drg. Nendika Dyah Ayu Murika Sari, M.H.Kes., Sp.KGA is a pediatric dentist (pedodontist), academic, and health law expert who has made a tangible contribution in Indonesia. She built her scientific foundation through professional dental education, which was then followed by pursuing the Pediatric Dentistry Specialist Education Program (PPDGS) at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) Yogyakarta. Recognizing the importance of legal aspects in the medical world, she also expanded her competence by earning a Master of Law (M.H.) degree with a concentration in Health Law from Soegijapranata Catholic University. This unique combination of expertise is reflected in her research focus, which examines the fulfillment of dental health rights for children, including special needs groups, alongside clinical research on school dental health promotion and the management of oral ulceration in pediatric patients.

In her academic and professional career, drg. Nendika holds a strategic mandate as the Head of the Undergraduate Dentistry Study Program at the Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta (FKG UMS). As a full-time lecturer and program head, she is fully responsible for designing curriculum governance, maintaining learning quality, and guiding prospective dental students. Her clinical dedication as a pedodontist is manifested through comprehensive patient care at the Soelastri UMS Dental and Oral Hospital (RSGM) in Surakarta and Sarila Husada Hospital in Sragen, which also serve as an integration space for student education and community service.

As a manifestation of her professional commitment, drg. Nendika is actively affiliated with the Indonesian Dental Association (PDGI) and the specialist professional organization, the Indonesian Society of Pediatric Dentistry (IDGAI). Her active involvement in this specialist association strengthens her role in safeguarding clinical competency standards, professional ethics, and the advancement of pediatric dentistry knowledge at the regional level. The strong synergy between her clinical capabilities, study program management leadership, and deep understanding of health law solidifies her steps in driving the advancement of dental education quality while simultaneously improving the oral health status of children in the community.

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