Although these figures have declined over the past decade, they still fall short of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targets.

Professor R. Detty Siti Nurdiati Z., MD, of the UGM Faculty of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing (FK-KMK UGM), explained that the leading causes of maternal mortality in Indonesia have shifted. 

While postpartum hemorrhage previously ranked first, followed by pregnancy-induced hypertension and infection, these have now transitioned to non-obstetric complications as the top cause, followed by hypertension and hemorrhage. 

“Non-obstetric complications refer to a range of diseases related to metabolic disorders, including heart disease, obesity, and diabetes mellitus,” said Professor Nurdiati in her professorial inauguration speech at the UGM Senate Hall on Thursday (Apr. 10).

Professor Nurdiati says this shift in maternal mortality patterns must be further explored to address existing challenges and improve maternal and infant health. 

To ensure comprehensive care, identifying risk factors must begin as early as the preconception phase and continue through pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. 

Strategies should adopt the assumption that “every pregnancy is at risk,” meaning no pregnancy is entirely free from the potential for complications. 

“Efforts should not only focus on current pregnancies but also on improving outcomes for future ones,” she stated.

Her research, which applies epidemiological approaches to analyze patterns, causes, and impacts of public health problems, reveals that delayed diagnosis is a common issue in the field.

Early screening and detection of fetal abnormalities are crucial. With timely awareness of their condition, expectant mothers can make more informed and safer decisions regarding continuing or terminating a pregnancy. 

“The earlier the gestational age, the lower the risk of complications from termination, both physically, reproductively, and psychologically,” she explained.

She presented two case studies highlighting the importance of fetomaternal medicine (KFm) in providing continuous and comprehensive care before, during, and after pregnancy.

Subspecialists in KFm manage high-risk pregnancies due to obstetric or medical complications, perform prenatal screenings and diagnostics, treat fetal abnormalities, conduct invasive and non-invasive fetal procedures, manage high-risk deliveries, address genetic issues in pregnancy, and assess impacts on both mother and fetus.

Fetomaternal medicine also enables evidence synthesis, or secondary research, which compiles relevant primary studies to address knowledge gaps or conflicting expert opinions. 

This process is critical to identify the best and most recent scientific evidence for clinical decision-making and policy formulation.

Professor Nurdiati emphasized the importance of strengthening primary healthcare facilities, such as community health centers, in identifying high-risk pregnancies. 

These centers can provide antenatal care, assist with uncomplicated deliveries, and refer high-risk cases to hospitals. 

This approach aligns with the transition from community-based to personalized healthcare services. 

Unlike community medicine, which applies uniform strategies for maternal health improvement, personal medicine tailors care to individual conditions, including genetics, environment, lifestyle, and risk factors.

In closing, Professor Nurdiati stressed that improving healthcare services is intended to reduce maternal and infant mortality and enhance the quality of life for both. 

A strong healthcare system and adequate resources are essential. 

She also emphasized the importance of understanding disease progression and research methodology and leveraging technological advances such as artificial intelligence to enhance maternal and infant health outcomes in Indonesia.

She called on all parties to work together to prioritize maternal and infant health as a vital national asset. 

According to her, the role of fetomaternal subspecialists would be ineffective without a robust healthcare system, interprofessional collaboration, both within and beyond the health sector, and public awareness of the importance of comprehensive healthcare. 

“This initiative is expected to improve the quality of maternal and infant health services for a brighter future in Indonesia,” she concluded.

The Rector of Universitas Gadjah Mada, Professor Ova Emilia, stated that Professor Nurdiati is one of 528 active professors at UGM and one of 75 active professors out of 102 ever appointed at FK-KMK UGM.

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To date, no specific treatment exists for the clinical management of dengue infection, making prevention efforts a key strategy, especially as infection rates remain high among children and young adults.

“Dengue infection presents a significant public health challenge, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. Although mortality rates have declined, the high incidence and absolute death count remain alarming,” said Professor Eggi Arguni, MD, from the UGM Faculty of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing (FK-KMK UGM) during her professorial inauguration on Thursday (Apr. 10). 

She was inaugurated as a professor of pediatric medicine.

In her inaugural address, “Dengue Infection in Children: The Need for Innovative Solutions to Address the Global Burden,” Professor Arguni highlighted that one of the ongoing challenges in diagnosing and treating dengue is the lack of curative options, with current management still limited to supportive or symptomatic care. 

Children with dengue infection without warning signs may be treated as outpatients, provided parents receive adequate education. 

