Thumbay Hospital – Dubai, the leading academic hospital under Thumbay Group’s Healthcare Division, organized an ECG Symposium at Marriott Hotel Al Jaddaf, Dubai on 5^th October 2018. Around 150 doctors participated in the event which had expert sessions led by renowned cardiologists and specialist doctors, dealing with various aspects of ECG in detail. The symposium was accredited by MOHAP for 7.5 CME hours.

Topics discussed included:

• Basic EKG – Dr. Srinath Kidambi, Consultant Cardiologist, SKMC – Abu Dhabi
• Atrial and Ventricular Enlargement – Dr. Mohamed Houcem Amiour, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, Thumbay Hospital, Dubai
• ECG in myocardial, pericardial diseases and metabolic abnormalities – Dr. Ehab M. Esheiba, Head of Cardiology Department, Thumbay Hospital, Ajman
• Supra Ventricular Arrhtythmias – Dr. Amrish Agrawal, Fellow Cardiology (Australia), FCSI, Consultant Cardiologist, Assistant Professor of Medicine, Fujairah Hospital
• Common Arrhythmia’s in ER: A guide to rapid recognition & management – Dr. Mahmoud Ghanaim, Consultant and Head of the Emergency Department, Dubai Hospital, Dubai
• ECG changes in myocardial infarction – Dr. Mohamed Shehata, Consultant Interventional cardiologist, Thumbay Hospital, Dubai
• ECG in pediatric age group – Dr. Pratima Anand, Consultant, Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi

The symposium was organized with the aim of providing an opportunity for those involved with electrocardiography, to improve their ECG interpretation skills and techniques. All speakers were honored with mementos. The participants were awarded certificates.

Gulf Medical University (GMU), Ajman, the leading private medical University in the Gulf region continues to expand its portfolio of strategic partnerships by tying up with internationally renowned universities and institutions. The latest addition to GMU’s strategic partners is the prestigious Beirut Arab University (BAU), Lebanon.

A MoU to jointly promote academic exchange between GMU and BAU, and to develop academic and educational cooperation was signed between both the universities on 7^th October 2018, at the at the Gulf Medical University campus. The signatories were represented by Prof. Hossam Hamdy, Chancellor of GMU and Prof. Dr. Amr Galal El-Adawi, President of BAU. According to the agreement, both the universities will promote exchange of faculty, researchers and students, in addition to joining hands for developing clinical research activities, collaborative research projects and joint publications, as well as exchange of academic materials.

Prof. Hossam Hamdy said that the MoU will be activated across all colleges of GMU. “Deans of the corresponding colleges of both universities will periodically interact with each other to develop new programs and joint programs. The healthcare, academia and research components will be integrated along the lines of the Gulf Medical University Academic Health System (GMUAHS),” he explained. He added that the Thumbay Research Institute for Precision Medicine (TRIPM), the advanced research facility under GMUAHS would be the focal point of joint initiatives and programs in the field of cancer research.

Speaking about the agreement for academic partnership between GMU and BAU, Prof. Dr. Amr Galal El-Adawi said, “I am pleased to visit GMU and sign the agreement of collaboration with GMU in healthcare, academia and research. I hope this MoU would mutually benefit both the universities. We hope to have various joint programs like seminars and workshops from time to time.”

BAU’s visiting delegation also met Dr. Thumbay Moideen – Founder, President Board of Trustees GMU and Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay – Vice President of the Healthcare Division of Thumbay Group.

About the Partnering Universities

Gulf Medical University, Ajman is the biggest private medical university of the Gulf region, with prestigious regional and international collaborations and multiple global accreditations. It offers undergraduate programs in Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Biomedical Sciences , Associate Degree in Pre-Clinical Sciences (ADPCS) and Bachelor of Science courses in Anesthesia Technology, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Imaging Sciences and Nursing. Masters programs include: Joint Masters in Health Professions Education with FAIMER, US & CenMEDIC, UK; Masters in Public Health in collaboration with the University of Arizona, US; Master of Physical Therapy, Master in Clinical Pharmacy (MPHARM in Clinical Pharmacy) in collaboration with Virginia Commonwealth University, US & Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi; Masters in Environmental Health and Toxicology; Masters in Periodontics and Masters in Endodontics. GMU attracts students from new countries each year, and the University’s student community is approximately 2000-strong today, hailing from more than 80 countries. In 2017, GMU was ranked among the top 50 medical universities in the Middle East.

