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As a follow-up to the collaboration between USU and McMaster University, Dr. Lita Cameron delivered a guest lecture on Global Family Medicine on July 23. The event was attended by young doctors, academics, practitioners, and representatives from the Medan City Health Department. During the lecture, Dr. Lita shared valuable insights into the practice of family...

McMaster University has established itself as a leader in Global Health, with a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation. The university's Global Health program is designed to address complex health challenges on a global scale by integrating public health, clinical practice, and research. Through partnerships with institutions worldwide, McMaster offers students and faculty the...

We had a valuable experience with both junior first-year residents and senior residents, who blended so seamlessly that we couldn't distinguish between the first-year residents and the Chief resident. The residency training was notably humanistic, emphasizing respect and empathy in every interaction. Similarly, the residents and supervisors at the hospital and clinics were highly professional,...

Dr. Cathy Risdon, as the Chair of the Department of Family Medicine at McMaster University, organized all activities according to USU's needs, ensuring a truly visitor-centered experience. We were introduced to many experts in their fields, including Sarah Kinzie (Chair of Medical Education), who discussed the curriculum, resident rotation, and assessment for residents. Gina Agrawal,...

Dr. Isti Ilmiati Fujiati and Dr. Yetty Machrina recently visited the Department of Family Medicine at McMaster University. The visit aimed to observe the curriculum and residency training processes at the university's hospitals and clinics, providing valuable insights into advanced practices in family medicine education and training. As the Primary Care Family Medicine Program is...