Meanwhile, the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) should be avoided due to the risk of bleeding. 

“As no specific antiviral medication is available, fluid therapy remains the main treatment option for dengue,” she explained.

Professor Arguni outlined several innovative solutions for managing dengue infection. First, vector control methods that are innovative, sustainable, and evidence-based should be further supported. 

She cited the Wolbachia-infected Aedes aegypti mosquito technology, which has received support from local communities and governments, as a promising complementary method for dengue vector control, especially if large-scale implementation models can be developed.

Second, the development of sensitive and affordable diagnostic tools for early detection of dengue infection, along with a consistent supply of diagnostics, remains essential for clinical services, especially at the primary care level. 

“Clinical management guidelines should also be updated regularly, considering comorbidities and specific conditions,” she stated.

Third, progress in developing dengue vaccine candidates and efforts to incorporate them into the national immunization program would represent a significant milestone in dengue prevention among children in Indonesia.

Fourth, strengthening comprehensive and real-time dengue surveillance is crucial in identifying potential outbreaks early and enabling rapid responses.

Fifth, sustained community engagement in dengue prevention efforts is critical. Given Indonesia’s vast geography and ethnically diverse population, public participation is central to combating dengue.

Lastly, advancing knowledge in dengue pathogenesis will open doors to further molecular genetic research on the dengue virus and host genetics. 

“Further investigation of endothelial target molecules and chemical mediators involved in plasma leakage could offer new insights,” she concluded.

At the end of her speech, Professor Arguni emphasized that addressing dengue infection requires a multifaceted approach. She stated that comprehensive prevention and clinical management strategies need to be implemented in an integrated way. By working together in these efforts, we can significantly reduce the child mortality rate caused by dengue.

“Together, let us aim for zero dengue deaths and create a healthier future for the next generation,” she urged.

Dengue in Indonesia was first reported in Jakarta and Surabaya in 1968. 

Over 57 years, incidence rates have increased to 92.06 per 100,000 population, while the case fatality rate (CFR) reached 20% in the 1960s–1970s. The latest Indonesian Ministry of Health data showed a CFR of 0.61% in 2024.

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Professor Wijayanto has been appointed as a veterinary pharmacokinetics and therapy professor at FKH UGM. Her husband, Professor Agung Budiyanto, has also been appointed a professor at FKH UGM, specializing in ruminant veterinary reproductive biotechnology.

In her inaugural speech, Professor Wijayanto discussed “The Role of Veterinary Pharmacokinetics and Therapy in Global Health (One Health).” 

She explained that various global health issues have emerged over the past two decades, opening the eyes of many sectors to the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in resolving disease cases. 

Global Health, or One Health, is a concept that arose following the rise of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR).

According to the professor, antimicrobial resistance is caused by improper use of antimicrobials (especially antibiotics), the use of antibiotics as growth promoters in production animals and livestock, and the massive use of antibiotics for disease prevention and treatment of secondary infections.

“Veterinary medicine has heavily relied on antimicrobials to treat infections, but under the One Health concept, a comprehensive approach is required that integrates human, animal, and environmental health to address global health challenges,” she stated.

Professor Wijayanto emphasized that interdisciplinary collaboration makes the One Health approach the most relevant method for addressing shared health issues. 

This approach is particularly beneficial for managing zoonotic diseases, such as avian influenza, severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), and COVID-19, as well as other strategic diseases like rabies and anthrax.

She further explained that veterinary pharmacokinetics contributes to determining optimal drug dosages for animals, ensuring effective dosing and duration to eradicate microbes. 

The combination of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics in veterinary medicine helps prevent AMR by eliminating microbes and preventing the formation of resistant strains. 

“From a food safety perspective, veterinary pharmacokinetics provides data on drug elimination rates, half-life, withdrawal periods, and establishes maximum residue limits to ensure the safety of animal-derived products for human consumption,” she added.

In the food safety sector, the use of legal veterinary drugs is critical to ensuring the effectiveness and safety of animal products consumed by humans, such as meat, eggs, milk, and their derivatives, such as cheese, yogurt, margarine, and others.

Even the safe use of animal waste as fertilizer requires attention to antimicrobial residues, which can spread rapidly in the environment and contaminate forage, agricultural products, fruits, and vegetables humans will eventually consume. 

“A multi-sector and multi-disciplinary approach is needed because, as humans with high food consumption needs, it is impossible to avoid quality animal protein and a healthy environment for living,” she explained.