Beirut Arab University is a leading Lebanese private university located in Beirut, Lebanon. It was founded in 1960. The university is ranked among the top universities in the Arab Region by 2015/16 QS World University Rankings. The university has over 10,000 students across its 3 campuses, and offers programs from undergraduate and postgraduate courses to doctorate degrees. The University comprises 10 faculties including Arts, Law & Political Science, Business Administration, Architectural Engineering, Engineering, Science, Pharmacy, Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences.

Thumbay Hospital Day Care – University City Road, Muweilah, Sharjah conducted ‘Doctors Meet 2018’ on 10th October 2018.

The Chief Operating Officer of the hospital Dr. G. S. Monga welcomed the delegates. Dr. Jaykumar – Acting Medical Director briefed the attendees about the hospital’s facilities. Dr. Sujjad Al Badran – Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Gaurav Singh – Specialist Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Meenaxi Upadhaya – Specialist OBG, Dr. Reda Abdelrahim Aly Taha – Specialist Pediatrics, Dr. Prasun Bhattacharya – Specialist Pediatrics, Dr. Sunil Mittal – Specialist General Surgery, Dr. Rohini Jose – Specialist ENT, Dr. Santhosh Kumar- Specialist Radiology, Dr. Arun Srivastava- Specialist Anesthesia explained to the delegates in detail, regarding the same-day surgeries and procedures available at the hospital.

The attendees also interacted with the hospital’s specialist doctors and toured its advanced facilities. More than 50 doctors attended the program.

In his article titled “Medical College of the Future: From Informative to Transformative” published in the top medical education journal ‘The Medical Teacher’, Prof. Hossam Hamdy stressed that Medicine above all  is a social science.  Early clinical exposure, molecular medicine, genetics, Artificial Intelligence and research are vital to transform medical students into healthcare professionals of the future

“The complexity of medical education and healthcare systems is a ‘wicked problem’, and change will be a continuous iteration between evaluation and revaluation,” says Prof. Hossam Hamdy, the Chancellor of Gulf Medical University, Ajman, in his latest article published in ‘The Medical Teacher’. A world-renowned academician and pediatric surgeon, Prof. Hossam Hamdy also argues that medicine is a social science and it is important for students to be embedded in the work environment from year one, day one.

“Academic Healthcare Systems will be the norm not the exceptional. The training of students will be in all healthcare related facilities in the community. Public-private partnership in education and research will spread and become more regulated and encouraged,” Prof. Hossam Hamdy says in his article, referring to the present and emerging trends in medical education.

He also states that medical admission to schools must have a different selection method for aspiring students, and that the curriculum must be more context related evaluating competencies and entrustability will be the norms. “Entrustable professional activities will be measured more frequently at different points of the students learning trajectory. Research and innovation will be integral to the students’ learning experience,” he stressed, suggesting that medical students should be exposed to how researchers think and behave and be embedded early in a research environment.

“The medical college of the future will be using advanced technology which will be disruptive and transform existing educational models. E-Learning materials will be shared by consortia of collaborating medical colleges from all around the world. Artificial intelligence and machine learning will influence how students learn,” he says, explaining the transformations future medical institutions would undergo. “Next generation physicians should be competent in treating the next generation of patients while maintaining the health of the population,” he adds.

As a leading private medical University in the Middle East drawing students from more than 80 countries and employing faculty and staff from over 25 countries, the Gulf Medical University (GMU), Ajman has always been at the forefront of innovation in medical education and healthcare. Bagged Gold at the prestigious Sheikh Khalifa Excellence Awards, 2018. The Gulf Medical University Academic Health System (GMUAHS) is the only one of its kind in the region’s private sector, linking the healthcare, medical education and research. GMU has advanced teaching, training and research technologies. The Virtual Patient Learning (VPL) of GMU was developed by the University in partnership with Lifelike a Swiss Technology company. It is the most sophisticated simulator with the highest fidelity using artificial intelligence and problem-based learning in medical education. Prof. Hamdy believes that with all these advances in technology and sciences and so long the patient, health professional, students and teachers are human, it’s all how they communicate, interact with and understand each other. That will change.

