KM (Monirul) Islam, MD/MBBS, MPH, PhD
Professor of Epidemiology Augusta University
- Augusta GA
Dr. Islam's research in is infectious diseases and patient-centered outcomes combines epidemiology and medicine.
Areas of Expertise
Education
Case Western Reserve University
Ph.D.
Epidemiology
2005
Tulane University
MPH
Public Health
1996
Media Appearances
Public Health professor emphasizes early screening for colon cancer
Augusta University News online
2025-03-05
“Colorectal cancer here in Georgia is the second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths, just like it is nationally,” said Islam, a professor in the Department of Biostatistics, Data Science, and Epidemiology in SPH.
Programs take shape for Augusta University’s new School of Public Health
Augusta University News online
2022-10-03
In making the move, Dr. K.M. Islam, director for the Master of Public Health program, said the MPH is going through a reaccreditation process to identify its strengths and weaknesses and make sure they are in the best position possible for the merger.
Augusta University sees spike in interest for epidemiology program
WRDW tv
2022-04-26
“COVID might play a role because we have a fear factor and remember recent events very well,” said Dr. K.M. Islam, associate professor of epidemiology and public health, MCG.
‘Disease detectives’: Augusta University introduces online Master of Science in Epidemiology
Augusta University News online
2021-02-01
“We describe epidemiologists as disease detectives,” said Dr. K.M. Monirul Islam, an associate professor of epidemiology in the Department of Population Health Sciences for the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University. “It is much like an FBI agent who goes to a crime scene and tries to find out all the pieces to the puzzle, such as who did the crime and how they did it.
Articles
Disparities in Preventive Care Utilization at the Intersection of Socioeconomic and Demographic Characteristics: A Survival Analysis of COVID-19 Vaccination Uptake in the United States
Journal of Public Health Management and Practice2025
This study utilizing timing (month and year) of the first dose of COVID-19 vaccination, assessed the differences in vaccination progress by different categories of SES across demographic groups in the United States (US).
A Survival Analysis of Rural-Urban Disparities in COVID-19 Vaccination Uptake in the United States
American Journal of Health Promotion2024
Though urban-rural disparities in COVID-19 vaccination coverage was documented at a point of time, little is known on the evolution of vaccination uptake over time. This study, using individual level time-to-event data, intend to assess the differences in monthly progression of vaccination uptake among U.S. adults by urban/rural residence.
Assessment of Final Year Nursing Students' Willingness and Readiness to Work With Patients With COVID-19 During the Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Survey
AJPM Focus2024
We conducted a cross-sectional survey among final-year nursing students to assess their willingness and readiness to work with patients with COVID-19 in Indonesia. We recruited 1,028 final-year nursing students in East Java, Indonesia, during October 7-20, 2021. Data were collected using an online questionnaire designed for this study using Google Forms.
Epinephrine: A Review of Current Understanding and Future Direction
International Journal of Innovative Research in Medical Science2024
The administration of injectable epinephrine is a widely utilized mechanism which has been employed as a lifesaving medication for decades. Despite the prevalence of this treatment technique, certain situations and patient populations necessitate a replacement for the epinephrine auto injector (EAI). There are several disadvantages of traditional EAIs. These drawbacks include high cost, short shelf life, low carry rate, difficulty to use or train with, fear of needles, fixed dosages, and fixed needle length.
Mapping of digital health interventions for the self-management of COPD: A systematic review
Clinical Epidemiology and Global Health2023
There has been a gradual increase in the burden of COPD on patients, caretakers, and the health system. Digital health interventions for the self-management of COPD help patients to learn and practice the skills necessary to manage their COPD better.
