Thoughts

About tembeling 2.0

Welcome to Tembeling 2.0, a platform where thought-sharing reaches new heights with the advent of AI.

I am Jamalludin Ab Rahman.

Currently, I am the Dean of the Kulliyyah of Medicine at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Chair of the Council of Deans of Public University Medical Faculties, and President of the Persatuan Pakar Perubatan Kesihatan Awam Malaysia (PPPKAM). My work spans public health, medical education, and leadership in shaping Malaysia’s healthcare future.

“Tembeling” holds personal significance, named after the remote area in central Pahang where I served as a medical officer in Jerantut from 1996 to 1998. It was there that I developed a deep love for public health and nature. This blog, originally a space for showcasing my photography and outdoor adventures, has since evolved into a platform for sharing insights on public health, medical education, and technology.

With expertise in research methodology and statistical analysis, I have made this a significant part of my practice throughout my academic career. Beyond work, I am passionate about ultra-distance cycling, mountain hiking, and capturing nature through photography—interests that shaped the original tembeling.com.

Through Tembeling 2.0, I explore the ethical and productive use of AI, while reflecting on my work in healthcare leadership, medical education, and research. Join me as I navigate the intersections of health, nature, AI, and education, pushing thought-sharing into new dimensions.

Prof. Dr. Jamalludin Ab Rahman is a Professor of Epidemiology and Biostatistics at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) and currently serves as the Campus Director of IIUM Kuantan Campus. He previously served as Dean of the Kulliyyah of Medicine, IIUM, and has held various leadership roles in medical education and public health at institutional and national levels. Trained in medicine, epidemiology and biostatistics, his academic interests include disease modelling, causal inference, artificial intelligence in epidemiology and disease intelligence, tobacco and vaping, and health policy and governance. He is actively involved in postgraduate teaching, research supervision and the development of public health and medical training. Beyond academia and administration, he is an endurance cyclist, outdoor enthusiast, photographer and occasional writer. This blog brings together his reflections on public health, academia, leadership, cycling, travel, technology and the lessons gathered along the way.