Gulf Medical University (GMU), Ajman has been featured on the cover of the renowned international education publication Knowledge Review Magazine, published from Ohio, US. The magazine has included GMU in its list of ‘10 Best Value Institutes in UAE 2018’.

The biggest private medical university in the Gulf region, GMU’s state-of-the-art training/teaching facilities, international collaborations and recognitions, a full-fledged academic system and new launched programs and colleges have consolidated its reputation as one of the most sought-after destinations for cutting-edge medical education, attracting student applications in large numbers to various courses. It is owned and run by Thumbay Group, a diversified international business conglomerate headquartered at DIFC – Dubai.

The cover-story credits GMU with “bringing the valued education on Medical Sciences to the shores of the Persian Gulf.” Citing Medical Education, Healthcare and Research as the three core areas of GMU, the article states that the Gulf Medical University Academic Health System (GMUAHS) links the healthcare, medical education and research functions on its own. “The university has infrastructure and facilities which are at par with international standards. Apart from the academic programs, Gulf Medical University is at the forefront of Continuing Medical Education and Continuing Professional Development Programs. The university has also been organizing international and regional conferences and symposia,” it says.

Talking about the academic leadership of the university, the article says, “The Chancellor of GMU, Prof. Hossam Hamdy has been a guide, a master and a visionary for the university. With a bagful of prestigious degrees under his name he has been the right taskmaster taking GMU to the heights.” Further, it also mentions GMU’s recent ranking among the top 50 medical universities in the Middle East, and its winning Gold at the prestigious Sheikh Khalifa Excellence Awards, 2018.

The article calls GMU a “dynamic campus buzzing with student activities throughout the year,” and notes that students are strongly encouraged to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities, for their overall personality development. “GMU has students from over 80 countries and faculty/staff from more than 25 countries. The University has a friendly setting for students from different cultural backgrounds to co-exist and pursue their career ambitions in an atmosphere of mutual respect and professional camaraderie,” it adds. In terms of program offerings, the article says that GMU is the biggest university in the region offering 23 different undergraduate and postgraduate programs. “GMU enjoys a robust collaboration with a number of prestigious universities around the world, such as the University of Arizona, Virginia Commonwealth University, Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee – USA, University of Saint Joseph School of Pharmacy in Connecticut, German Heidelberg University, American University in Cairo, University of Ghana, Medical University of Lublin, Tokyo Medical & Dental University, etc., as well as research institutes such as the Gustave Rossi Cancer Research Institute – France.”

Terming GMU graduates as being “among the most employable healthcare professionals in the region,” the article states that research-based approach to learning, early exposure to clinical cases and being mentored by some of the leading professionals-cum-academicians gives GMU graduates the competitive edge over the others. “GMU alumni are pursuing high-flying medical careers in the U.S.A, the U.K, the Middle-East countries, Canada, and Australia, among many others. Many of its students also enroll for higher studies in their chosen areas of specialization.  Around 25% of its graduates are admitted to numerous medical schools in the United States for
further training.”

Thumbay Builders, one of the largest construction companies in the Northern Emirates operated by the Construction & Renovation Division of Thumbay Group, was honored with the ‘Healthcare Project of the Year’ award at the third annual Construction Innovation Awards 2018 held at Habtoor Palace, LXR Hotels & Resorts, Dubai on 17^th October 2018. The awards function was organized by Construction Business News, the leading construction magazine published by BNC Publishers.

Mr. Akram Moideen Thumbay, Director-Operations of the Construction & Renovation Division of Thumbay Group, accompanied by Mr. Farwaz P.C., COO of Thumbay Builders, received the ‘Healthcare Project of the Year’ award at the function.

Thumbay Builders was chosen for the award on account of the two recently inaugurated state-of-the-art healthcare facilities at Thumbay Medicity: the Thumbay Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Hospital (TPTRH) – the biggest and most advanced hospital for physical therapy and rehabilitation and the Thumbay Dental Hospital – the first private dental hospital in the country and the largest academic dental hospital in the Middle East region’s private sector. These hospitals are considered unique in the region due to their cutting-edge technology and facilities.

Mr. Akram Moideen Thumbay said that the award recognizes Thumbay Builders’ reputation as specialized builders of world-class healthcare facilities. “Thumbay Builders has always focused on integrating the latest technology with the efficient use of resources, delivering unmatched customer satisfaction. With our team of expert professionals and latest technology, we have demonstrated the capability and expertise to execute high-end construction projects in healthcare, education, hospitality etc., in the UAE as well as in India,” he said.

