This article reflects the outcome of a recent discussion by my group on the need to refine the academic framework at IIUM. While the central ideas and framework stem from collective discourse, this article expands on the ideas discussed and provides a more detailed vision for implementation. IIUM has always been committed to enhancing the…
Tawhidic Epistemology and the Islamisation of Human Knowledge in Medical Education – A Pathway to Holistic Healing
In the ever-evolving field of medical education, the interplay between knowledge, ethics, and spirituality is pivotal. Within Islamic intellectual discourse, two significant frameworks—Tawhidic Epistemology and the Islamisation of Human Knowledge (IoHK)—offer a comprehensive approach to integrating these elements into medical training. Though interrelated, these frameworks are distinct in their focus and application. Together, they provide…
Social Determinant of Health
The historical evolution of social determinants of health (SDOH) has significantly influenced the field of preventive medicine. SDOH encompass the conditions in which individuals are born, grow, live, work, and age, and they are increasingly recognized as critical factors that shape health outcomes and health disparities across populations (Gard et al., 2020). The World Health…
Future of Jobs: The Evolving Role of Doctors
As we move closer to 2030, the global job market is undergoing rapid transformation. Technological advancements, environmental priorities, and demographic shifts are reshaping industries and creating new demands. The Future of Jobs Report 2025 by the World Economic Forum highlights the careers that are rising in demand and those at risk of decline, while also…
MSM is Rising and Islam is the Solution
Introduction The HIV epidemic continues to evolve globally, with men who have sex with men (MSM) emerging as a key population in the transmission of HIV. According to UNAIDS, MSM accounted for 44% of new HIV infections globally in 2023, making this group a significant driver of the epidemic. In the Asia-Pacific region, MSM represented…
Integrating AI in Healthcare
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping healthcare by offering remarkable capabilities in diagnostics, decision-making, and patient care. Recent research published in JAMA Network Open demonstrated that large language models (LLMs), such as ChatGPT, can outperform human physicians in diagnostic tasks under controlled scenarios (Hswen & Rubin, 2024). This potential has sparked enthusiasm, yet concerns about ethical…
A Sacred Reminder
Pain visits briefly, yet leaves its trace,Teaching me life’s fragile grace.Once I moved freely, without a care,Now I am still, bound to this lair. Morphine falters, the ache holds tight,Each throb reveals life’s true light.A trial uncovering gifts once unseen,Blessings hidden in what had been. I see my mother, her pain endured,A life of suffering,…
The Triple Burden of Disease in Malaysia
Malaysia faces a significant public health challenge known as the triple burden of disease, encompassing non-communicable diseases (NCDs), infectious diseases, and the health implications of an ageing population. These interconnected challenges are further compounded by environmental and planetary health issues, requiring a comprehensive and integrated approach. Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) NCDs, including cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancers,…
The teacher
A teacher stands, a beacon bright, To guide the lost, to show the light. Not just for those who walk the straight, But for the ones who hesitate. The duty’s weight is not for ease, It calls to nurture, calls to please. To shape the mind, the heart, the soul, To make the broken spirit…
The Silent Toll of Excess Mortality During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped global health systems, revealing vulnerabilities in healthcare and public health infrastructure. While official COVID-19 death counts capture the immediate impact, excess mortality estimates uncover the pandemic’s broader effects, including indirect deaths caused by disrupted healthcare services and societal changes. This study examines global and regional excess mortality data and…