High-profile delegation from Iran’s Tehran University of Medical Sciences visits Thumbay Medicity
Ajman: Thumbay Medicity in Ajman, UAE, received a distinguished delegation from Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS) in Iran on June 1, 2023. Led by Dr. Hossein Ghanaati, Chancellor of the institute, the visit aimed to establish a platform for meaningful interaction and foster long-term collaborations in knowledge sharing. The visit holds the potential for mutual benefits by facilitating ongoing cooperation and the exchange of expertise between the two parties.
The delegation was warmly welcomed by Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President of Thumbay Group, along with Akbar Moideen Thumbay, Vice President of Thumbay Healthcare, and other senior dignitaries of the management. As part of their visit, the esteemed guests were given a comprehensive tour of Thumbay Medicity's facilities, including Gulf Medical University's educational and research centers, Thumbay Rehabilitation Hospital, Thumbay Dental Hospital, and Thumbay University Hospital. This tour provided an opportunity to showcase the state-of-the-art infrastructure, resources, and capabilities available at Thumbay Medicity to the visiting delegation.
Expressing his appreciation for the warm reception and acknowledging the exceptional facilities at Thumbay Medicity, Dr. Hossein Ghanaati, Chancellor of Tehran University of Medical Sciences, praised the outstanding quality of the academic curriculum, the focus on innovation, and the overall excellence of the healthcare facilities within Thumbay Group.
Highlighting the significance of the meeting with Gulf Medical University, Dr. Ghanaati mentioned the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the two institutions. The MoU aims to explore various avenues of bilateral cooperation, including online education, potential research collaborations, sharing expertise in health professions education strategies, discussing policy frameworks, and identifying areas of mutual interest for future cooperation.
The visiting delegation also commended Gulf Medical University's efforts in establishing a comprehensive Academic Health System, which is the first of its kind in the private sector within the region.
Dr. Thumbay Moideen expressed his gratitude to the esteemed delegates and emphasized Thumbay Group's commitment to building strong partnerships with healthcare institutions in Iran. The goal is to leverage Iran's significant achievements in the healthcare field for mutually beneficial collaborations. Dr. Moideen further elaborated on Thumbay Group's Vision-2028, which outlines a three-year plan to triple their business and set new standards in healthcare and education. This plan reflects their dedication to creating an environment that supports students and promotes knowledge exchange. Dr. Moideen also expressed delight at signing the MoU with Tehran University of Medical Sciences, as it strengthens their commitment to advancing medical education through global partnerships and embracing opportunities for knowledge sharing.
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IndiGo appoints William Walsh as new CEO
New Delhi (PTI): The country's largest airline IndiGo on Tuesday announced the appointment of former British Airways chief William Walsh as new CEO.
Walsh, an airline industry veteran, is currently the Director General of the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
Announcing the appointment of Walsh as the CEO, subject to regulatory approvals, IndiGo, in a release, said his tenure at IATA comes to a close on July 31 and is expected to join no later than August 3.
The announcement comes less than three weeks after the sudden exit of IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers.
Walsh, popularly known as Willie, was formerly CEO of British Airways and IAG (International Airlines Group, a holding company, which owns Aer Lingus, British Airways, Iberia, Level and Vueling).
"As we enter a new phase of transformation and growth, I am delighted to welcome Willie to IndiGo.
"He is an iconic and accomplished aviation leader, and brings a rare combination of global perspective, operational expertise of having built strong customer-focused airlines, deep industry experience and a values-driven leadership, making him exceptionally suited to lead IndiGo at this pivotal cusp of growth," IndiGo Managing Director Rahul Bhatia said.
