Thumbay Hospital launches advanced Hyperbaric Oxygen, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation therapies
Ajman: The Thumbay Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Hospital, part of the College of Health Sciences, Gulf Medical University (GMU) and the Thumbay Healthcare Division, has launched the country’s most advanced Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapies, marking a major milestone in rehabilitation and neurotherapy care in the UAE.
The launch took place during the 5th International Annual Awards & Conference on Innovation in Rehabilitation Practice and Medicine, held at Thumbay Medicity, Ajman. The event brought together leading clinicians, researchers, and innovators in physical therapy and rehabilitation to share insights on emerging technologies transforming patient recovery and wellness.
The conference was attended by H.E. Sheikh Dr. Majid Bin Saeed Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Ruler’s Court, Ajman, and Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President of Thumbay Group. Commending the institution’s contributions, Sheikh Dr. Majid Al Nuaimi described the Thumbay Rehabilitation Hospital as “the best rehabilitation hospital in the country.”
The event reflected Thumbay Group’s continued focus on innovation, education, and technology in healthcare and rehabilitation. The College of Health Sciences, GMU, curated the scientific sessions, integrating academic research and clinical expertise. Faculty members demonstrated how evidence-based physiotherapy and technology-driven rehabilitation could bridge the gap between scientific innovation and patient outcomes.
In line with its commitment to next-generation rehabilitation, Thumbay Rehabilitation Hospital introduced three advanced services — all firsts in the region:
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT): A state-of-the-art chamber designed to accelerate healing, support neurological recovery, and improve outcomes in post-stroke and trauma rehabilitation.
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS): A non-invasive, drug-free therapy that uses magnetic field stimulation to treat depression and neurological disorders by activating brain function and promoting neuroplasticity.
Wheelchair Transfer Support Vehicle: A mobility innovation ensuring safe and dignified transport for individuals with physical disabilities, improving patient accessibility and comfort.
These additions reinforce Thumbay Medicity’s position as a regional hub for advanced physical therapy, neuro-rehabilitation, and patient-centric innovation.
The event also featured an awards ceremony recognizing top specialists and contributors to rehabilitation medicine. Among the honorees, Dr. U.T. Iftikar, Chairman of State Allied and Health Care Council, received the ‘Star of the Year Award in Rehabilitation’ for his exceptional leadership and contributions to evidence-based rehabilitation care in the UAE.
The day-long conference included scientific sessions and workshops on topics such as robotic gait training, acupuncture for stroke rehabilitation, neuro-modulation, and clinical reasoning. Participants earned 7.5 CME hours for attending the accredited sessions.
The forum provided a platform for physiotherapists, physicians, and researchers to share innovations and explore collaborations in the field of rehabilitation medicine.
Reflecting the Thumbay Group’s Vision 2028, the conference underscored the institution’s mission to integrate AI, robotics, and neurostimulation technologies into mainstream rehabilitation. With these advancements, Thumbay Group continues to shape the future of patient recovery and healthcare innovation in the UAE and beyond.
For more details about the new services and academic programs at Gulf Medical University, visit https://thumbayrehab.com and https://gmu.ac.ae.
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Goa nightclub fire: Owners Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra fled to Phuket after tragedy, say police
Panaji (PTI): Saurabh Luthra and Gaurav Luthra, the main accused and owners of the Goa nightclub where a massive blaze claimed 25 lives, fled to Phuket hours after the tragedy, Goa Police said on Monday.
"Goa Police have taken further steps to coordinate with the Interpol Division of the CBI to apprehend both Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra at the earliest," a senior police officer said.
A massive fire at the nightclub, some 25 kilometres away from Panaji, on late Saturday night killed 25 persons. The deceased comprised 20 employees of the nightclub and five tourists, including four from Delhi. Five injured people were undergoing treatment at the government-run Goa Medical College and Hospital (GMCH).
After registering an FIR against them, a Look Out Circular was issued against them by December 7 by the Bureau of Immigration (BOI) at the request of the Goa Police.
The Bureau of Immigration at Mumbai was contacted, and it was found that both the accused had taken the 6E 1073 flight to Phuket at 5.30 am on December 7, immediately after the fire incident, which occurred around midnight, the officer said.
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He said the Goa Police had immediately dispatched a team to Delhi to conduct raids on the addresses of the accused Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra.
"Since they were not available, a notice under the appropriate sections of law was pasted on the gate of their house. This shows their intent to avoid the police investigation", he said.
Goa Police have obtained transit remand of Bharat Kohli, an employee of the club, and are bringing him to Goa.
He also said that the postmortem on all 25 deceased has been completed and bodies handed over to their families.
