Rizanda Machmud

Rizanda Machmud is a distinguished academic and the Head of the Master's Program in Hospital Administration at Andalas University. With extensive experience in community medicine and health policy, he has been a vocal advocate for improving medical practices and ensuring patient safety, particularly in underserved areas. Recently, he has garnered attention for his critical views on a new policy by the Indonesian Ministry of Health that allows general practitioners to perform cesarean sections after brief training, highlighting concerns about the potential risks to patient safety and the need for comprehensive medical education.