Meanwhile, Professor Budiyanto delivered a speech titled “The Application of Veterinary Reproductive Biotechnology and Genetic Mapping in Improving the Quality and Population of Cattle in Indonesia.” 

In his speech, Professor Budiyanto highlighted the fundamental issues hindering cattle population growth in Indonesia, including poor reproductive performance, suboptimal estrus quality, low pregnancy and birth rates, high reproductive disorders, and the limited application of reproductive technology.

Additionally, he mentioned that the uneven quality and quantity of human resources in the fields of livestock and animal health, inefficient and ineffective use of infrastructure, and macroeconomic factors contribute to the instability of livestock and animal health businesses and the suboptimal application of reproductive technology.

Based on statistical data from BPS, in 2023, beef and buffalo meat production showed a deficit of 286.2 thousand tons. 

In 2024, with an estimated beef production of 416.7 thousand tons plus around 16.2 thousand tons of buffalo meat, the total availability is expected to be 432.9 thousand tons, while national consumption is estimated to reach 724.2 thousand tons. 

“This deficit is anticipated to be addressed through the importation of feeder cattle and frozen meat and offal, as well as programs to increase the population of beef cattle and buffalo,” he said.

In developing and applying reproductive technology, methods such as artificial insemination (AI), estrus synchronization, embryo transfer, and genetic mapping are expected to contribute intensively to population growth and genetic improvement of livestock traits. 

“Reproductive performance supported by clear genetic quality and the identification of genetic markers for fertility traits in certain genes is crucial,” he explained.

He added that genetic research on cattle in Indonesia should be expanded to include various cattle breeds and species and combined comprehensively with other reproductive technologies to accelerate the availability of beef and milk nationally. 

“Genetic mapping aims to address the long-term effects of selection, which has so far focused primarily on milk and meat production and conformation without considering genetic factors,” he elaborated.

In her remarks, UGM Rector, Professor Ova Emilia, mentioned that Professor Agustina Dwi Wijayanto and her husband, Professor Agung Budiyanto, are among the 526 active professors at UGM. They are among the 21 active professors out of the 32 professors FKH UGM has had throughout its history.

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Unfortunately, the number of CSOs, which once exceeded 300,000 during the early reform era, has dropped drastically, with fewer than 8,000 units remaining. 

“One reason for this decline is the continuous decrease in funding support from international donor organizations,” explained Professor Amalinda Savirani during her inaugural speech as a professor of business and politics at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (Fisipol UGM), on Thursday (Feb. 27) at the Senate Hall, UGM Central Office.

Her speech, titled “Between Civic Making and Profit Making: Seeking Alternative Funding for Indonesian Civil Society in the Neoliberal Era,” also explained that as Indonesia has “graduated” to become a Middle-Income Country, it is no longer a priority target for international aid. 

Additionally, one characteristic of CSOs in Indonesia is their dependency on international donor funding, with a dependency rate reaching up to 85%. 

“As a result, it is difficult for CSOs and their programs to continue in the long term,” she remarked.

Professor Savirani further explained that Indonesia’s increasing integration into neoliberal economic practices has reduced the state’s role in addressing public issues and increased the private sector’s influence. 

“In the context of CSOs, neoliberalism manifests in the rise of managerialism due to control from donor institutions. Many CSO activists complain about being overwhelmed with financial reports and work plans,” she added.

She also explained that there are four sources of funding for CSOs in Indonesia: donor institutions, membership fees, unrestricted individual donations, incidental public fundraising, and state funding. 

She outlined four options CSOs can explore to secure funding and the risks associated with each option, aside from the now-declining international donor funding. 

Professor Savirani’s options include seeking government and business sector funding, creating self-sustaining funding through business units, and radicalizing volunteer-based movements.

Drawing from Karl Polanyi’s thoughts on embedded economic practices within social and political contexts, she reflected on the independence and sustainability of CSOs as economic actors. 

CSOs can establish business units to diversify funding and ensure sustainability while maintaining social movements. The social enterprise (SE) option aims to strengthen CSOs’ financial capacity while promoting sustainability. 

She cited cooperatives as an example of a social enterprise model that CSOs could adopt. 

“While promoting social movements is a key point to ensure that this option does not trap CSOs into becoming capitalist agents solely focused on profit-making,” she explained.

In her view, in the midst of the funding crisis currently faced by CSOs, establishing social enterprises as an alternative funding source is an effort to restore the cooperative spirit as a tool for movements. 

