The Faculty of Dentistry, Chiang Mai University, warmly welcomed Dr.drg. Haris Budi Widodo and nine undergraduate dental students from the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Jenderal Soedirman, Indonesia, for a short-term study visit from 26–29 October 2026.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tanida Srisuwan, Dean, and Asst. Prof. Dr. Phattaranant Mahasantipiya, Assistant Dean for Global Engagement and Interorganizational Collaboration, welcomed the delegation and exchanged insights on dental education, clinical training, and opportunities for future academic collaboration.
During the visit, the delegation explored the Faculty's specialized clinics, including Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine, Oral and Maxillofacial Rehabilitation, Pediatric Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, and Advanced General Dentistry, as well as the Dental Research Center. They also visited the library, Dental Museum, and dental laboratories, and enjoyed a campus tour of Chiang Mai University.
A key highlight was a study visit to Don Kaeo Subdistrict Community Hospital on 27 October 2026, led by Asst. Prof. Dr. Pinpinut Wanichsaithong, Assistant Dean for Strategy and Organizational Quality Development. The delegation learned about community-based oral healthcare services and the role of dental professionals in promoting public oral health.
This visit provided a valuable opportunity for international knowledge exchange and experiential learning in dentistry, while strengthening academic networks and fostering sustainable collaboration between Chiang Mai University and Universitas Jenderal Soedirman.