Thumbay Builders was founded by Dr. Thumbay Moideen, the Founder President of Thumbay Group. It offers facilities in designing, developing and constructing real estate. Some of the prestigious projects handled by Thumbay Builders in the UAE include the Gulf Medical University, Thumbay Hospital, Thumbay Pharmacy, Body & Soul Health Club & Spa, Blends & Brews Coffee Shoppe, and The Terrace Restaurant. The soon-to-open 500-bed academic hospital – Thumbay University Hospital – the largest private academic hospital in the region coming up at Thumbay Medicity is also being constructed by Thumbay Builders.

Thumbay Hospital – Ajman, the leading academic hospital under Thumbay Group’s Healthcare Division celebrated its 16^th Anniversary on 17^th October 2018.

Inaugurated in 2002, Thumbay Hospital – Ajman has the distinction of being the first private teaching hospital in the UAE, as well as the first JCI-accredited hospital in the Emirate. Part of the Gulf Medical University Academic Health System (GMUAHS), the first private academic health system in the region, Thumbay Hospital Ajman provides clinical training to the students of Gulf Medical University.

Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President of Thumbay Group said that the 16^th anniversary of Thumbay Group’s first healthcare establishment marks a significant moment in the group’s journey. “When Thumbay Hospital Ajman was built, it was primarily with the purpose of providing adequate training facilities to the students of Gulf Medical University, Ajman. However, the hospital soon became a popular healthcare destination in the country, driving the growth of our healthcare division under which we today have a network of academic hospitals, family clinics as well as diagnostic centers, presently operating across the UAE as well as in India and Africa.”

Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay, Vice President of the healthcare division of Thumbay Group said that the Thumbay Hospital network has evolved as a benchmark of quality academic healthcare in the country. “The Thumbay Hospital network has built a strong reputation boasting expert healthcare professionals and state-of-the-art facilities. On this occasion, we renew and reiterate our commitment towards providing safe, innovative and reliable healthcare of the highest standards,” he said.

Dr. Hilol Kanti Pal – Medical Director, Mr. Mohammad Abufara – COO, were extremely delighted to celebrate this occasion, along with members of the hospital faculty and staff.

Thumbay Hospital, Ajman offers services across all major medical specialties and has advanced facilities such as Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, Neonatal ICU (level 3), ICU, Dialysis, Advanced Radiology & Lab Services, Interventional Radiology, Interventional Neurology, Minimal Invasive Surgeries, Bariatric (weight-loss) Surgery, State-of-the-Art Modular Operating Theatres, Pediatric Surgery, Women Wellness, Neonatal Screening, Super Specialty Dental Center etc. The hospital also offers special antenatal packages, painless delivery services, executive labor and delivery suite (private), state-of-the-art equipment, 24-hours emergency and in-patient services.

Thumbay Hospitals and clinics are located at Dubai, Sharjah, Fujairah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain and Ras Al Khaimah in the UAE as well as in Hyderabad-India and Africa. All Thumbay Hospitals have exclusive Medical Tourism departments as well as Marhaba Services for personalized patient services.

Thumbay Medical & Dental Specialty Centre Sharjah conducted Health Awareness & First Aid Camp in association with Thumbay Hospital Ajman at Wanderers Sports Club Sharjah on 19^th October 2018. Around 500 sports men and women got benefited with the presence for Thumbay Group Medical Staffs.

About Thumbay Medical & Dental Speciality Centre, Sharjah

Thumbay Medical & Dental Specialty Centre, Sharjah (previously known as GMC Medical & Dental Specialty Centre, Sharjah) is a constituent unit of Thumbay Group, a full-fledged multi-specialty Centre with world class ultra-modern facilities providing quality healthcare at affordable prices, rendering quality service to the community for more than 7 years. This center also supports clinical teaching activities of the Dental College of Gulf Medical University. The Centre has facility for outpatients, pharmacy, radiology and a laboratory, benefiting patients from the area. The Centre is equipped with various specialty departments & services supported by highly qualified and experienced doctors, strong team of Nursing, Paramedics & Technicians.

