About Me
I am a Public Health professional with a Ph.D. in Community Medicine and Public Health, specializing in the epidemiology of infectious diseases and infectious disease modelling. Currently, I am a Lecturer at the Higher Health Institute of Wasit, Iraq. Interested in collaborating? Drop me a line.
TL;DR
I am a dedicated public health researcher and educator with over 15 years of experience in community health and academic research. My work focuses on the epidemiology of infectious diseases, where I apply advanced quantitative methods like structural equation modelling and Item Response Theory to improve disease surveillance. Whether I am training health workers in Iraq or conducting epidemiological studies in Malaysia, my goal is to bridge the gap between complex data and practical public health solutions.
The Long Version
My journey in public health began over a decade ago, driven by a commitment to improving community well-being through science and education. I hold a Ph.D. in Community Medicine and Public Health from Universiti Sains Malaysia, where I specialized in the epidemiology of infectious diseases. My doctoral research involved designing and conducting comprehensive cross-sectional studies on community-based infectious disease surveillance, utilizing advanced statistical methods to validate critical public health instruments.
Before my doctoral studies, I spent many years on the front lines of public health in Iraq. As a Community Health Specialist and Public Health Officer, I led training programs for doctors and health workers in essential areas such as Antenatal Care (ANC) and Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Care (EmONC). These experiences provided me with a deep understanding of the practical challenges in healthcare delivery and the importance of robust surveillance systems.
Currently, I serve as a Lecturer at the Higher Health Institute of Wasit, where I share my expertise with the next generation of health professionals. I teach undergraduate courses in emergency health, public health, and epidemiology, while also supervising student research. My academic work is complemented by a strong publication record, with numerous peer-reviewed articles focusing on community engagement and the determinants of infectious disease surveillance.
Beyond my primary research and teaching roles, I am a certified WHO e-instructor with a passion for capacity building. I am proficient in various statistical software, including R, Mplus, JAMOVI, and JASP, which I use to model complex disease dynamics and psychometric data. I am always looking for new opportunities to apply my skills in epidemiology and biostatistics to solve pressing public health problems.
On a personal note, I am committed to continuous learning and professional growth. I actively participate in international conferences and maintain an active presence in the global research community through platforms like LinkedIn, ORCID, and Google Scholar. If you would like to discuss my work or potential collaborations, please feel free to reach out via email or connect with me on LinkedIn.