Accelerating Towards a World Class University: UNPRI Inaugurates Prof. Dato' Sri Dr. Abu Hassan Asaari Abdullah as Adjunct Professor

A Tangible Form of UNPRI's Commitment to Strengthening Global Academic Networks and Medical Research through International Expert Collaboratio

Medan – In line with its vision to become an international standard university, Universitas Prima Indonesia (UNPRI) is committed to developing an academic ecosystem that supports innovation and excellence. The improvement of quality in education, research, and community service is a top priority in facing increasingly complex global challenges. As a rapidly growing institution, UNPRI now oversees 59 study programs with 16 of them accredited as "Unggul" (Excellent), and is the first private university in Sumatra to have a Professional Psychology Program. Furthermore, UNPRI has proven its global presence by entering the QS World University Rankings, reinforcing the university's position toward becoming a World Class University.

An Adjunct Professor is an honorary title for someone from abroad who has expertise in education and research and is willing to share that knowledge to strengthen scientific excellence at UNPRI. This commitment to excellence is evidenced by the success of UNPRI's Bachelor of Medicine and Medical Professional Programs, which have achieved International Accreditation, making UNPRI the first university in Indonesia to reach this global standard for both programs. Next, UNPRI currently has 8 Medical Specialist Education Programs (PPDS)—the highest among private universities in Indonesia—consisting of Primary Care Family Medicine Specialist, Ophthalmology Specialist, Radiology Specialist, Cardiology and Vascular Medicine Specialist, Obstetrics and Gynecology Specialist (Obgyn), Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Specialist, Surgery Specialist, and 1 Doctoral Program in Medical Science. Through the Adjunct Professor scheme, UNPRI seeks to make a strategic leap in curriculum innovation and globally recognized research quality.

On Thursday (Feb 26, 2026), UNPRI officially awarded the title of Adjunct Professor to Prof. Dato' Sri Dr. Abu Hassan Asaari Abdullah, MBBS, FRCS (Edinburgh), FAMM, FAMS (Spore), FASEM in the field of Emergency and Trauma Medicine at the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry (FKKG) UNPRI. This inauguration was witnessed by the university's top leadership, including Founder Prof. Dr. dr. I Nyoman Ehrich Lister and Rector Prof. Dr. Chrismis Novalinda Ginting. Prof. Abu Hassan is a leading medical practitioner in Malaysia known as the "Father of Modern Malaysian Emergency Medicine." His outstanding contributions led to his appointment as a consultant to the Ministry of Health in several countries, including Indonesia and Sudan.

Rector Prof. Dr. Chrismis Novalinda Ginting stated that this inauguration is an important milestone in UNPRI's journey toward a World Class University. "This award is a statement of vision that UNPRI is a progressive and internationally-minded institution. We hope that through this collaboration, students and lecturers of FKKG UNPRI can learn directly from his experience to produce competent and high-quality graduates," she said. This commitment proves UNPRI's dedication to strengthening scientific excellence and expanding its global network to provide a real impact on society.

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Writer: Tim UNPRI

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