirasi peserta dapat ditelaah bersama para pemangku kepentingan untuk menghasilkan rekomendasi dan solusi yang konstruktif.

Mendorong dialog yang berorientasi pada solusi

Dalam diskusi tersebut, Ketua IKA FK Unismuh, dr. Akbar Hasyim, Sp.An-Ti,.MARS., menyampaikan pentingnya ruang dialog yang terbuka dan konstruktif menjadi salah satu perhatian utama. Persoalan yang dihadapi dokter internsip perlu dibahas dengan mempertimbangkan regulasi yang berlaku serta pengalaman peserta selama menjalani program. Dengan demikian, diskusi tidak berhenti pada penyampaian aspirasi, tetapi juga diarahkan pada upaya mencari jalan keluar yang dapat ditindaklanjuti.

“Adanya diskusi publik ini diharapkan dapat menjadi ruang dialog yang konstruktif dan memberikan solusi atas tantangan dari program ini. Program internship diharapkan mampu menjadi proses transisi yang mendukung pengembangan kompetensi dokter, sekaligus memastikan peserta memperoleh pendampingan dan perlindungan yang memadai selama menjalankan tugas. IKA FK Unismuh mendorong adanya perubahan sistem yang lebih baik”. Ujar Ketua IKA FK Unismuh

Perspektif Institusi Pendidikan Kedokteran

Dari perspektif institusi pendidikan, Dekan Fakultas Kedokteran dan Ilmu Kesehatan (FKIK) Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar, Prof. Dr. dr. Suryani As’ad, M.Sc., Sp.GK(K), menegaskan pentingnya penyelenggaraan program internship yang selaras dengan tujuan pendidikan kedokteran dan kebutuhan pelayanan kesehatan. Internship tidak hanya menjadi tahap transisi dari pendidikan menuju praktik profesional, tetapi juga bagian penting dalam pembentukan kompetensi, profesionalisme, dan tanggung jawab dokter terhadap pasien dan masyarakat.

Dalam konteks tersebut, institusi pendidikan kedokteran memiliki kepentingan untuk memastikan bahwa lulusan memperoleh lingkungan pembelajaran klinis yang mendukung, supervisi yang memadai, serta kesempatan mengembangkan kompetensi sesuai standar profesi. Karena itu, evaluasi penyelenggaraan internship perlu melibatkan institusi pendidikan, pemerintah, organisasi profesi, dan wahana pelayanan kesehatan agar berbagai tantangan di lapangan dapat diidentifikasi dan ditindaklanjuti secara bersama.

Perspektif kebijakan pemerintah

Dari sisi pemerintah, Direktur Pendayagunaan Sumber Daya Manusia Kesehatan Kementerian Kesehatan RI, Dr. Jeffri Ardiyanto, M.App.Sc., membahas pentingnya tata kelola sumber daya manusia kesehatan dalam penyelenggaraan program internship. Kejelasan kebijakan, koordinasi antarpihak, perencanaan distribusi peserta, serta pengawasan dan evaluasi menjadi aspek yang perlu diperhatikan agar program berjalan sesuai tujuan.

Dalam konteks tersebut, internship merupakan fase transisi dari pendidikan kedokteran menuju praktik profesional. “Program internship merupakan fase transisi dari pendidikan menuju praktik profesional. Perbaikan tata kelola diperlukan agar dokter dan dokter gigi memiliki kompetensi dan integritas, serta siap menjalankan praktik secara aman, mandiri, dan bertanggung jawab.” Ungkapnya.

Perspektif organisasi profesi

Selanjutnya, Ketua Ikatan Dokter Indonesia (IDI) Kota Makassar, dr. Muhammad Ihsan Kitta, M.Kes., Sp.OT(K), menyoroti peran organisasi profesi dalam menjaga profesionalisme sekaligus mengawal aspirasi dokter internsip.

Menurutnya, dukungan terhadap program internship perlu disertai supervisi yang nyata, beban kerja yang manusiawi, dan remunerasi yang layak. Ketiga aspek tersebut penting untuk mendukung proses pembelajaran dan menjaga keselamatan pasien.

“IDI mendukung program internship dengan tiga syarat: supervisi yang nyata, beban kerja yang manusiawi, dan remunerasi yang layak.”

Selain itu, dr. Ihsan menekankan bahwa dokter internsip memiliki tanggung jawab dalam ranah etik, disiplin, dan hukum. Dalam hal ini, IDI memiliki peran dalam pembinaan etik, pengembangan profesi, serta pembelaan anggota sesuai kewenangannya.

“Dokter internsip tunduk pada tiga ranah pertanggungjawaban, yaitu etik, disiplin, dan hukum. IDI tetap menjadi wadah pembinaan etik, pengembangan profesi, dan pembelaan anggota. IDI bukan sekadar urusan administrasi, tetapi rumah bersama bagi seluruh sejawat.”

Perspektif pelaksanaan program

Melengkapi perspektif pemerintah dan organisasi profesi, perwakilan Asosiasi PIDI/PIDGI, dr. Izdihar Firdaus (dr. Ussi), memberikan perspektif dari sisi penyelenggaraan program. Konsistensi penerapan kebijakan, kualitas supervisi, koordinasi dengan wahana pelayanan kesehatan, serta evaluasi atas pengalaman peserta menjadi aspek penting untuk memastikan pelaksanaan internship berjalan sesuai tujuan.

Perspektif tersebut menegaskan bahwa perbaikan program memerlukan keterlibatan berbagai pihak. Kebijakan yang baik perlu didukung implementasi yang konsisten di lapangan, mekanisme evaluasi yang berjalan, serta komunikasi antara peserta, institusi pendidikan, wahana pelayanan, organisasi profesi, dan pemerintah.

Seluruh elemen membangun rekomendasi bersama

Melalui diskusi publik ini, IKA FK Unismuh berharap berbagai pandangan yang disampaikan dapat menjadi bahan evaluasi dan mendorong perbaikan penyelenggaraan Program Internship Dokter/Dokter Gigi Indonesia. Aspirasi dokter internsip perlu ditindaklanjuti melalui komunikasi dan koordinasi yang berkelanjutan, dengan tetap memperhatikan tujuan pembelajaran, perlindungan peserta, profesionalisme dokter, serta keselamatan pasien.

Diskusi ini juga menegaskan bahwa isu internship bukan hanya menjadi perhatian lulusan satu institusi, melainkan persoalan bersama yang relevan bagi dokter muda dan institusi pendidikan kedokteran di seluruh Indonesia. Karena itu, kolaborasi lintas pemangku kepentingan menjadi kunci untuk menghadirkan program internship yang lebih baik, aman, dan akuntabel.

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