The Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Sumatera Utara (FK USU), successfully won the Overall Champion title in the series of competitions held as part of the 74th Anniversary of FK USU. The title was announced at the peak of the Anniversary celebration on Sunday, September 20, 2026.
The achievement resulted from the participation and accomplishments of the Department of Internal Medicine in several competition categories held since July 2026. The competitions involved various members of the extended FK USU and Teaching Hospital community in sports and arts categories.
Several achievements were recorded by representatives of the Department of Internal Medicine. In football, the department's team won second place. Achievements were also recorded in badminton, both in the group, individual, and doubles categories.
In the badminton group category, the Department of Internal Medicine won first place. In the men's doubles category, the pair of dr. Suwandi and dr. Hendra, SpPD also won first place. Meanwhile, dr. Suwandi won third place in the men's singles category, while dr. Tasya Epifania and dr. Sryita Charina won third place in the women's doubles category.
Other achievements were recorded in table tennis. The Department of Internal Medicine placed its representative, dr. Sryta, as the second-place winner in the women's singles category. In the women's doubles category, dr. Tasya and dr. Sryta won second place, while the pair of dr. Sryta and dr. Dina placed third.
The contribution of the Department of Internal Medicine was also evident in the arts competition. In the main category of FK IDOL, dr. Burham, Sp.PD won first place. The department also won first place in the Band category through Internoid Band.
These achievements demonstrate the active involvement of members of the Department of Internal Medicine throughout the 74th Anniversary series. The accomplishments not only reflect individual and team abilities but also demonstrate the spirit of togetherness, cohesion, and sportsmanship in participating in various institutional activities.
The Overall Champion title serves as an appreciation for the participation and achievements of the Department of Internal Medicine throughout the series of competitions. This achievement also forms part of the spirit of the 74th Anniversary of FK USU in bringing together various departments and members of the academic community through positive and constructive activities.
Participation in sports activities is also related to SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being through strengthening an active lifestyle and awareness of the importance of health. Meanwhile, participation in competitions provides opportunities to develop teamwork, discipline, communication, and sportsmanship, supporting SDG 4: Quality Education.
The success of the Department of Internal Medicine in winning the Overall Champion title is expected to motivate all departments and members of the FK USU academic community to continue participating in various institutional activities, developing their potential, and strengthening relationships among members of the extended FK USU community.
This achievement adds to the vibrancy of the 74th Anniversary celebration of FK USU while reaffirming that the spirit of achievement can grow through various avenues, both academic and non-academic.