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Without Calibration, Medical Devices Can Become a Threat, Not a Solution

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(A presentation on medical device calibration by Anggie Maulana Subkhan, SKM, M.Bio.Et.)

(A presentation on medical device calibration by Anggie Maulana Subkhan, SKM, M.Bio.Et.)

Yogyakarta, January 15, 2025 – Raboan Research and Perspective Sharing returned with an engaging topic titled “Ethical Issues in Medical Device Calibration Services”. This event was attended by healthcare professionals, practitioners, and students interested in bioethics and medical device calibration.

The webinar featured Anggie Maulana Subkhan, SKM, M.Bio.Et, as the keynote speaker. Anggie, a calibration technician at the Yogyakarta Health Office and an alumnus of the Master of Bioethics program, brought valuable insights into the ethical challenges faced in the medical sector. He emphasized that medical device calibration is not just crucial for accreditation but also essential for patient safety, ensuring accurate measurement results.

Anggie also discussed ethical dilemmas in the calibration process, including the lack of trained personnel, unaccredited calibration institutions, and budget constraints often faced by healthcare facilities. With existing regulations, such as the Ministry of Health Regulation No. 54 of 2015 on medical device testing and calibration, it is vital for all stakeholders to understand the critical role of calibration in preventing serious health risks caused by device errors.

This discussion strongly aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being. Accurate and ethical medical device calibration ensures precise diagnoses, reduces medical errors, and enhances patient safety. Additionally, the webinar supports SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions, by highlighting the importance of fair regulations, institutional capacity building, and ethical accountability in healthcare services. The collaboration among institutions discussed during this session reflects collective efforts to sustain a global health system.

The Raboan session provided profound insights into the importance of ethics in medical device calibration and its contribution to the quality of healthcare services. The event also emphasized the need for collaboration between healthcare institutions, calibration agencies, and the community to ensure calibration processes are conducted effectively and in compliance with standards.

(Group photo session with Raboan participants)

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Reporter          : Alvira Rahmasari, S.H.G.

Editor              : Rafi Khairuna Wibisono, S.Kom.

CBMH UGM Finalizes Response to UNESCO’s Recommendation on Neurotechnology Ethics, Highlights the Need for International Oversight and Protection of Vulnerable Groups

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Yogyakarta, December 20, 2024 — The Center for Bioethics and Medical Humanities (CBMH UGM) successfully held a discussion to finalize its response to UNESCO’s Preliminary Report on the First Draft of The Recommendation on the Ethics of Neurotechnology. This activity aimed to provide written feedback and suggestions for the improvement of the draft recommendations on neurotechnology ethics, which will be submitted to UNESCO as a guiding document for neurotechnology ethics.

The event was attended by the UNESCO Chairs Bioethics UGM team, key stakeholders, policymakers, and expert practitioners in the application of neurotechnology in Indonesia. This collaboration supports Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 17, Partnership for the Goals, by fostering cooperation for sustainable development.

The feedback and recommendations provided cover two key documents: the Preliminary Report on the 1st Draft of the Recommendation on the Ethics of Neurotechnology and the First Draft of the Recommendation on the Ethics of Neurotechnology. The main points highlighted the need to expand the scope of the documents, followed by a call for more precise definitions, objectives, and the importance of respecting religious and local cultural values. This emphasis was driven by the recognition of differing values and standards between developing and developed countries.

The proposed policy also calls for the establishment of an international regulatory body responsible for overseeing the ethics of neurotechnology. Additionally, it recommends explicit protections for vulnerable groups, including individuals with critical illnesses and those in a brain-dead state. Support is also required for the use of technology in the field of neurology, including education and training for neurosurgeons.

During the development of neurotechnology, it is essential to prioritize aspects such as privacy, well-being, acceptance, and user-friendliness from the user’s perspective. In practice, neurotechnology should be designed to be easily implementable, with clear indicators for measuring success.

Furthermore, the importance of longitudinal studies was emphasized to better understand the long-term effects of implanted neurotechnology. Additional suggestions were also provided to support the refinement of UNESCO’s documents.

Reporter          : Ardhini Nugrahaeni, M.KM

Editor              : Alvira Rahmasari, S.H.G.