Ajman, UAE: Shri Sunjay Sudhir, the Ambassador of India to the UAE, visited Thumbay Medicity, Ajman, on Friday, December 20, 2024, to witness its advanced healthcare and educational facilities. The visit underscored the growing cooperation between India and the UAE in healthcare and academia.

Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President of Thumbay Group, along with Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay, Vice President of the Healthcare Division, and senior officials from Thumbay Medicity, welcomed the Ambassador.

The Ambassador toured Gulf Medical University, a key institution in the region known for its contributions to medical education and research. He also visited the Thumbay Research Institute for Precision Medicine, which is focused on advancing personalized healthcare through cutting-edge research.

The visit extended to several healthcare facilities under Thumbay Medicity, including Thumbay Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Hospital, known for its comprehensive rehabilitative care, Thumbay Dental Hospital, providing advanced dental treatments, and Thumbay University Hospital, a state-of-the-art facility offering a wide range of medical services.

During discussions with Dr. Thumbay Moideen and Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay, the Ambassador explored the potential for enhanced collaboration between Indian and UAE institutions in healthcare and education. Both sides emphasized the importance of building stronger partnerships to promote innovation and excellence in these fields.

Speaking about the visit, Dr. Thumbay Moideen said, “We are privileged to host H. E. Shri Sunjay Sudhir. His visit reflects the shared vision of India and the UAE to achieve excellence in healthcare and education. We are optimistic about future collaborations that can bring significant advancements.”

The Ambassador commended Thumbay Medicity’s initiatives, stating, “Thumbay Group’s contributions to healthcare and medical education showcase the visionary leadership driving progress in the region. The facilities here are an inspiring example of how innovation can shape the future of medicine and research.”

Thumbay Medicity is recognized as a leading center for healthcare and medical education in the Middle East, with its institutions contributing significantly to research, innovation, and patient-centered care.

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Melbourne (PTI): Former Australian hockey player Michael Nobbs, who coached the Indian men's team at the 2012 London Olympics, has died after a prolonged illness.

He was 72 years old and is survived by his wife Lee Capes, a former Australian women's international and daughter Kaitlin, who is a current Hockeyroos star.

"Hockey Australia extends its deepest condolences to Michael’s family, friends, former teammates, players and all those whose lives and careers were shaped by his contribution to hockey. He will be remembered as a proud Kookaburra, a respected professional, and a servant of the sport," Hockey Australia said in a statement.

Nobbs represented Australia as a defender, playing across the half-back line and at fullback, and was renowned for his reliability, fitness and professionalism. He earned 76 international caps for Australia between 1979 and 1985, scoring one goal, and was a member of one of the strongest eras in Australian men’s hockey, said Hockey Australia on its website in its tribute.

Nobbs was an integral part of the Australian teams that competed at the 1981 Hockey World Cup in Bombay and the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics.

While part of a generation widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest, he consistently held his place through hard work, discipline and trust earned from teammates and coaches, Hockey Australia wrote.

Nobbs took over the coaching of the Indian men's team in 2011 after it had failed to qualify for the Beijing Games in 2008. While India were brilliant in the qualifiers, the team finished last at the London extravaganza which also expedited the Australian coach's sacking.

Apart from India, Nobbs also coached Japan.