Over 150 ladies participated in the program. Malabar Adukkala conducted saladiucious contest through social media, Prizes were awarded to the winners of Salad competition, the first prize Samsung TV, 2^nd prize Samsung Mobile and 3^rd prize ZO & MO optical GIFT. Malabar Adukkala and team were presented with Momentos and certificates, as a mark of appreciation for their support to the program.

Thumbay Hospital Day Care Rolla Launched the Exclusive Well Woman Clinic on the day of Breast Cancer Awareness. Well Women Clinic Launched with the purpose of serving patients looking for treatment including lifestyle diseases, Infertility, Menstrual Disorders, Menopause and adolescent care.

Thumbay Group has entered into an agreement with the Government of Serbia, to establish Gulf Medical University and Thumbay Hospital in Belgrade. The agreement was signed on 22^nd October 2018 by Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President of Thumbay Group on behalf of Thumbay Group and Dr. Zlatibor Loncar- Minister of Health of the Republic of Serbia and Teaching Assistant, Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade and Prof. Mladen Sarcevic – Minister of Education of the Republic of Serbia, representing the Serbian government.

Besides the ministers, the high-level delegation from Serbia included Prof. Dr. Sanja Radojevic-Škodric- Director of National Health Insurance Fund and professor of Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade; Prof. Dr Milika Asanin- Director of the Clinical Center of Serbia and Professor of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Ms. Ana Langović Milićević  – Deputy Minister of Education and Mr. Marko Pavlovic- Advisor of  Minister of Health. The delegates were presented with the mission and future directions of Thumbay Group and Gulf Medical University and they toured the advance facilities for education, healthcare and research, at Thumbay Medicity. The MoU was signed in the presence of the Serbian Ambassador to UAE.

Thumbay Group’s University and hospital in Belgrade will be built in phases, expected to be fully operational in 2020. “Thumbay Group is looking for equity partners to invest in the project, and we are preparing to go public by 2023,” said Dr. Thumbay Moideen. He further said that Thumbay Group was honored to sign the MoU with the government of Serbia. “We look forward with great enthusiasm to strengthening our collaborations and to provide new opportunities for mutual cooperation in the areas of education, healthcare and research, our three core areas.

Dr. Thumbay Moideen added that the MoU was part of Thumbay Group’s strategic plans which aim to increase the size of its businesses about ten times and increase its employee strength to 25,000 by 2022, apart from expanding its global spread. Accordingly, the group plans to open three new University campuses across 3 different countries. In addition, the strategic plans also envision an increase in capacity of the Thumbay academic hospital network to 1000 beds in the UAE, 1500 beds in India and 750 beds elsewhere in the Gulf and in Africa.

Two more agreements were signed with the delegation. The clinical cooperation agreement between Clinical Center Serbia and Thumbay Group for clinical training of the students of Gulf Medical University – Belgrade, was signed by Dr. Thumbay Moideen with the Dean, University of Belgrade and Director – Clinical Training Center – Belgrade. The MoU between Clinical Center Serbia and Gulf Medical University – UAE for academic cooperation was signed by Prof. Hossam Hamdy, Chancellor of GMU with the Dean, University of Belgrade and Director – Clinical Training Center – Belgrade.

Owned and operated by Thumbay Group, Gulf Medical University (GMU), Ajman is the biggest private medical university in the Middle East region. Founded in 1998, it has students from over 80 countries and faculty/staff from around 25 countries. The Gulf Medical University Academic Health System (GMUAHS) is the first of its kind in the region’s private sector. Thumbay Hospital is the biggest private academic hospital network in the region, operating under the healthcare division of Thumbay Group and serving patients from around 175 nationalities. GMU together with the Thumbay Hospital network trains close to trains close to 20 percent of the doctors and 60 percent of the healthcare professionals in the UAE

Thumbay Medical & Dental Specialty Centre Sharjah conducted Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign  at Med Pharma Sharjah on 21^st October 2018.

The female Staff members of the organization got benefited with the Talk and Lecture in Pink Ribbon Event. Dr. Jyoti Pande (Specialist Gynecologist) conducted a free health talk session about the Awareness and Prevention of Breast Cancer.