However, this option does carry risks, as it may be seen as insufficiently radical, viewed as a capitalist collaborator, or risk deviating from its social movement ideology. 

Therefore, a fundamental prerequisite is that profit-making must be an instrument for civic-making. 

Additionally, it is important to remain adaptable, as the current crisis facing CSOs may change the landscape of CSOs in Indonesia and globally, possibly leading to a process of decentering (decreasing centralization) and downsizing. 

“Here, the death of CSOs is not an option. The death of CSOs could mark the death of democracy,” she emphasized.

She also explained that the current strategic agenda for CSOs is to build networks and bridges between CSOs to ensure their survival. 

Seeking alternative funding for CSOs is also part of preserving democracy in Indonesia.

In her remarks, the Rector of UGM, Professor Ova Emilia, mentioned that Professor Savirani is one of the 526 active professors at UGM and one of the 22 active professors out of the 38 professors ever produced by Fisipol UGM.

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Around 90% of cases are among adults, with more men affected than women. 

However, one of the main challenges in combating TB lies in diagnosing TB infection and disease, especially in cases of co-infection with HIV.

“Tuberculosis and HIV are global health issues, particularly in Indonesia, where addressing them requires a multidisciplinary approach, involving clinical and public health perspectives, and must also consider humanitarian aspects,” said Professor Yanri Wijayanti Subronto, a medical specialist in tropical and infectious diseases at UGM’s Faculty of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing (FK-KMK UGM), during her inauguration as professor of tropical and infectious diseases on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025, at UGM’s Senate Hall.

In her inaugural speech titled ‘Tuberculosis and HIV: A Review of Clinical, Public Health, and Humanitarian Aspects,’ Professor Subronto explained that TB diagnostic methods have evolved, such as the GeneXpert M. tuberculosis/resistance to Rifampicin (MTB/RIF) or Xpert MTB/RIF Ultra Assay, which can detect the presence of TB bacteria and determine resistance to Rifampicin. 

“This test is recommended by WHO as the first-line diagnostic method, replacing sputum smear microscopy,” she noted.

She highlighted that one method to prevent TB in HIV patients is through tuberculosis preventive therapy (TPT), which involves giving a combination of one or two TB drugs to HIV patients who do not have active TB. 

TPT is administered for 3 to 6 months, depending on the type of TPT drug used, with a 3-month regimen for INH + Rifapentine or 6 months for INH alone. 

“TPT is expected to prevent the onset of TB in HIV patients, and its protective effect can last for 3-5 years,”  she explained.

Professor Subronto emphasized that TB and HIV remain significant issues in clinical medicine, public health, and healthcare systems, as well as in humanitarian terms, due to the stigma and marginalization of those affected. 

“It’s time for us to be more tolerant, less judgmental, and provide care with an open mind and heart,” she said.

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Cultural differences between the source and target languages always mark this process. 

Such differences place translators in a dilemma. 

One cultural aspect that translators must convey is linguistic politeness.

This was stated by Professor Sajarwa, a French Literature lecturer, during his inauguration speech at Universitas Gadjah Mada’s Senate Hall on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025.

Professor Sajarwa was inaugurated as a professor in translation linguistics at UGM’s Faculty of Cultural Sciences (FIB UGM) after delivering his speech titled ‘Transformation of Face Management in Translating Politeness from French to Indonesian.’

Professor Sajarwa began his speech by discussing linguistic politeness inherent in every language. 

Linguistic politeness refers to ways of behaving and speaking in a society that are considered social norms. 

It is also related to the concepts of rationality and face, which can be divided into positive and negative faces. 

“Linguistic politeness is a way to maintain and save face, as there are speech acts that threaten face,” he said.

He highlighted the differences in linguistic politeness between French and Indonesian. 

Professor Sajarwa gave an example of the pronoun ‘vous’ (meaning ‘you’) in French, which shows equality between the speaker and the addressee, though their interpersonal relationship might not be close. 

In contrast, in Indonesian, the pronoun ‘Anda’ (‘you’) implies a lack of equality between the speaker and the addressee. 

The use of ‘Anda’ creates social distance, making the relationship less egalitarian. 

“The use of the pronoun ‘Anda’ results in a change in politeness. In the source text, the speaker and addressee are on equal footing, whereas in the target text, there is social distance between them,” Professor Sajarwa explained.

In addition to linguistic politeness, Professor Sajarwa discussed face management, which refers to how individuals maintain, improve, or protect their self-image in front of others. 

