Hiroshima, Japan – The leadership of the Faculty of Medicine at the Indonesian Muslim University (FK UMI) held a meeting with the leadership of the School of Medicine at Hiroshima University, Japan, on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Japan time. This meeting was part of FK UMI’s efforts to expand its international academic network and open opportunities for collaboration in the fields of medical education, research, and human resource development.
The meeting was attended by FK UMI leadership, along with the Dean of the School of Medicine at Hiroshima University, as well as several department heads and professors from the fields of Epidemiology, Cardiology, and Endocrinology. The meeting served as a forum to explore various forms of strategic cooperation that could be developed by both institutions.
One of the main agenda items discussed was the opportunity for UMI faculty members to pursue doctoral (Ph.D.) studies. This program is expected to support the enhancement of academic qualifications among faculty and academic staff, while also strengthening scientific and research capacity at the University of Muslim Indonesia.
In addition to the development of graduate education, the meeting addressed opportunities for joint research and scientific publications. This collaboration is expected to open opportunities for faculty members and researchers from both institutions to develop collaborative research, exchange knowledge, and produce scientific works that contribute to the advancement of medical science.
The next item on the agenda was exploring a clinical rotation program for students in the UMI Faculty of Medicine’s Professional Doctor Program at Hiroshima University. Through this opportunity, students are expected to gain international academic experience, broaden their clinical perspectives, and become familiar with the medical education environment in Japan.
The meeting also discussed clinical rotation opportunities for residents or students in specialist medical training programs, as well as students in the Master’s Program in Biomedical Sciences. This collaboration is expected to expand learning opportunities, facilitate the exchange of academic experiences, and foster competency development in line with each participant’s respective fields of study.
Discussions with academics from the fields of epidemiology, cardiology, and endocrinology also opened avenues to explore potential collaborations relevant to the needs of medical science development and health research. This opportunity is expected to serve as the foundation for targeted and sustainable academic collaboration.
Through this meeting, the UMI Faculty of Medicine continues to demonstrate its commitment to strengthening the institution’s internationalization by exploring partnerships with universities in Japan. The development of this collaboration with Hiroshima University is expected to support improvements in the quality of education, the strengthening of research, and the enhancement of the global competitiveness of UMI’s human resources.
These efforts align with the UMI Faculty of Medicine’s spirit of continuous progress, expanding international collaboration, and providing high-quality medical education that is oriented toward scientific advancements and the needs of society.