Ajman/UAE: (Press Release) Marking a major milestone, Thumbay Group celebrates 26 years of prosperous business operations in the United Arab Emirates this August 2024. Founded by Dr. Thumbay Moideen in 1997, the group has grown into a major force in the UAE's healthcare and medical education sectors, with Gulf Medical University as its flagship venture. Through consistent innovation, high standards of quality, and a dedication to community betterment, Thumbay Group has expanded across diverse industries over the years.

Reflecting on the journey, Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President of Thumbay Group, commented, “Our 26-year journey in the UAE affirms the strong bilateral relations between India and the UAE, and the tremendous support we have received from the UAE government and its visionary leaders. Their encouragement has created an ecosystem where Indian entrepreneurs can thrive and contribute meaningfully to the nation’s progress. At Thumbay Group, we remain committed to advancing healthcare and medical education while scaling a culture of innovation.”

As of today, Thumbay Group’s ventures, including Gulf Medical University, have grown to become the largest private medical university operated by an Indian businessman, contributing to 60% of the UAE’s healthcare professionals. Recognized as an Academic Health System, the university excels in healthcare, education, and research. Thumbay Group's growth is marked by an extensive portfolio, encompassing the UAE’s largest private academic hospital network, clinics, pharmacies, and various hospitality ventures. With over 110 touchpoints across the seven emirates and partnerships with 70 global institutions, the Group has treated 11 million patients and graduated 4,000 students from 102 nationalities.

He added, “As we look ahead to Vision 2028, we are motivated about the opportunities to further expand our global footprint and introduce new initiatives that will continue to set benchmarks in the industry.”

The Group’s forward-looking Vision 2028 aims for fivefold growth, with plans to introduce new institutes and expand globally through franchising in markets like Saudi Arabia and Egypt. Gulf Medical University will continue to innovate with new degree programs and international partnerships. The healthcare divisions are planning a comprehensive Oncology Center, an advanced Cosmetology Center, and initiatives in alternative medicine, all while enhancing long-term care facilities.

In 2024, Dr. Thumbay Moideen was awarded an honorary doctorate by Mangalore University, and under his leadership, Gulf Medical University has achieved global recognition, ranking in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings and receiving the ‘Excellence in Research’ award from the UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention. The Thumbay Healthcare Division, recognized globally for its excellence, earned the prestigious JCI Enterprise Accreditation, making it the fifth healthcare entity worldwide to receive this title. The Thumbay Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Hospital, the UAE’s largest and most advanced CARF-accredited facility, exemplifies the Group’s commitment to healthcare excellence.

With aspirational goals to broaden its influence and expand its global footprint in healthcare, education, and community welfare, Thumbay Group is well-positioned for sustained success as it marks 26 years in the United Arab Emirates.

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Visakhapatnam (PTI): India fought back gallantly through Prasidh Krishna and Kuldeep Yadav after Quinton de Kock struck his 23rd hundred, keeping South Africa to a manageable 270 in the third and series-deciding final ODI, here Saturday.

India won the toss after judging the spin of the coin incorrectly 20 times in a row. They had little hesitation in inserting the Proteas into bat, a clear indication of dew factor dominating the thought.

After Arshdeep Singh sent back Ryan Rickelton early, De Kock (106, 89b, 8x4, 6x4) struck his seventh century against India and put on 113 runs off 124 balls with skipper Temba Bavuma (48, 67b) as the visitors moved to a healthy position.

De Kock was severe on Prasidh (4/66), who erred on length continuously in his first spell (2-0-27-0). The left-hander biffed the pacer for 6, 6, 4 in his second over to milk 18 runs.

The 32-year-old quickly pounced on anything that was short, and pacers Prasidh and Harshit offered him plenty of feed on his pet areas.

Bavuma was more sedate, and made runs through those typical dabs and jabs, occasionally unfurling a drive of elan.

De Kock moved to fifty in 42 balls, and never let the tempo down reaching his hundred in 79 balls.

India found temporary relief when Ravindra Jadeja induced a false slash from Bavuma to get caught by Virat Kohli at point.

The tourists got another move on through a 54-run partnership between De Kock and Matthew Breetzkle for the third wicket, and at 168 for two in 28 overs they were in a good position to press on.

But Breetzke's punishment of part-time spinner Tilak Varma forced a rethink in the Indian camp, as skipper KL Rahul brought back Prasidh for a second spell.

What a masterstroke it turned out to be! The Karnataka man broke the back of South Africa’s top and middle order in an exceptional second spell (4-0-11-3).

Breetzke was the first man to go, trapped plumb in front with a straight one and four balls later Aiden Markram uppishly chipped a fuller delivery to Kohli at short covers.

Prasidh soon castled De Kock, whose ugly cross-batted swipe failed to connect a full length delivery from the pacer.

All of a sudden, SA found themselves at a shaky 199 for five, losing three wickets in the space of three overs.

Once Prasidh was done away with the top and middle-order, left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep (4/41) took over and mopped up the tail as SA fell short of even a par total on this track.