Specialist Doctor Education Program (PPDS)

I. General

1. Application letter on stamped paper worth Rp. 10,000.
2. Identity card (KTP).
3. Color passport photo sized 4x6 cm.
4. Maximum age limit is 35 years, except for the following programs: Forensic Medicine and Medicolegal, Clinical Pathology, Anatomical Pathology, Pulmonology and Respiratory Medicine, and Primary Care Family Medicine (KKLP), where the maximum age limit is 40 years as of the selection date (Sunday, January 13, 2025).
5. A declaration letter confirming whether or not the applicant has previously participated in the selection for the Specialist Medical Education Program (PPDS) or Master of Clinical Medicine, signed on stamped paper worth Rp. 10,000 (format available on the website).
6. Curriculum Vitae/Resume using BKN format of the year 2002.
7. Police Clearance Certificate (SKCK).
8. Scanned copies of the original diploma and transcripts from Medical Education (S.Ked) and Medical Profession (dr.) programs.

9. GPA requirements, accreditation, maximum attempts for PPDS selection, age limits, and TOEFL scores are detailed in the following table:

   No.	Program	Combined GPA (S.Ked and Profession)	Accreditation	Max Selection Attempts	Age (Years)	TOEFL
   1	Child Health	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	2	<35	≥ 500
   2	Surgery	> 2.75	PTS	2	<35	≥ 500
   		> 2.50	PTN
   3	Obstetrics and Gynecology	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	3	<35	≥ 450
   21	Primary Care Family Medicine	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	3 (three) times	<40	≥ 450
   22	Clinical Pathology	≥ 3.00 ≥ 2.75	B A	3 (three) times	<35 (Regular) <40 (Government Employee/Scholarship Awardee)	≥ 500
   23	Forensic Medicine and Medicolegal Studies	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	Unlimited	<40	≥ 500
   24	Cardiology and Vascular Medicine	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	2 (two) times	<35	≥ 500
   25	Orthopedics and Traumatology	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	2 (two) times	<35	≥ 450
   26	Radiology	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	2 (two) times	<35	≥ 450
   27	Clinical Nutrition	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	2 (two) times	<35	≥ 500
   28	Dermatology, Venereology, and Aesthetics	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	Unlimited	<35	≥ 500

10. Declaration stating that the applicant has not exceeded the maximum number of attempts for PPDS selection (format available on the website).
11. Upload certificates of academic activities, research, community service, and achievements via the document upload menu.
12. Medical examination at Prof. Dr. Chairuddin Panusunan Lubis USU Hospital or a government hospital (minimum type C), conducted within the last 3 months, covering:
    1. Physical examination (height, weight, body mass index, blood pressure), and lab tests (urine and complete blood count).
    2. Liver function tests (SGOT, SGPT, Bilirubin).
    3. Kidney function tests (Urea, Creatinine).
    4. Fasting blood sugar and 2-hour postprandial tests.
    5. Lipid profile (HDL, LDL, Triglycerides, Total Cholesterol).
    6. Hepatitis tests (HBsAg and Anti-HCV) and HIV reactive tests.
    7. ECG.
    8. Chest X-ray (read and reported).
    9. Eye examination (color blindness, visual acuity for both eyes) by an ophthalmologist.
    10. Ear, nose, and throat examination conducted by an ENT specialist.
    11. Screening for drugs and addictive substances (6-panel test: THC, Methamphetamine, Amphetamine, Morphine, Benzodiazepine, Cocaine).
13. Not suffering from contagious diseases that could endanger others.
14. Scanned copy of an official TOEFL certificate from USU Language Center, valid for up to 2 years before Sunday, January 13, 2025.
15. Do not accept GPA conversion.
16. Scanned copy of recommendation letter from the Indonesian Medical Association (IDI) and IDI membership card.
17. Scanned copy of Registration Certificate (STR) or proof of STR application from the Indonesian Medical Council (KKI).
18. Selection fees are borne by the participant.

