Dubai: Thumbay Group launches Thumbay Medicity Dubai in Al Qusais
Dubai: Thumbay Group on Monday announced the launch of Thumbay Medicity Dubai, a large academic healthcare destination in Al Qusais that integrates education, healthcare and research under one campus.
The medical city has the capacity to train nearly 3,000 students, generate 1,000 employment opportunities, and support a daily floating population of around 6,000 people, the group said.
Designed as a “city within a city”, Thumbay Medicity Dubai brings together a branch campus of Gulf Medical University, Thumbay University Hospital Dubai, research centres, simulation and skills labs, laboratories, pharmacies, alternative medicine facilities, home care services and support infrastructure.
According to the group, the project marks a major milestone in building integrated academic healthcare ecosystems, where students learn in real clinical environments and patients access to care that is directly supported by education and research.
Speaking at the launch, Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President of Thumbay Group, said the project reflects the group’s long-term vision.
“Thumbay Medicity Dubai is more than an expansion. It is the next chapter of a dream that began with one clear belief, education, healthcare, and research must grow together. We are very much Aligned with the Vision of Dubai, and the city now gains an integrated academic medical city built to shape future professionals, elevate patient care, and fuel new discoveries. Our vision has always been global, but deeply human,” he said.
The education zone will house Gulf Medical University’s Dubai campus, including the Thumbay College of Management and AI in Healthcare, advanced simulation laboratories, surgical skills centres, international foundation programmes and AI-driven learning environment, and specialized colleges.
Prof. Manda Venkatramana, Chancellor of Gulf Medical University said, “This campus gives students access to a second fully equipped academic location in one of the world’s most dynamic cities. It reflects our commitment to contemporary education, global exposure, and building the next generation of healthcare leaders.”
The healthcare zone will be anchored by Thumbay University Hospital Dubai, which will begin Phase One operations with services such as renal dialysis, cardiology, orthopaedics and rehabilitation. The hospital will later expand into a full multi-specialty academic hospital.
Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay, Vice President, Healthcare Division, Thumbay Group said, “Dubai becomes a major hub for our healthcare system. With hospitals, labs, pharmacies and medical tourism programs integrated into one destination, our focus remains clear, accessible, compassionate care backed by academic excellence.”
Strategically located on the Dubai-Sharjah border in Al Qusais, Thumbay Medicity Dubai offers access to major residential areas and transport connectivity. With this launch, Thumbay Group said it aims to strengthen its presence as one of the region’s comprehensive academic healthcare networks, building not just institutions, but environments where learning heals, research advance care, and communities grow.
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Modi should leverage his ties with world leaders to de-escalate war in West Asia: Omar Abdullah
Jammu (PTI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said India can play a meaningful role in de-escalation in West Asia, given Prime Minister Narendra Modi's strong relations with the warring countries and their neighbours.
He said Pakistan was leveraging ties with Iran and the United States, and that any effort towards ending the war should be welcomed.
"As I said in the House (Assembly), we would like the war to end as soon as possible. The role that the prime minister can play may not be possible for anyone else because of his good relations with all these countries," Abdullah told reporters on the sidelines of a function here.
He, however, said any escalation would not be easy to manage.
"Any such move by US President Donald Trump, despite the long history of Iran resisting external domination, would not be easy," the chief minister said.
Asked about Pakistan mediating in the war, he said, "I will simply say that if any country can play a role in preventing this war, no one should have any objection to it."
He added, "I will repeat what I said … our prime minister has good and close relations with all countries — whether it is Israel, the United States, Iran, or the countries around Iran. If those relationships can be used to make some progress and help ease the situation, it would be a good thing."
Abdullah said attacks by terror groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed in India, as suggested by a report from the United States, are not unlikely.
Meanwhile, he asserted that any efforts to end the war, be it from Pakistan, must not be resisted.
"Pakistan is using its good relations with Iran and the United States to its advantage, and it has done so. How can we object to that? If that angle helps in stopping the war, would you want them not to act and let the war continue? We want the war to stop. If any country can play a role in that, it should. And if we can play an even better role, then we should do so," he said.
On unemployment in J-K, the chief minister said the issue cannot be resolved overnight, and government jobs alone are not the solution.
He stressed the need to explore alternative avenues, highlighting the importance of Mission Yuva in promoting entrepreneurship.
"Mission Yuva provides not just funding but also support in preparing DPRs and post-startup assistance, such as marketing. In just nine months, distributing Rs 1,000 crore and approving numerous schemes is a significant achievement," he said.
Abdullah credited the coordination between the government and Jammu and Kashmir Bank for the scheme's progress.