About Thumbay Medical & Dental Speciality Centre, Sharjah

Thumbay Medical & Dental Specialty Centre, Sharjah (previously known as GMC Medical & Dental Specialty Centre, Sharjah) is a constituent unit of Thumbay Group, a full-fledged multi-specialty Centre with world class ultra-modern facilities providing quality healthcare at affordable prices, rendering quality service to the community for more than 7 years. This center also supports clinical teaching activities of the Dental College of Gulf Medical University. The Centre has facility for outpatients, pharmacy, radiology and a laboratory, benefiting patients from the area. The Centre is equipped with various specialty departments & services supported by highly qualified and experienced doctors, strong team of Nursing, Paramedics & Technicians.

Thumbay Hospital Day Care, University City Road, Muweilah – Sharjah, the leading day care hospital under Thumbay Group’s healthcare division conducted a free Breast Cancer Awareness talk by Specialist Gynecologist Dr. Meenaxi Upadhaya for the teachers and for the parents at India International School Sharjah on 24th October 2018.

Thumbay Hospital Day Care, University City Road, Muweilah – Sharjah, the leading day care hospital under Thumbay Group’s healthcare division conducted a free Breast Cancer Awareness talk by Specialist Gynecologist Dr. Meenaxi Upadhaya for the teachers and for the parents at Our Own English School Sharjah on 24th October 2018.

GMU MASE 2018 had on display around 900 exhibits in the project, poster and painting categories by talented young students from across schools in the UAE, competing for cash prizes of AED. 25,000 in total

An automated device to prevent children being left inside locked cars, a method to generating electricity from doors, a smart helmet which gives bike riders a 360 degree vision of their surroundings and a system prevents children from falling off balconies were some of the projects on display at the Gulf Medical University’s 12^th annual Medical and Science Exhibition (MASE) on 24^th and 25^th October 2018, where around 2000 students from 65 schools vied for prizes in the projects, posters and paintings categories.

The event was officially inaugurated on Wednesday, 24th October 2018 by Prof. Manda Venkatramana, Vice Provost – Academics, Gulf Medical University, in the presence of the Deans and students of the University and participating students and school authorities.

Students of grades 10, 11 and 12 from across the country exhibited around over 300 projects, 300 posters and around 250 paintings based on science and medicine, vying for total cash prizes of AED 25,000, in addition to trophies and certificates. The competitions were judged by a panel comprising of leading doctors, professors and medical science professionals.

Explaining the aim of the annual exhibition, Prof. Hossam Hamdy, the Chancellor of Gulf Medical University (GMU) said, “Every year GMU MASE stimulates the creative talents of young scientists and instills in them an interest in medical and science based careers. GMU MASE gives students the chance to see and experience theoretical concepts in action. This infuses scientific temper in them and transforms their perspectives and approaches.”

Projects included many innovative prototypes, most of them attempting to solve the challenges and issues of everyday life. Ruchika, Sakshi, Nashita and Samrin, grade 11 students from The Millennium School Dubai displayed an advanced project called ‘Hot Cars’ to ensure the safety of children in the summer heat. “Every year, an average of 156 children die in overheated cars. Our project presents an electronic system which senses the presence of children in a locked car and maintains a safe temperature within. It works even when the engine is switched off,” they explained.

The ‘Balcony Life Saver’ by Thomas, Jason, Allen and Niju, grade 12 students of Indian School Ajman was yet another notable project. Seeking to address the issue of children falling off balconies, the working model demonstrated how the parent would receive an instant alert on his/her mobile phone as soon as a child enters the balcony, at the same time activating a self-deploying net which would ensure the child’s safety in case of a fall.

Rishab and Rahil from The Millennium School Dubai presented the ‘DynaDoor Project’, a unique way of generating electricity form of doors, by converting the physical energy generated from opening/closing doors to electrical energy. “Considering that our school has around a hundred doors which are used every day, the electricity thus generated can be used to light up a one-bedroom flat for a week,” explained Rishab. The project had won the people’s choice award at the DEWA Conservation Awards.

Apart from working models, students also presented still models and charts about various medical and scientific advancements, diseases, lifestyle issues etc. The paintings on display also won the admiration of visitors.

The winners were declared and prizes awarded at the closing ceremony on Thursday, 25th October. Apart from the overall championship, prizes were awarded in 35 team and individual categories, including viewers’ choice awards.