II. Specific Requirements

1. For Civil Servant Doctors (PNS), Armed Forces (TNI), and Police (POLRI):
   1. Appointment Letter from Parent Institution:
      1. Letter of Appointment as Civil Servant Candidate (CPNS)
      2. Most Recent Rank Letter
   2. Permission Letter from Immediate Supervisor
2. For Post-Internship/Contract-Based Doctors:
   • Completion Letter of Internship/Contract Work/Obligatory Work for Graduates from the local Health Office Head.
3. For Doctors on Study Assignments, submit documents from the relevant Ministry.
4. Specific for PPDS candidates applying to the following programs:
   1. Obstetrics and Gynecology: Must attach a valid certificate of completion for theAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) training before Sunday, January 13, 2025.
   2. Surgery: Must attach a valid certificate of completion for theAdvanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) training before Sunday, January 13, 2025. Additional value will be given for those with a certificate inBasic Surgical Skills for General Practitioners (BSSGP).
   3. Ophthalmology: Must attach a certificate from the Department of Ophthalmology, FK USU, stating no functional or anatomical abnormalities in the eyes, good binocular vision, BCVA > 6/18, normal intraocular pressure, and good visual field.
   4. Cardiology and Vascular Medicine: Must attach valid certificates for theAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) training andElectrocardiogram (EKG) before Sunday, January 13, 2025.
   5. Pediatrics: Must provide a certificate of at least 1 year of work experience outside of internship. Additional points will be awarded for the following:
      1. Advanced Pediatric Resuscitation Course (APRC) certificate.
      2. Neonatal Resuscitation certificate.
      3. Vaccinology training certificate.
   6. Pulmonology and Respiratory Medicine: Must attach valid certificates forAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) andBasic Pulmonary Life Support (BPLS) before Sunday, January 13, 2025.
   7. Psychiatry: Additional points for candidates with certificates from psychiatric seminars.
   8. Forensic Medicine and Medicolegal Studies: May provide recommendation letters from at least two forensic and medicolegal specialists.
   9. Neurosurgery: Must attach a valid certificate forAdvanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) before Monday, January 13, 2025. Must also have a recommendation to return to their region and a certificate from an ophthalmology specialist indicating no eye abnormalities.
   10. Radiology: Not pregnant and must not become pregnant within the first year of education.
   11. Clinical Nutrition: Interview points will increase if the candidate's Body Mass Index (BMI) is within the normal range (18.5 – 25 kg/m²).
   12. Primary Care Family Medicine: Additional points for:
       1. Valid certificates forAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS),Electrocardiogram (EKG), and basic ultrasound training before Sunday, January 13, 2025.
       2. At least 1 year of work experience outside of internship.
       3. Letters of research assistant experience from faculty members.
       4. Certificates of family medicine training (local, national, or international).

III. Exam Selection

PPDS candidates who have passed administrative selection may proceed to the following stages:

1. Psychological testing by the Faculty of Psychology, USU.
2. Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) test by RS Prof. dr. Chairuddin Panusunan Lubis, USU.
3. Computer-Based Test (CBT) conducted at FK USU.
4. Written and oral exams/interviews at the respective specialty programs.
5. Psychological test, MMPI, and medical exam results must be sent to the respective specialty programs before the written and oral exams.
6. Any detected fraud during the selection process or submission of documents will lead to disqualification and cancellation of admission.

IV. Graduation Criteria

A PPDS candidate is declared passed if:

1. Medical examination certifies no health conditions hindering education, free from drugs, and no color blindness. Candidates must not have contagious diseases that endanger others.
2. Pass the selection exam as determined by the Rector’s Decree.

Students who pass are not allowed to withdraw within the first year. Withdrawals during this period will disqualify them from applying to other programs at FK USU for the following year.

V. Employment Status and Workplace of PPDS Candidates

Employment status and workplace must be stated in the application letter. Candidates can come from:

1. Ministry of Health, Republic of Indonesia.
2. Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology.
3. Ministry of Finance, Republic of Indonesia.
4. Armed Forces (TNI) or Police (POLRI).
5. Other government agencies.
6. Post-contract work/Internship/General Practice Training (DLP).
7. Private institutions.
8. Individual candidates.

I. General

1. Application letter on a Rp. 10,000,- stamped paper.
2. Identity Card (KTP).
3. Color photograph size 4x6 cm.
4. Maximum age limit is 35 years, except for the Study Program of Forensic Medicine and Medicolegal, Clinical Pathology, Anatomical Pathology, Pulmonology, and Primary Care Family Medicine (KKLP) with a maximum age limit of 40 years at the time of selection (Sunday, January 13, 2025).
5. A statement letter confirming whether the applicant has ever participated in the selection for the Specialist Medical Education Program and Clinical Medical Master’s Degree, signed on a Rp. 10,000,- stamped paper (according to the format on the website).
6. Curriculum Vitae/Work History in BKN 2002 format.
7. Police Clearance Certificate (SKCK).
8. Scan of the original Diploma and Transcript of Medical Education (S.Ked) and Medical Profession Education (dr.)

9. Requirements for GPA, Accreditation, Maximum Age to Participate in PPDS Selection, Age, and TOEFL are listed in the following table:

