Ajman/UAE: (Press Release) Marking a major milestone, Thumbay Group celebrates 26 years of prosperous business operations in the United Arab Emirates this August 2024. Founded by Dr. Thumbay Moideen in 1997, the group has grown into a major force in the UAE's healthcare and medical education sectors, with Gulf Medical University as its flagship venture. Through consistent innovation, high standards of quality, and a dedication to community betterment, Thumbay Group has expanded across diverse industries over the years.
Reflecting on the journey, Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President of Thumbay Group, commented, “Our 26-year journey in the UAE affirms the strong bilateral relations between India and the UAE, and the tremendous support we have received from the UAE government and its visionary leaders. Their encouragement has created an ecosystem where Indian entrepreneurs can thrive and contribute meaningfully to the nation’s progress. At Thumbay Group, we remain committed to advancing healthcare and medical education while scaling a culture of innovation.”
As of today, Thumbay Group’s ventures, including Gulf Medical University, have grown to become the largest private medical university operated by an Indian businessman, contributing to 60% of the UAE’s healthcare professionals. Recognized as an Academic Health System, the university excels in healthcare, education, and research. Thumbay Group's growth is marked by an extensive portfolio, encompassing the UAE’s largest private academic hospital network, clinics, pharmacies, and various hospitality ventures. With over 110 touchpoints across the seven emirates and partnerships with 70 global institutions, the Group has treated 11 million patients and graduated 4,000 students from 102 nationalities.
He added, “As we look ahead to Vision 2028, we are motivated about the opportunities to further expand our global footprint and introduce new initiatives that will continue to set benchmarks in the industry.”
The Group’s forward-looking Vision 2028 aims for fivefold growth, with plans to introduce new institutes and expand globally through franchising in markets like Saudi Arabia and Egypt. Gulf Medical University will continue to innovate with new degree programs and international partnerships. The healthcare divisions are planning a comprehensive Oncology Center, an advanced Cosmetology Center, and initiatives in alternative medicine, all while enhancing long-term care facilities.
In 2024, Dr. Thumbay Moideen was awarded an honorary doctorate by Mangalore University, and under his leadership, Gulf Medical University has achieved global recognition, ranking in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings and receiving the ‘Excellence in Research’ award from the UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention. The Thumbay Healthcare Division, recognized globally for its excellence, earned the prestigious JCI Enterprise Accreditation, making it the fifth healthcare entity worldwide to receive this title. The Thumbay Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Hospital, the UAE’s largest and most advanced CARF-accredited facility, exemplifies the Group’s commitment to healthcare excellence.
With aspirational goals to broaden its influence and expand its global footprint in healthcare, education, and community welfare, Thumbay Group is well-positioned for sustained success as it marks 26 years in the United Arab Emirates.
Let the Truth be known. If you read VB and like VB, please be a VB Supporter and Help us deliver the Truth to one and all.
Mumbai, Oct 14: Well-known Marathi actor Atul Parchure, known for his comic roles, died at a private hospital here on Monday, family sources said.
Parchure (57), who had recently recovered from cancer, was about to make a comeback on stage but suddenly developed health complications and his condition worsened in the last two days, the sources said.
He started his career as a child actor and soon rose to fame with roles in plays such as "Tarun Turk, Mhatare Ark" and "Nati Goti".
Parchure also acted in a host of Marathi and Hindi TV serials and films.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, his deputies Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar took to social media platform X to express their condolences.
Shinde condoled Parchure's untimely death on behalf of the state government and called himself one among thousands of the senior actor's fans.
"The news of his death was painful," the CM said, adding the Marathi theatre and cinema has lost a talented actor.
चतुरस्त्र अभिनेत्याची अकाली एग्झिट :
— Eknath Shinde - एकनाथ शिंदे (@mieknathshinde) October 14, 2024
रसिक प्रेक्षकांना कधी खळखळून हसवणारे, कधी डोळ्यात आसू उभे करणारे. कधी अंतर्मुख करणारे अभिजात अभिनेते अतुल परचुरे यांचे अकाली निधन वेदनादायी आहे. अतुल परचुरे यांनी बालरंगभूमीपासू्नच आपली देदिप्यमान अभिनय कारकीर्द गाजवली. नाटक, चित्रपट, मालिका… pic.twitter.com/RqvCuXSmCn