Face can be interpreted as how others perceive us. Different cultures have their own norms and values regarding face management. 

Professor Sajarwa mentioned the differences between Western and Eastern cultures in this aspect. 

“Americans, with their individualistic culture, tend to use a positive face, whereas Japanese, Koreans, and Indonesians, with their collectivist cultures, tend to use a negative face,” Professor Sajarwa said.

He concluded his speech by expressing hope that studies on linguistic politeness and face management could be expanded. 

He believes there are still many topics within this field that can be explored, especially in relation to issues like gender and power. 

“This topic is still an uncharted field, wide open for future research,” Professor Sajarwa concluded.

In her speech, Professor Sulistiowati, Chairperson of UGM’s Academic Senate, mentioned that Professor Sajarwa is one of 525 active professors at the university. 

He is the 26th active professor at the faculty level out of the 52 professors FIB UGM has had.

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During the inauguration ceremony at UGM’s Senate Hall on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025, Professor Murtiningsih delivered a speech titled ‘Educating Humans alongside Machines: Philosophy of Education in the Era of Artificial Intelligence.’

Professor Murti, as she is affectionately called, explained that modern artificial intelligence uses computational models like neural networks that process input data to produce output. 

Although these systems can simulate human reasoning and decision-making, she emphasized that they do not actually “understand” or imply genuine belief in their outputs. 

Some experts argue against this, suggesting that if an entity behaves as if it has beliefs, it’s reasonable to treat it as having beliefs.

“Considering various perspectives on knowledge and value, especially about machines, I believe that in this era of artificial intelligence, we should neither fully delegate education to machines nor reject their involvement in the educational process,” she elaborated.

Professor Murti argued that incorporating machines into education offers more creative learning models, personalized learning experiences tailored to teachers’ and students’ needs, and more inclusive data-driven learning outcomes. 

“Inclusivity can begin by ending the capitalist education system that commodifies knowledge and turns students into mere consumers of digital content without empowering them as free learners,” said Professor Murti, who is also the wife of Indonesia’s Deputy Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs, Nezar Patria.

Professor Murti noted that the scope of educational philosophy in the AI era involves the goals of education, how the process should unfold, and the epistemic and ethical relationship between humans and non-human agents. 

“Thus, ‘educating humans alongside machines’ emphasizes two important points: first, the primary subject of education is humans, and second, non-human entities like machines can be involved in the educational process,” she conveyed.

UGM’s Rector, Professor Ova Emilia, noted that Professor Murti is one of UGM’s 525 active professors. Additionally, she is one of only four active professors from 10 that the Faculty of Philosophy has ever had.

Her two-hour inauguration ceremony was attended by 22 university representatives and several government officials, including the Indonesian Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs, Meutya Hafid; the Head of the Nusantara Capital Authority, Basuki Hadimuljono; Deputy Minister of Industry, Faisol Riza; and former Coordinating Minister for Political, Legal, and Security Affairs, Professor Mahfud MD. 

Other notable guests included writer Eka Kurniawan and musician Pramulo Radjadin Daeng Lau, also known as Lilo of Kla Project.

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However, research has shown that low-income households tend to consume large quantities of plant-based foods and starchy meals rather than high-value animal products.

This was conveyed by Professor Mujtahidah Anggriani Ummul Muzayyanah in her inaugural speech as professor of livestock product behavioral economics at the UGM Faculty of Animal Science on Tuesday (Feb. 18), held in the Senate Hall of the UGM Central Office.

In her speech, “Transformation of Livestock Product Consumption Behavior from the Perspective of Malnutrition Economics,” Professor Muzayyanah also explained that low-income households more frequently consume plant-based foods and starchy meals in large quantities than high-value animal products. 

“This is largely because households in this group must prioritize meeting basic food needs,” she explained.

According to her, the low level of milk consumption in Indonesia results in poor nutrition for toddlers and children, which will, in the long term, affect human resource quality. 

At the same time, low-income households find it difficult to access milk and other high-value animal products such as meat and dairy.

She concluded that low economic levels mainly cause the lack of animal protein consumption, and the high prices lead people to choose lower-quality animal protein sources. 

Egg consumption is the highest in poor rural areas.

In her view, consumers’ food choices are based on income, price, and preferences, which determine food demand. 

“Food intake and nutritional status related to economic development are driven by the interaction between prices and income, along with innovations in food production, distribution, and marketing,” she concluded.

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On one hand, healthcare professionals may focus more on the medical aspects of a child’s treatment. 

