Thousands of Indonesian medical school graduates are at risk of being unable to practice medicine due to licensing issues, despite completing their education. The problem centers on “retakers” – students who need to repeat certain exams – and current regulations hindering their professional certification. Experts from Gadjah Mada University (UGM) are calling on the government to address the situation urgently, warning of a potential shortage of doctors. These graduates have fulfilled all academic requirements but face obstacles in obtaining the necessary professional qualifications. The issue stems from complexities within the licensing process and a lack of clear pathways for retakers to achieve certification. Failure to resolve this could significantly impact healthcare access across Indonesia and represents a loss of investment in medical education. The UGM experts emphasize the need for immediate government action to prevent a crisis in the medical profession.