Indonesia plans to introduce nine Advanced Clinical Training (ACT) programmes to improve healthcare access and strengthen the professional competencies of medical personnel. The initiative, developed by medical collegiums, was announced by Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin, who highlighted the importance of expanding the country’s healthcare workforce to serve its population of approximately 290 million people, as reported by ANTARA.
The minister noted that access to medical services remains a priority for healthcare systems worldwide. He emphasised that strengthening the skills of healthcare professionals is essential for improving patient safety and the quality of medical services. Sadikin also welcomed the Indonesian Health Council’s (KKI) initiative to expand advanced clinical education.
The Indonesian Ministry of Health is preparing a legal framework for the programmes, which will be available not only to specialist doctors but also to general practitioners, nurses, midwives and other healthcare workers. The initiative is expected to help address the shortage of medical professionals and improve access to healthcare services across the country.
KKI Chairperson, Arianti Anaya explained that the ACT initiative would operate similarly to fellowship programmes, allowing medical professionals to pursue specialised training and develop additional competencies. The programme will also be open to general practitioners and other non-specialist healthcare workers.
The initiative will address the need for standardised medical education in emerging fields and in response to technological advances, including the growing use of robotic systems in healthcare. It is expected to support continuous professional development and ensure that medical personnel can provide services in line with current healthcare needs.