International Conference on Veterinary Care 2024 - held at GMU
Thumbay Group announces construction of Thumbay Veterinary Hospital in Sharjah
Ajman, UAE — April 30, 2024 — The International Conference on Veterinary Care 2024 with the theme "Approaches to Clinical Reasoning," the conference a cornerstone event in advancing veterinary healthcare practices. Hosted at the Gulf Medical University in Ajman, UAE, this conference, organized in collaboration with Thumbay Veterinary Clinic, is set to inspire and innovate.
Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President of Thumbay Group, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, alongside Prof. Hossam Hamdy, Chancellor of Gulf Medical University, as the Guest of Honor. Leading experts from The Royal Veterinary College, United Kingdom, headlined a series of discussions. Prof. Stuart Reid, President & Principal, delved into the evolution of modern veterinary education and its pathway to international accreditation. Prof. Jill Maddison, alongside her expertise in general practice, tackled crucial topics such as treating diarrhea in dogs, professional issues teaching, and employing a problem-based clinical reasoning approach across different species.
Dr. Mike Hewetson, an Associate Professor specializing in equine internal medicine, provided updates on melanomas in horses while exploring clinical and professional decision-making processes. Additionally, he also shed light on employing a problem-based clinical reasoning approach across species. Mrs. Nina Davies, the Director of International and Strategic Engagement, offered insights into student selection practices in veterinary education, completing a comprehensive lineup of topics essential for the advancement of veterinary science and education.
Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President of Thumbay Group, announced, "Thumbay Veterinary Clinic will soon open in Muwaileh, Sharjah. Construction for Thumbay Veterinary Hospital in Thumbay Medicity is set to commence in December 2024, catering to both small and large animals, and is expected to be in operation by September 2025." He added, "Thumbay Veterinary Clinics in Dubai and Ras al Khaimah are also being launched and will be part of the Thumbay Institute of Veterinary Medicine."
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Kannada-medium student tops MA English at Davangere University; Hamali’s son tops Physic
A Kannada-medium student emerging as the university topper in English studies stood out at the 13th annual convocation of Davangere University held on Friday at its Shivagangotri campus in Tholahunase.
Vijayashri BM, a resident of Basavanalu village in Davangere taluk, secured the first rank in MA English, despite having completed her schooling and undergraduate education entirely in Kannada medium. Speaking after the convocation, she said shifting to English at the postgraduate level was challenging in the beginning, but sustained effort, discipline and regular practice helped her overcome the difficulty.
Vijayashri said she chose English believing that the language opens up wider career opportunities. She credited her father, Basavaraju, a retired Mathematics teacher, for motivating her to pursue higher studies. Currently working at a private school in Davangere, she said she hopes to continue her career in teaching.
The convocation also saw Physics student Puttaraja emerging as a top achiever. He secured the first rank in Physics and received three gold medals. According to a Deccan Herald report, Puttaraja said his academic decisions were influenced by his family’s financial situation. His father, Rudresh Veerappa Mattikatti, works as a hamali in Davangere and earns about ₹10,000 a month.
Puttaraja said scholarships offered by the Department of Science and Technology for science toppers made it possible for him to continue higher studies. He said first-rank holders receive a monthly scholarship of ₹32,000 for the first two years, which later increases to ₹37,000, easing the financial burden on their families.
He completed his undergraduate studies in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics at a government first-grade college in Davangere and is now preparing to pursue a PhD in semiconductor nanocrystals under Professor M N Kalasad. He has appeared for the National Eligibility Test and is awaiting results, besides preparing for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering scheduled for February 7. He said he aspires to work with organisations such as the Defence Research and Development Organisation or the Indian Space Research Organisation.
Puttaraja also noted that dedication and personal conduct matter more than economic background in earning the support of teachers and mentors.
