SDG 3: GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING – (ITD CHECK)

UPH has extended its commitment to health and well-being onto the global stage through strategic partnerships that empower its graduates to thrive in international contexts. One prominent collaboration is with OTTO Health Care in the Netherlands, formalized through the signing of a Letter of Intent (LoI) on March 10, 2023, at UPH’s Lippo Village campus. This partnership establishes an International Placement Program for UPH Faculty of Nursing (FoN) graduates, enabling them to work and upskill abroad while addressing the current shortage of nurses in the Dutch healthcare system.  

As part of their preparation, participating nurses have been undertaking intensive Dutch language training at the Erasmus Training Centre since October 2023. The initiative represents a circular migration scheme designed to create mutual benefits: UPH nurses gain invaluable international exposure and advanced clinical skills, while the Netherlands receives much-needed professional support. Upon completing their placements, these nurses are required to return to Indonesia, where they contribute to strengthening national healthcare capacities with global competencies.  

Leaders from both institutions, Dr. Stephanie Riady, Executive Director of Yayasan Pendidikan Pelita Harapan, and Mr. Frank van Gool, CEO of OTTO Health Care, highlighted the shared values of innovation and forward-thinking that underpin this collaboration. The program is further strengthened by the involvement of ETZ Hospital and HMC Hospital in the Netherlands, which ensures that UPH graduates are immersed in cutting-edge healthcare systems before returning to Indonesia as agents of positive change. 

At the national level, UPH, particularly through its Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, and Faculty of Nursing, has cultivated strong partnerships with both private and public health institutions across Indonesia. A flagship collaboration is with PT Siloam Hospitals International, Tbk, one of the largest healthcare networks in the country. Through this partnership, UPH not only enhances the training and education of its students but also supports nationwide initiatives such as sending doctors and healthcare professionals to underserved and remote areas. These programs bridge the gap in healthcare access while simultaneously offering UPH students and faculty opportunities to engage in real-world service and research. Beyond clinical deployment, UPH faculties also engage in joint research projects and community service programs, ranging from preventive health campaigns and mobile clinics to collaborative public health training with government agencies. These national engagements position UPH as a driver of health education innovation and a key contributor to Indonesia’s healthcare development.

Locally, UPH ensures that its impact is immediately felt by its surrounding communities. Collaborations with Siloam Hospital Kelapa Dua, Siloam Clinics, and nearby Puskesmas provide hands-on training sites for students and accessible healthcare services for staff and the public. Through these partnerships, UPH students gain direct exposure to patient care and health promotion activities, such as free medical check-ups, nutrition education, and preventive health campaigns. Furthermore, UPH works with Siloam Clinics to provide healthcare services to its own academic community, ensuring that both staff and students benefit from comprehensive health support. These initiatives underscore UPH’s holistic approach: integrating education, service, and community outreach to build a healthier society from the local level upward.