The Clinical Nutrition Study Program, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Sumatera Utara (FK USU), held a guest lecture entitled “Medical Nutrition Therapy in Gastrointestinal Disorders” on Monday, October 27, 2025, via Zoom Meeting.
The event featured Dr. dr. Diana Sunardi, M.Gizi, Sp.GK., Subsp.K.M., a Clinical Nutrition Specialist from the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Indonesia (FK UI), and Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital (RSCM), Jakarta.
The guest lecture was attended by lecturers from the Clinical Nutrition Study Program at FK USU, residents of the Clinical Nutrition Specialist Medical Education Program, and medical students undertaking the IPC clinical rotation. Through this activity, participants gained scientific insights and updated knowledge on the application of medical nutrition therapy in various gastrointestinal disorders, including the importance of evidence-based approaches in supporting comprehensive patient management.
This activity also contributes to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being, by enhancing healthcare professionals’ competencies in clinical nutrition to support quality healthcare services and improve patient outcomes. Furthermore, the activity aligns with SDG 4: Quality Education by promoting continuing education, knowledge exchange, and the development of academic competencies among lecturers, medical residents, and medical students. The use of a digital platform for the guest lecture also expands access to learning resources and expertise from other educational institutions and healthcare facilities.
Through this initiative, FK USU continues to demonstrate its commitment to improving the quality of medical education, strengthening healthcare professionals’ competencies, and supporting sustainable development through quality education and healthcare services.