Dr. Rika Sabri, M.Kep., Sp.Kep.Kom.

Biography
Dr. Rika Sabri is a distinguished academic with extensive expertise in community and aggregate nursing. Her focus includes gerontology, community nursing concepts, and advanced research methodologies, making her a valuable contributor to nursing education and practice in Indonesia. She has made significant contributions to the Master of Nursing Program at the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Andalas, and successfully helped the program achieve an “Unggul” accreditation status in Indonesia.

Focus and Expertise

• Community Aggregate Nursing
• Gerontological Nursing
• Community Nursing Concepts
• Research Methodology

Education Background

• Bachelor: Universitas Indonesia
• Master: Universitas Indonesia
• PhD: Universitas Indonesia

Role and Affiliation

• Head of the Master’s Program, Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Andalas (2020–2024, 2024–2029)

Research Interests

• Gerontology Nursing
• Family Health

Research and Publication

Dr. Rika Sabri has contributed to various publications focusing on gerontology and community health nursing, addressing innovative practices and health promotion strategies.

Dr. Ns. Meri Neherta, M.Biomed.

Biography

Dr. Ns. Meri Neherta is a professor in pediatric nursing with expertise in both healthy and sick children, including those with chronic and terminal conditions. She is dedicated to advancing the field of nursing through her research in child abuse, family nursing, transcultural nursing, and psychosocial aspects of care. Her commitment to academic excellence is demonstrated by her role as a mentor, successfully guiding her students to participate in the nationally recognized PKM-K competition. Dr. Meri served as the Vice Dean of Student Affairs at the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Andalas (2016-2020), and has been leading the Department of Maternal and Pediatric Nursing since 2020. As a professor in children’s nursing, she is passionate about nurturing the next generation of nurses to improve the health and wellbeing of children and families.

Focus and Interest
• Pediatric Nursing (Healthy and Sick Children)
• Pediatric Chronic and Terminal Care
• Pediatric Nursing Concepts
• Philosophy and Theory of Nursing
• Entrepreneurship in Nursing

Education Background
• Bachelor's Degree: Universitas Padjadjaran
• Master's Degree: Universitas Andalas
• Ph.D.: Universitas Andalas

Role and Affiliation
• Vice Dean of Student Affairs, Faculty of Nursing Universitas Andalas (2016-2020)
• Head of Maternal/Pediatric Nursing Department, Faculty of Nursing Universitas Andalas (2020-present)
• Professor in Pediatric Nursing

Research Interests
• Child Abuse

Research and Publication
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Prof. Hema Malini, S.Kp.M.N.,Ph.D.

Biography

Prof. Hema Malini is a distinguished academic and leader in the field of nursing. With a strong background in nursing education and research, she has significantly contributed to the development of nursing practices and health education, particularly in the areas of chronic diseases and endocrinology. Her academic journey spans notable institutions, including Universitas Indonesia

and Monash University, for her masters and PhD, where she deepened her expertise in nursing systems and methodologies. As the former Dean of the Faculty of Nursing at Universitas Andalas, she continues to advance the nursing profession through leadership, mentorship, and international collaboration.

Prof. Hema Malini has made significant contributions to the development of the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Andalas, particularly through her leadership in organizing the Faculty's International Conference. She has also fostered vital international collaborations, working closely with global teams to promote nursing education and research. As the Head of the Faculty of Nursing Universitas Andalas Journal, she has been instrumental in the journal's development and its achievement of Shinta accreditation, bringing national and international recognition to the institution.

Her dedication extends to her leadership role as the Head of AINEC Regional (West Sumatra, Riau, Jambi, Batam), where she has been an advocate for advancing nursing curricula at a national level in Indonesia. She has contributed to shaping nursing education policies that align with international standards and meet the evolving needs of the healthcare system.

 Area of expertise

• Nursing Information Systems
• Research Methodology
• Adult Nursing (Endocrine, Cardiovascular, Digestive, Urinary, and Immunological Systems)
• Nursing Processes and Critical Thinking

Education Background

Bachelor             : Universitas Indonesia

Master and PhD : Monash University

Role and affiliation

• Dean, Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Andalas (2020–2024)
• Vice Dean of Academic Affairs, Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Andalas (2016–2020)
• Head Advisor, International Conference, Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Andalas (2017)
• Head, Association of Indonesian Nurses Education Center (AINEC) (2016-2024 and 2024-present)

Research Interests

• Chronic Disease
• Health Education
• Endocrinology Nursing

Research and Publication