700 New Health Professionals Sworn In During GMU's 26th Biggest White Coat Ceremony
Dubai (Press Release): Welcoming the 2024 cohort of students across its six colleges, the Gulf Medical University conducted the time-honored tradition of the ‘White Coat Ceremony’ at the Al Jurf (Ajman) Campus on September 25, 2024. The event featured students publicly pledging their commitment to patient care, taking their oath in the presence of their families, esteemed leaders, and fellow peers.
The incoming batch of 700 students will join the international community at Gulf Medical University, which now totals 5,000 students from 102 different nationalities. These students are pursuing a variety of medicine and healthcare programs across six colleges. In addition to their academic studies, they will have the opportunity to explore the field of artificial intelligence and its significant impact on the healthcare industry.
The ceremony's chief guest was Dr. Thumbay Moideen, founder president of Thumbay Group, together with vice chancellors, deans, and Prof. Hossam Hamdy, the university's chancellor. Addressing the incoming students during the ceremony, Dr. Moideen said, “I extend my best wishes to the new cohort of health professions students. Your journey toward becoming healthcare leaders commences here, and Gulf Medical University will support you in all your career aspirations.”
Those receiving their white coats were students in the first year of various programs: Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences (BBMS), Associate Degree in Pre-Clinical Sciences (ADPCS), Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT), Bachelor of Science – Medical Laboratory Sciences (BSc MLS), Bachelor of Science – Medical Imaging Sciences (BSc MIS), Bachelor of Science - Anesthesia Technology (BSc AT), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management and Economics (BSc HME).
Meanwhile, Prof. Hamdy emphasized to the incoming students that they are creating history as the class of 2024. “The interaction among individuals is an essential skill that will remain steady during their time at Gulf Medical University. Patients, students, healthcare practitioners, and medical instructors all possess a shared humanity. The capacity to communicate effectively, build relationships, engage, and empathize will remain a core component of training healthcare professionals,” Professor Hossam Hamdy stated.
Elaborating on the importance of collaboration and teamwork, Prof. Hossam Hamdy remarked, “Medical practice has progressed beyond the domain of a single doctor solely caring for their patients. Students are an essential part of a unified team that utilizes the shared expertise of diverse professionals within the healthcare system. Cultivating teamwork abilities is a vital skill that students must develop both during their academic journey and throughout their professional career.”
Gulf Medical University has partnership agreements with approximately 86 leading institutions, including regional and international ones in Europe, the United States, Japan, and the Far East, offering students opportunities for training overseas. Graduate programs are currently being offered in collaboration with the University of Arizona, Virginia Commonwealth University, Medical College of Wisconsin, FAIMER, CenMedic in the United Kingdom, and Tokyo Medical and Dental College in Japan. Gulf Medical University also offers merit-based scholarships to students.
“Offering a comprehensive array of 39 accredited programs across its six colleges, the university has consistently been a frontrunner in gaining international recognition. Gulf Medical University was recently awarded the prestigious ‘Excellence in Research’ accolade by the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHP) of the UAE. Furthermore, it has been ranked among the top 10 institutions in the nation for its contributions to health research, reinforcing its academic excellence and innovations in healthcare,” stated Dr. Manda, Vice Chancellor of Academics and Dean of the College of Medicine during his address at the Ceremony.
Over the past 25 years, students who have completed their studies at the university have progressed in their careers and secured prominent roles, including CEOs, COOs, Medical Directors, and head of departments in the healthcare and research fields across the Middle East, Africa, South Asia, Europe, North America, and Australia.
Gulf Medical University employs advanced technology in its classrooms to enhance the learning experience for students. The Virtual Patient Learning (VPL) system created by the university, along with the newly introduced 3D classroom, utilizes Artificial Intelligence and Virtual Reality to provide an interactive educational experience for Gulf Medical University students.
Moreover, Gulf Medical University also holds the distinction of being the only private Academic Health System (AHS) in the region, integrating healthcare, education, and research functions. Students have the unique opportunity to receive clinical training at its teaching hospitals, which include Thumbay Dental Hospital, Thumbay Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy Hospital, and Thumbay University Hospital.
In line with its commitment to innovation, the University’s cutting-edge research facility, the Thumbay Research Institute for Precision Medicine (TRIPM), propels its transition into a research-driven institution. The institute is dedicated to conducting real-time studies on cancer and diabetes, emphasizing postgraduate education and integrating research findings into their curriculum.
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London, Nov 22: A bomb disposal squad deployed as a “precaution” to the South Terminal of Gatwick Airport concluded an investigation into a "security incident" on Friday after making a “suspect package” safe.
The South Terminal of Gatwick Airport, the UK's second busiest airport after Heathrow, which was briefly shut owing to the incident reopened following the incident.
The Gatwick is around 45 km south of London.
Two people detained during the enquiries have since been allowed to continue their journey as the airport was opened.
“Police have concluded their investigation into a report of a suspect package at Gatwick Airport. Officers from the EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) team made the package safe, and the airport has been handed back to its operator,” Sussex Police said in an updated statement.
“Two people detained while enquiries were ongoing have subsequently been allowed to continue their journeys. There will remain an increased police presence in the area to assist with passengers accessing the South Terminal for onward travel,” the statement added.
Earlier on Friday, the incident caused severe disruption at the busy airport’s South Terminal, while the North Terminal of Gatwick Airport remained unaffected.
“Police were called to the South Terminal at Gatwick Airport at 8.20 am on Friday (November 22) following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage,” a Sussex Police statement said.
“To ensure the safety of the public, staff and other airport users, a security cordon has been put in place whilst the matter is dealt with. As a precaution, an EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) team is being deployed to the airport. This is causing significant disruption and some roads around the South Terminal have been closed. We’d advise the public to avoid the area where possible,” it said.
Footage on social media taken outside the airport showed crowds of frustrated travellers being moved away from the terminal building.
Gatwick said it was working hard to resolve the issue.
“A large part of the South Terminal has been evacuated as a precaution while we continue to investigate a security incident," the airport said in a social media post.
“Passengers will not be able to enter the South Terminal while this is ongoing. The safety and security of our passengers and staff remain our top priority. We are working hard to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.”
Train and bus services that serve the airport were also impacted while the police carried out their inquiries.
In an unrelated incident in south London on Friday morning, the US Embassy area in Nine Elms by the River Thames was the scene of a controlled explosion by Scotland Yard dealing with what they believe may have been a “hoax device”.
“We can confirm the 'loud bang' reported in the area a short time ago was a controlled explosion carried out by officers,” the Metropolitan Police said in a post on X.
“Initial indications are that the item was a hoax device. An investigation will now follow. Some cordons will remain in place for the time being but the majority of the police response will now be stood down,” it added.
