By DayakDaily Team
KUCHING, Feb 20: The Sarawak Foreigners Health Information System (SAFHIS) has sponsored 50 final-year medical students from Universiti Malaysia Sarawak’s (UNIMAS) Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FPSK) to participate in a medicolegal training programme aimed at equipping future doctors with critical knowledge of legal frameworks and bioethical principles.
The programme, titled “From Ethics to Evidence: Mastering Medicolegal Challenges in 2025“, taking place on Feb 18 (Tuesday) brought together experienced doctors, medical professionals, and students to explore complex aspects of medical practice, including informed consent, clinical negligence, and ethical considerations in research.
Participants gained insights into key legislation and regulations governing medical practice, with particular emphasis on the legal implications of failing to obtain informed consent and the complexities of clinical negligence. These topics, often regarded as intricate and evolving, are crucial for medical professionals navigating today’s demanding healthcare environment.
SAFHIS’ involvement reflects its commitment to fostering a deep understanding of the intersections between law, ethics, and medical practice—areas essential for ensuring high standards in Sarawak’s healthcare sector.
Its support for the programme is part of its broader contribution to Sarawak’s medical industry under the Foreign Workers Transformation Approach (FWTA), which took effect on Jan 15.
The FWTA system aims to improve the management and regulation of foreign workers, enhancing transparency, efficiency, and compliance with labour laws while ensuring ethical labour practices and worker welfare.
By supporting programmes that prepare future healthcare professionals for real-world medicolegal challenges, SAFHIS continues to play a pivotal role in shaping a medical workforce that upholds both regulatory standards and ethical principles in Sarawak. –DayakDaily
