Dean of the UMI Faculty of Medicine Serves as a Speaker at a National Webinar on Maternal Emergencies Organized by the Pinrang Regency Branch of the Indonesian Midwives Association (IBI)

The Dean of the UMI Faculty of Medicine served as a speaker at a national webinar titled “Maternal Emergencies,” organized by the Pinrang Regency Chapter of the Indonesian Midwives Association (IBI) in celebration of IBI’s 75th anniversary on October 23, 2026.

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Pinrang – The Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at the Indonesian Muslim University (FK UMI), Dr. dr. H. Nasrudin Andi Mappaware, Sp.OG(K), Subsp. Obginsos, MARS, M.Sc., FISQua, AIFO-K, served as a guest speaker at a National Webinar (Hybrid) organized by the Indonesian Midwives Association (IBI) Pinrang Regency Branch on Friday, October 23, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. WITA.

This event was held to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Indonesian Midwives Association (IBI), with the topic “Maternal Emergencies.” This topic is a key aspect of efforts to enhance the knowledge and preparedness of healthcare workers in managing emergency conditions in pregnant women.

The participation of the Dean of the UMI Faculty of Medicine as a speaker represents the contribution of academics and medical professionals in supporting the development of healthcare workers’ competencies—particularly midwives—in maternal healthcare services.

Through this webinar, participants are expected to broaden their understanding of the importance of early recognition of danger signs, appropriate management, and coordination among healthcare workers in addressing maternal emergencies.

The participation of the Dean of the UMI Faculty of Medicine in this event, organized by the Pinrang Regency Branch of the Indonesian Midwives Association (IBI), also reflects the UMI Faculty of Medicine’s commitment to contributing to the advancement of medical science, enhancing the capacity of healthcare workers, and strengthening collaboration with professional organizations.

It is hoped that the momentum of the IBI’s 75th anniversary will further strengthen the role of midwives in providing professional and high-quality health services, particularly in ensuring maternal safety.