Thumbay Medical & Dental Specialty Centre Sharjah conducted Health Awareness Camp at Wanderers Sports Club Sharjah on 2^ndNovember, 2018. Around 76 Employees & Members got benefited with the presence for Thumbay Medical & Dental Specialty Centre Sharjah.

About Thumbay Medical & Dental Speciality Centre, Sharjah

Thumbay Medical & Dental Specialty Centre, Sharjah (previously known as GMC Medical & Dental Specialty Centre, Sharjah) is a constituent unit of Thumbay Group, a full-fledged multi-specialty Centre with world class ultra-modern facilities providing quality healthcare at affordable prices, rendering quality service to the community for more than 7 years. This center also supports clinical teaching activities of the Dental College of Gulf Medical University. The Centre has facility for outpatients, pharmacy, radiology and a laboratory, benefiting patients from the area. The Centre is equipped with various specialty departments & services supported by highly qualified and experienced doctors, strong team of Nursing, Paramedics & Technicians.

Thumbay Hospital – Fujairah, the leading academic hospital under Thumbay Group’s Healthcare Division organized a week-long Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign from 23^rd to 30^th October 2018, with a series of activities aimed at promoting awareness on Breast Cancer and emphasizing the importance of early detection.

As part of the campaign, Thumbay Hospital – Fujairah organized a series of health talk across corporates on breast cancer awareness. The hospital also offered free breast cancer screening support through mammography & surgeon’s consultation. Many women availed the free screening.

The highlight of the hospital’s breast cancer awareness programs was the walkathon organized with the support of Emirates Red Crescent – Fujairah, Fujairah Police, Fujairah Radio & many other well-wishers, which was highly effective in educating the public and encouraging women to undergo periodic screenings for early detection. The walkathon was inaugurated by H. E. Mr. Abdallah Al Dhanhani, Director General, Emirates Red Crescent, Fujairah and Dr. Mohammed Faisal Parvez, Chief Operating Officer, Thumbay Hospital Fujairah.

The Management of Thumbay Hospital, Fujairah announced that the hospital has plans to conduct more awareness activities focused on women’s health across organizations in the Emirate.

Thumbay Hospital Day Care – University City Road Muweilah, Sharjah successfully conducted FREE ANTENATAL CLASS for the pregnant women on 3rd September 2018. The program included a brief presentation with interactive session by  the Specialist Gynecologist Dr. Meenaxi Upadhaya followed by Lucky draw event.

Gulf Medical University (GMU), Ajman, the biggest private medical university in the Middle East region celebrated its 20^th anniversary on 5^th November 2018, with a special ceremony attended by Dr. Thumbay Moideen – Founder, President Board of Trustees GMU, Prof. Hossam Hamdy – Chancellor of GMU, Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay – Vice President of the Healthcare Division of Thumbay Group, Vice Provost and Deans of the colleges of the University as well as other staff and students. The celebration was an occasion to reflect on GMU’s achievements till date, at the same time reaffirming the commitment to future directions and aspirations.

Dr. Thumbay Moideen said that GMU’s completion of 20 years marks an important milestone in its pursuit of growth and success. “From humble beginnings as the region’s first private medical University, today, two decades since its inception, GMU stands tall as the region’s only private Academic Health System, delivering futuristic medical education at the same time playing an important role in providing state-of-the-art healthcare and promoting innovative research. The evolution of GMU as one of the most popular destinations of advanced medical education, healthcare and research in the region is the result of dedication and hardwork, not to mention GMU’s philosophy of constant innovation and above all, the Grace of the Almighty. We have received excellent support from the government, throughout this journey,” he said.

Prof. Hossam Hamdy said that GMU has built a unique model in the form of the Gulf Medical University Academic Health System (GMUAHS), showing the world that the future of medical education is ‘systems’ linking education, healthcare and research. “We now have 7 colleges and 26 accredited programs, with many new programs expected to receive accreditation soon.” he said. He added that admissions for the academic year 2018-19 are now open for various courses.

GMU enjoys a robust collaboration with a number of prestigious universities around the world, such as the University of Arizona, Virginia Commonwealth University, Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee – USA, University of Saint Joseph School of Pharmacy in Connecticut, German Heidelberg University, American University in Cairo, University of Ghana, Medical University of Lublin, Tokyo Medical & Dental University, etc., as well as research institutes such as the Gustave Rossi Cancer Research Institute – France. GMU uses the latest technologies like Virtual Patient Learning (VPL), its own simulation program,  in teaching and training students across all majors, to ensure their workplace readiness once they graduate.

