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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.

Public Health

When population health is no longer a priority

The recent Perspective article in JAMA raises a deeply unsettling argument. The problem facing population health is no longer simply neglect. It is the growing possibility that policy decisions themselves are beginning to work against health. The authors describe how, over the past decade, the United States has already experienced stagnation and even decline in key health indicators such as… Continue reading When population health is no longer a priority

Thoughts

Science, Health, and the Philosophy of Knowledge in the Thought of Syed Muhammad Naquib al-Attas

Introduction Tan Sri Prof. Diraja Dr Syed Muhammad Naquib al-Attas is widely known for his contributions to Islamic philosophy, education, and the study of civilisation. While he did not write specifically on medicine or health sciences, his philosophical framework on knowledge, education, and the Islamic worldview offers important insights for understanding science and health in the contemporary Muslim context. His… Continue reading Science, Health, and the Philosophy of Knowledge in the Thought of Syed Muhammad Naquib al-Attas

Thoughts

Rebuilding Confidence in Malaysia’s Medical Workforce

A recent report by Sinar Harian highlighted that only about 10 per cent of available positions for medical graduates in the Ministry of Health Malaysia were filled. The report raised concerns about the low uptake of public sector positions despite ongoing healthcare needs. This development has triggered renewed discussion about employment pathways, workforce distribution and long-term planning in the health… Continue reading Rebuilding Confidence in Malaysia’s Medical Workforce