Conversely, some parents may not yet fully understand their crucial role in managing their child’s health. 

In fact, active parental involvement is a key aspect of the implementation of social pediatrics.

Professor Retno Sutomo, a lecturer in pediatric health, highlighted this during his inaugural speech as a professor at Universitas Gadjah Mada on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025.

Professor Sutomo was appointed to serve in the field of social pediatrics at UGM’s Faculty of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing (FK-KMK UGM) after delivering his speech titled ‘Strengthening the Role of Parents in Addressing Child Developmental and Behavioral Issues Through a Social Pediatrics Approach.’

He began his speech by explaining the history of pediatric medicine, which developed in the mid-20th century. 

Social pediatrics integrates social factors into child healthcare and provides a holistic perspective in addressing child developmental and behavioral problems. 

He stated that a child’s development and behavior are influenced by a broader social context. Social pediatrics goes beyond traditional clinical interventions by incorporating family dynamics, community resources, and relevant public policies.

Poor social conditions, such as poverty, parental stress, and limited access to early childhood education, can increase the risk of developmental and behavioral problems in children. 

An unfavorable environment in early childhood can have long-term impacts on a child’s cognitive, emotional, and social functioning. 

“This is where parents play a crucial role in early interventions for their children’s emotional and cognitive development,” he explained.

Parents can act as co-therapists in intervention programs. 

Several studies have shown that integrating speech therapy interventions into daily routines at home, such as during mealtime and playtime, significantly improves language development. 

Professor Sutomo mentioned that interventions conducted by both parents and clinicians have been proven to improve communication skills. 

Interventions led by parents are more effective. 

“Close collaboration between healthcare professionals and parents is necessary for a holistic and comprehensive approach to addressing child developmental and behavioral issues,” he stated.

In closing his speech, Professor Sutomo emphasized that beyond their role in the early detection and management of developmental problems, parents provide the first and smallest environment for their children. 

Parenting and instilling good values will serve as a foundation for children’s interaction and adaptation to the broader environment. 

“A child’s development and behavior are truly a reflection of what they experience throughout their life journey,” he concluded.

In her welcoming speech, UGM Rector Professor Ova Emilia noted that Professor Sutomo is one of 525 active professors at the university. 

Professor Sutomo becomes the 72nd active professor at the faculty level out of 102 professors ever appointed by FK-KMK UGM.

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It does not cause pain, and no adequate screening method is available.

According to a report by the WHO, breast cancer is the most common malignancy among women worldwide, accounting for 11.6% of cases. 

Dr. Sardjito General Hospital in Yogyakarta also noted that from 2008 to 2021, breast cancer was the most frequently diagnosed type of cancer among its cancer patients.

Professor Lina Choridah, a lecturer in Breast and Reproductive Imaging from the Faculty of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing at Universitas Gadjah Mada (FK-KMK UGM), stated that breast imaging in collaboration with AI will become a crucial part of patient-centered cancer management. 

According to her, AI-based mammogram analysis has surpassed traditional risk assessment models based on personal and family history. 

“A more personalized and risk-based screening approach, utilizing the latest technology, can enhance the detection and treatment of breast cancer,” said Professor Choridah during her professorial inauguration speech, which took place at UGM’s Senate Hall on Tuesday (Feb. 13).

During the ceremony, Professor Choridah delivered a speech titled “The Future of Radiology in Strengthening Breast Cancer Management Strategies.” 

She noted that other breast imaging modalities, such as Breast Computerized Tomography (BCT), have been developed in recent years. 

Early research on Electrical Impedance Tomography (EIT) has also been conducted in Indonesia. 

Although EIT has a lower imaging resolution than ultrasound, it can distinguish between solid and cystic lesions and is expected to be further developed as a breast imaging modality. 

“Both technologies are part of mammography examinations,” she explained.

According to Professor Choridah, mammography is the most commonly used screening method for detecting breast cancer. 

However, the success of population-based screening programs and the development of preoperative breast lesion localization methods have increased the use of mammography.

Another option currently being developed for detecting breast cancer is the use of ultrasound devices supported by AI. 

In today’s digital era, artificial intelligence is being created to simplify human tasks, and the field of radiology is no exception. 

Professor Choridah emphasized that using AI in radiology is not an effort to replace radiologists.

Instead, AI serves as an auxiliary tool that will assist radiologists, allowing them to focus more on patients and even creating opportunities to further develop expertise in managing breast cancer detection.

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