The Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Study Program, Faculty of Medicine, Udayana University, Holds Community Service Activity at Manggis I Community Health Center, Karangasem

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The Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Study Program, Faculty of Medicine, Udayana University, Holds Community Service Activity at Manggis I Community Health Center, Karangasem

As part of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education (Tri Dharma Perguruan Tinggi), the Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Study Program, Faculty of Medicine, Udayana University, held a community service activity at Manggis I Community Health Center, Karangasem, on Saturday, November 15, 2025. This community service activity is part of an ongoing agenda to improve health literacy and expand access to quality medical services.

The event began with an official opening by Dr. Gede Wara Samsarga, Sp.B.P.R.E., Subsp. K.M.(K), FICS, as the committee chair, who delivered opening remarks. He emphasized the importance of continuity of specialist services in community service activities. The following remarks were delivered by Dr. dr. I Gusti Putu Hendra Sanjaya, Sp.B., Sp.B.P.R.E., Subsp. L.B.L.(K), the Study Program Coordinator, emphasized the institution's commitment to maintaining its presence in the community. The event was also attended and fully supported by the Head of the Manggis I Community Health Center, Dr. Ni Wayan Putu Suati.

The series of activities then continued with a health education session presented by PPDS (Specialist Doctor Program Participants) in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery. The education material focused on facial trauma and burns—two medical conditions that frequently occur in everyday life and require prompt and appropriate treatment. In their presentations, the education team emphasized the importance of initial examinations, how to recognize danger signs, and steps to prevent complications that can impact a patient's function and quality of life. Their communicative delivery style encouraged participants to enthusiastically ask questions and share their daily experiences.

In addition to the education, the community received wound care services from the PPDS team and Plastic Surgery Specialists in collaboration with the health workers at the Manggis I Community Health Center. This service received a very positive response from residents, who took the opportunity to consult about a variety of complaints, including acute wounds and chronic wound care. The interaction between medical personnel and the community was warm and educational, reflecting the strong spirit of collaboration between academic institutions, primary healthcare services, and the community.

The team also distributed food packages to the elderly in the Manggis I Community Health Center (Puskesmas Manggis I) as a form of care and support for the community. This is expected to help with daily needs and strengthen the relationship between medical personnel and the community.

Through this activity, the Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Study Program at the Faculty of Medicine, Udayana University, and Ngoerah Hospital once again demonstrated a real commitment to expanding the reach of healthcare services and supporting community empowerment. These community service efforts are expected to not only increase health knowledge but also strengthen the Balinese community's preparedness for medical conditions such as wound care.

With the continuation of these activities, it is hoped that the community will become more responsive and educated, especially regarding cases of facial trauma and burns.

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