[NERS NEWS] Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, (04/11) — The Student Outbound program of the Faculty of Nursing delegation from Universitas Airlangga at the University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City (UMP), Vietnam, entered its second day on Wednesday (04/11). The day’s activities featured a community-based visit and knowledge exchange through specialized presentations on nursing topics.
The activities began at 08:00–11:00 local time with a community visit to Phu Tho Hoa Ward Health Station, located in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The visit was accompanied by MSN. Phan Thi Thu Huong and MSN. Tran Duc Huy. Through this activity, the Universitas Airlangga delegation had the opportunity to gain firsthand insights into community-based healthcare services and learn about the delivery of healthcare at the community level in Vietnam.
Following the community visit, the Student Outbound program continued at 13:30 with a welcoming session for the delegation and program arrangements involving the leadership and lecturers of the Department of Nursing, School of Nursing and Medical Technology, UMP. The session was followed by two specialized presentations delivered by representatives of the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga.
The first presentation was delivered by Dr. Ika Nur Pratiwi, S.Kep., Ns., M.Kep., entitled “Current Perspectives on Diabetes Care in Indonesia: Nursing Management and Family Involvement.” The presentation highlighted current perspectives on diabetes care in Indonesia, with an emphasis on nursing management and family involvement. The discussion provided insights into the important roles of nurses and families in supporting diabetes management and ensuring continuity of patient care.
The second presentation was delivered by Rr. Dian Tristiana, S.Kep., Ns., M.Kep., entitled “From Stigma to Recovery: The Role of Family and Psychiatric Nurses in Supporting Adolescents with Mental Disorders – Lessons from Indonesia.” The presentation explored the roles of families and psychiatric nurses in supporting adolescents with mental disorders, particularly in addressing stigma and promoting recovery. This topic provided an opportunity to exchange insights on the importance of family-centered approaches and the role of nursing professionals in mental healthcare.
The second day’s activities concluded with a discussion session involving the leadership, lecturers, and students from both institutions. This session provided an opportunity for participants to exchange perspectives, broaden their knowledge, and develop a deeper understanding of nursing practices and educational developments in Indonesia and Vietnam.
Through these activities, the academic relationship between the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga, and the School of Nursing and Medical Technology, UMP, is expected to grow stronger. The exchange of experiences in community healthcare, mental health nursing, and diabetes care also serves as an important contribution to broadening perspectives and strengthening nursing competencies in an international setting.
Writer: Eva Khoirunnisa Adinta
Editor: Eva Khoirunnisa Adinta (Airlangga Nursing Journalist)
