For the Prosthodontics Study Programme at FKG UGM, this assessment served as an opportunity to measure its readiness in facing major transformations in specialist dental education. The programme leadership emphasised that successful prosthodontic rehabilitation is not determined solely by aesthetically pleasing final results, but also by strong educational foundations, careful planning, and solid teamwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This message carries a broader meaning. Accreditation is not merely an administrative documentation process, but rather evidence that an educational system is capable of producing graduates who are competent, adaptive, and prepared to face increasingly complex clinical challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A sense of relief was also felt among faculty members and residents after all stages of the assessment were completed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\"After this process is complete, everyone can finally breathe more easily. Residents can return to focusing on their clinical cases, and lecturers can continue pursuing their academic targets,\" said the Head of the Prosthodontics Study Programme, Dr. drg. Sri Budi Barunawati, M.Kes., Sp.Pros., Subsp.PKIK(K).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Assessors: Prosthodontics Programme Has a Unique Strength<\/em> That Must Be Preserved<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the most notable findings during the assessment was the recognition from assessors regarding the distinctive characteristics of the Prosthodontics Study Programme at FKG UGM compared with similar programmes across Indonesia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to the assessors, the programme\u2019s main strength lies in its development of implantology, which has become a defining academic identity of the programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \"This excellence must truly become the main attraction or novelty of FKG UGM so that its graduates can take pride in having a strong and distinctive advantage,\" said the assessor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This statement was not made without reason. Amid increasingly competitive specialist dental education, differentiation has become a crucial factor. Many study programmes have relatively similar curricula, but not all are able to establish a distinctive strength that is recognised nationally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The assessor also reminded FKG UGM not to abandon its existing excellence in implantology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \"Do not let this strength disappear because the variety of patients provides valuable clinical experience and enriches the learning process for students,\" the assessor emphasised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Digital Dentistry<\/em><\/strong> as the Future Direction<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to implantology, another aspect that received significant appreciation was the development of the digital dentistry<\/strong> ecosystem and facilities established by FKG UGM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The assessment team considered the integration of digital technology into education and clinical services to provide significant added value in improving graduate quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \"We have seen extraordinary technology. With digital dentistry and the available facilities, the accuracy of prosthesis fabrication has become very high,\" the assessor explained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, this appreciation was accompanied by constructive recommendations. The assessors encouraged FKG UGM to further integrate existing digital equipment\u2014from intraoral scanners to digital design and manufacturing systems\u2014into the educational process. The goal is for students not only to become familiar with digital technologies but also to master their application as part of everyday clinical practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This recommendation is particularly important considering the rapid transformation of digital technology in dentistry. Institutions that fail to integrate technology into their curriculum risk falling behind in producing graduates who meet the needs of modern healthcare services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Collaboration with Hospitals and Stakeholders Continues to Strengthen<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Another aspect that received positive attention was the relationship between the Prosthodontics Study Programme and teaching hospitals, affiliated clinics, alumni, and external stakeholders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n During the discussion session, assessors noted that the synergy between the study programme, teaching hospitals, and healthcare service networks has shown significant improvement compared with previous years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The availability of diverse patient cases was also regarded as an important strength in specialist education. A wide range of clinical cases enables residents to gain broader and deeper clinical experience\u2014an aspect that often presents challenges for specialist education programmes in various institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Awaiting Results While Maintaining Momentum<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Although the closing session was filled with optimism, the assessment team reminded participants that the real work begins after the accreditation process ends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Documents, quality assurance systems, academic culture, and innovations that have been developed must not stop simply because the accreditation assessment has concluded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \"The existing documents and supporting evidence must continue to be maintained. They should not only be excellent during the accreditation process,\" the assessor advised at the end of the activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For FKG UGM, this message serves as a reminder that accreditation is not merely a routine \"ritual\", but an evaluation point in the long journey of developing excellent specialist education. With its strengths in implantology, continued advancement in digital dentistry, expanding clinical networks, and strong stakeholder support, the Prosthodontics Study Programme at FKG UGM is strategically positioned to maintain its reputation as one of Indonesia\u2019s leading centres for prosthodontics education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n (Reporter: Andri Wicaksono, Photographer: Fajar Budi Harsakti)<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Program Pendidikan Dokter Gigi Spesialis (PPDGS) Prostodonsia Fakultas Kedokteran Gigi Universitas Gadjah Mada (FKG UGM) menutup rangkaian asesmen lapangan akreditasi dengan optimisme tinggi. 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