The Center for Medical Bioethics and Humanities (CBMH FK-KMK UGM) held the Raboan Discussion Forum last Wednesday (12/7). The topic discussed in the forum was “Knowledge Level of Residents on Bioethical Principles.” The speaker for the forum was dr. Narumi Hayakawa while the moderator was Noviyanti Fahdilla, S.Tr.Keb, MPH.

Research conducted by Narumi shows that the level of knowledge of bioethics among the Indonesian population still needs to be improved. The study illustrates that most of the residents have a moderate level of knowledge of bioethics, indicating a challenge in dealing with ethical issues in medical practice. read more

Wednesday (21/6), the Center for Medical Bioethics and Humanities held the Raboan Discussion Forum. The topic that we raised was Patient Preference VS Family Preference in Palliative Care. The speaker for this discussion was Dr. Christantie Effendy, S.Kp., M.Kes. and moderated by dr. Galuh Dyah Fatmala.

The family in Indonesia is consists of extended family, so making decisions cannot be based on personal preferences. Elderly people in Indonesia are often not the important to have the opportunity to express their opinions, as they are perceived as lacking competence in decision-making. read more

On Wednesday (7/6), the Center for Medical Bioethics and Humanities held the Raboan Discussion Forum. The topic discussed was the Ethical Aspects in RUU. The speaker for this discussion was Dr. dr. Carolina K, SpB., SH., MH and it was moderated by dr. Gregorius Yoga Panji Asmara, S.H., M.H., CLA.

The medical/dental profession has ethical, disciplinary, and legal responsibilities. Bioethical principles, such as beneficence, non-maleficence, autonomy, and justice. Violations of discipline or the law undoubtedly contravene the code of ethics. The Omnibus Law (OBL) was made with good intentions, aims to overcome the hyper-regulation. Ethics in the RUUK OBL explains professional organizations, legal protection, Health Workers of Foreign Nationals (TKWNA), and health funding. read more

On Wednesday (24/5), the Center for Medical Bioethics and Humanities held the Raboan Discussion Forum. The topic discussed was the Moral and Legal Guidelines for Genetic Editing. The speaker for this discussion was Prof Benjamin Gregg (expert in epigenetics) and it was moderated by dr Wika Hartanti, MIH .

Epigenetics is the study of how a person’s behaviour and environment can change the genes in their body. A genome is all of an organism’s genetic information. The germline consists of the cells that form the egg, sperm, and the fertilized egg. They pass on their genetic material to the offspring. read more

Center for Bioethics and Medical Humanities (CBMH FK-KMK UGM) held Raboan Discussion Forum last Wednesday (17/5). The discussed topic on the forum was “Autonomy VS Paternalism”. CBMH FK-KMK UGM, as the organizer, invited Prof. Hans Van Rostenberge from University Sains Malaysia as the speaker. Meanwhile dr. Nur Azid Mahardinata moderated the online discussion forum.

There are four pillars of medical ethics: Autonomy, Beneficence, Non-Maleficience, and Justice. In the discussion, we focus on the first pillar, Autonomy. Medical paternalism, which involves making decisions for patients without their consent, was contrasted with non-paternalism in medicine. For example, a patient refusing a life-saving surgery raises questions about the Autonomy of parents in pediatric cases. Especially when dealing with severe conditions like newborns with severe jaundice and brain issues. read more

Wednesday (05/4), the Center for Medical Bioethics and Humanities again held the Raboan Discussion Forum. The topics discussed at this event were Unplanned Complication and How to Deal with It. The speaker on this topic was Dr. dr. H. Sophan Yahya Warnasouda, Sp.OT and Traumatology, Master of Health Law, a bioethicist from the Indonesian Bioethics Forum. Meanwhile, the moderator is dr. Tiea Khatija.

In medicine, ethics has an important role in life. So that its application covers all areas of life, including in health services. Doctors have the obligation to follow the regulations stipulated in KODEKI Year 2012 Article 1 and Law of the Republic of Indonesia Number 29 Year 2004 concerning Medical Practice.  read more

Wednesday (05/4), the Center for Medical Bioethics and Humanities held the Raboan Discussion Forum again. The topic discussed at this event was Business Ethics. The speaker on this topic is Dr. Peter Johannes Manoppo, a Bioethicist from the Indonesian Bioethics Forum. Meanwhile, the moderator was Nathan Agwin Khenda.

The business makes one’s living because it can make money, products, and services. However, the increase in population is inversely proportional to the amount of human and natural resources; this can cause ethical problems. The thing to note is that when we study science, we will find gold fields, while when we look at ethics, we will find minefields. read more

On Wednesday (29/03),  Center for Medical Bioethics and Humanities held the Raboan Discussion Forum again. This time, the topic raised was Ethical Aspects When Seeking Treatment In A Neighboring Country. The speaker of the discussion was dr. Effiana with the moderator dr. Tiea Khatija.

Every year the number of Indonesian people seeking treatment in neighboring countries such as Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand increases. In this discussion, the object of discussion is the city of Pontianak which is near Kuching city in Malaysia. read more

Wednesday (1/03), the Center for Medical Bioethics and Humanities held the Raboan Discussion Forum. This time, the topic that we raised was Climate Change and Rural Health Care. The speaker for this discussion was dr. I Nyoman Sutarsa, Ph.D and moderated by dr. Tiea Khatija.

Climate change is anthropogenic emission, such as coal burning activities. So that it will increase in rainfall which causes flooding, prolonged drought can cause food insecurities. If food insecurities have occurred, those who feel the biggest impact are the vulnerable people. Climate change can also cause extreme weathers such as storms, hailstorms, heat waves, and bush fires. read more

Wednesday (22/02) Center for Bioethics and Medical Humanities (CBMH FK-KMK UGM) just held Raboan Discussion Forum. The weekly online forum invited Gita Nasution, Ph.D from Australia National University. She presented her research titled Gendered Care and Ethics in Social Research. The discussion was lead by Erlin Erlina, Ph.D from FK-KMK UGM.

Gita presented her ethnographic study that explores the emergence and dynamics of the baby sitter profession in Indonesia, with a focus on the social and economic factors driving its growth and the aspirations of both employers and workers. The study highlights the gendered nature of care work, with women primarily taking on the role of careers in both domestic and public settings. read more