   NO	STUDY PROGRAM	COMBINED GPA OF S.KED AND PROFESSION	ACCREDITATION	MAXIMUM NUMBER OF ATTEMPTS TO TAKE PPDS SELECTION	AGE (YEARS)	TOEFL
   1	Pediatric Health Science	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	2 (two) attempts	<35	≥ 500
   2	Surgical Science	> 2.75	PTS	2 (two) attempts	<35	≥ 500
   		> 2.50	PTN
   3	Obstetrics and Gynecology	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	3 (three) attempts	<35	≥ 450
   4	Internal Medicine	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	3 (three) attempts	<35	≥ 450
   5	Anesthesiology and Intensive Care	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	2 (two) attempts	<35	≥ 475
   6	Dermatology, Venereology, and Aesthetic Medicine	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	Unlimited	<35	≥ 500
   7	ENT (Ear, Nose, Throat, and Head and Neck Surgery)	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	3 (three) attempts	<35	≥ 450
   8	Psychiatry	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	2 (two) attempts	<35	≥ 500
   9	Ophthalmology	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	3 (three) attempts	<35	≥ 450
   10	Pulmonology and Respiratory Medicine	≥ 2.50	LAM-PTKes (A)	3 (three) attempts	<35 (Regular) <40 (Civil Servants/TNI/POLRI/Scholarship Students)	≥ 450
   		≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes (B)
   		≥ 3.00	LAM-PTKes (C)
   11	Neurology	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	3 (three) attempts	<35	≥ 450
   12	Clinical Pathology	≥ 3.00, ≥ 2.75	B, A	3 (three) attempts	<35 (Regular), <40 (Civil Servants/TNI/POLRI/Scholarship Students)	≥ 500
   13	Anatomical Pathology	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	3 (three) attempts	<40	≥ 450
   14	Cardiology and Vascular Medicine	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	2 (two) attempts	<35	≥ 500
   15	Forensic Medicine and Medicolegal Studies	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	Unlimited	<40	≥ 500
   16	Neurosurgery	≥ 2.75	LAM-PTKes	2 (two) attempts	<35	≥ 500

II. Specific

1. For Civil Servant Doctors (PNS), TNI, and POLRI:
   1. Appointment Letter from the Parent Institution:
      1. CPNS Appointment Letter (Civil Servant Candidate)
      2. Latest Rank Appointment Letter
   2. Permission Letter from Direct Supervisor
2. For Doctors on Study Leave, submit documents from the relevant Ministry.
3. Specifically for applicants who will participate in the selection for the Obstetrics and Gynecology Program:
   1. For the Fetomaternal specialization, the maximum age is 50 years at the time of selection.
   2. For the Fertility and Reproductive Endocrinology specialization, the maximum age is 45 years, and they can only take the Sp-2 selection twice.
4. Specifically for applicants who will participate in the selection for the Internal Medicine Program:
   1. Attach a certificate of accreditation for the Internal Medicine program (Sp.1) and a reference letter from three names (peer group related, position/place of assignment, and free).
   2. Have worked at the sending institution for at least 1 year, proven by the assignment letter or as a clinical doctor or permanent educator doctor.
5. Specifically for applicants who will participate in the selection for the Pulmonology and Respiratory Medicine Program:
   1. Maximum of 2 attempts allowed for the selection.
   2. Submit an abstract of the research proposal to be presented during the interview exam (the format can be downloaded hereDownload File).
   3. Applicants over 45 years old can register if they are from certain areas with a recommendation letter from a Teaching Hospital/RSUD or Educational Institution.
6. Specifically for applicants applying for the Sp2 Surgery Program:
   1. The Sp2 Surgery program specializing in Digestive Surgery and Oncology does not require a collegium recommendation.
   2. For the Digestive Surgery specialization:
      • TOEFL score above 500.
      • Maximum age of 40 years, and for surgical specialist educators, the maximum age is 50 years on Sunday, January 13, 2025.
      • A recommendation from a surgical sub-specialist related to the specialization who was their instructor during their general surgery specialist education. Must submit scientific activities and scientific papers related to digestive surgery that they have attended and written. A recommendation from IKABDI at the place where the applicant works is required.
   3. For the Oncology Surgery specialization:
      • TOEFL score above 500.
      • For educators from surgical specialist training centers, they may be up to 50 years old or have a special consideration.
      • Attach a recommendation letter from the local PERABOI chairman stating the applicant's character, interest, and work experience in Oncology. If there is any ambiguity, the decision will be made by the PERABOI chairman and the Indonesian Collegium Chairman.

III. Examination Selection

Applicants for the Specialist Medical Education Program (Sp-2) who have passed the administrative selection according to the above requirements can proceed to the next selection stages:

1. Psychological test from the USU Psychology Faculty.
2. Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) test from RS. Prof. dr. Chairuddin Panusunan Lubis USU.
3. Computer Based Test (CBT) exam held at the USU Faculty of Medicine.
4. Written exam, oral/interview exam in person at each relevant Specialist Medical Education Program (Sp-2) Department.
5. The results of the psychological tests, MMPI, and health examination will be sent to each program department before the written and oral exams, to be considered for the applicant's passing.
6. If fraud is found at any stage of selection or after being declared successful in the selection process, the applicant will be disqualified, and their acceptance will be canceled.

IV. Graduation Criteria

An applicant for the Specialist Medical Education Program (Sp-2) will be declared graduated if:

1. The health examination states that the applicant does not have any general medical conditions/diseases that will hinder them from undergoing the education process, is drug-free, and is not color blind. The applicant must not have any infectious diseases that could endanger others.
2. The applicant passes the selection exam as determined by the Rector's Decision Letter.