Research is an important strategic direction of GMUAHS. The Thumbay Research Institute for Precision Medicine leads research in the field of cancer biology and immunology, with international collaboration with France, Poland and Korea. In terms of advancing healthcare in the UAE and globally, GMU has launched three medical researches: Cancer Immunology and experimental oncology; Tumor genetic instability and immunogenicity; and biomarkers and functional genomics.

GMU attracts students from new countries each year, and the University’s student community is approximately 2000-strong today, hailing from more than 80 countries. The student population is growing every year.  GMU has been ranked among the top 50 medical universities in the Middle East by US News. bagged Gold at the prestigious Sheikh Khalifa Excellence Awards, 2018. GMU also secured top positions in e-learning regionally and globally at the Wharton QS-Stars  Reimagine Education Conference & Awards 2018 in the USA, in addition to obtaining 5 stars in teaching and community engagement by QS. The University also received the prestigious Dubai Quality Appreciation Award this year, for the 2017 assessment cycle.

The strategic plans of Gulf Medical University include increasing its global footprint by setting up three new medical university campuses in three different countries. GMU aspires to transform into a research-based university by 2025.

Gulf Medical University (GMU), Ajman, the leading private medical university in the Middle East region has entered into strategic partnership with Military Medical Academy (MMA), Egypt, a prestigious institution of medical education and research.

A Memorandum of Understanding for collaboration between the two institutions was signed at the GMU campus on 5^th November 2018, by Prof. Hossam Hamdy – Chancellor of GMU and Major General Dr. Ahmed Al-Taoudi – President of the Military Medical Academy, representing the respective institutions.

Prof. Hossam Hamdy said that the MoU was an official agreement to formalize the relation between both the institutions. “GMU has been collaborating with MMA on various fronts for some time now, but this agreement formalizes it. The agreement includes offering joint programs and training for professional development, including in areas such as Aviation Medicine, Diving Medicine, Hyperbaric Oxygen Theapy, Trauma Management, etc. The jointly developed programs will be delivered to students and graduates as well as to physicians and health professionals,” he explained.

Major General Dr. Ahmed Al-Taoudi described GMU as an “impressive facility with state-of-the-lab research facilities and advanced labs.” He said that he was particularly impressed by the labs of GMU, which enables teaching and diagnostic testing to coexist, providing an exemplary model of integration highly beneficial for the students to expand their practical knowledge and understanding. He was also highly appreciative of the student-diversity and the harmonious environment for students from 80+ nationalities to bond and cooperate with each other on the path to their healthcare careers. “The MMA offers several trainings, Masters and Doctoral degrees in Aviation Medicine, Diving Medicine, Mass Casualties etc. We will collaborate with GMU to offer these programs for the first time in the Gulf region,” he added.

Major General Dr. Ahmed Al-Taoudi said that research is an important area where both the institutions can collaborate. “The collaboration between MMA and GMU aims to benefit students as well as patients. There is a lot of scope for teamwork between both the institutions. The MoU will facilitate mutual student exchanges for clinical training,” he said.

Thumbay Hospital Day Care – Rolla, Sharjah, the leading multispecialty day care hospital participated in ASPAM Indian International School’s ‘ASPAM AURORA FEST’ on 3rd November 2018 with a variety of health awareness programs for the attendees. The hospital’s services at the program venue included a Breast Cancer Awareness session by Dr. Shalini Somnath (Specialist Obstetrics and Gynecology) , as well as the launch of ‘Cover up Cough Campaign’ by Dr. Naveen Kumar Nanjasetty (Specialist ENT Surgeon) and free health checkup by Dr. Priyanka Hemanth Pansare.

A Samsung Smart TV and other prizes for lucky winners selected from among the attendees of ASPAM AURORA FEST were awarded by Thumbay Hospital Day Care – Rolla. The hospital also distributed health checkup vouchers at the venue. As part of ASPAM AURORA FEST, ‘Sunshine Day’ was celebrated with various fun games for children. Thumbay Hospital’s goody bags were presented to all the contestants.

The management of ASPAM as well as visitors appreciated Thumbay Hospital Day Care – Rolla, Sharjah for the participation.