• Sample collection at all Thumbay Hospitals and Clinics located at Dubai, Sharjah, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman and Fujairah.

• COVID-19 will be tested by Government approved RT PCR methodology. The results will be sent online.

Thumbay Labs, the largest network of CAP-accredited private diagnostic labs in the region owned by Thumbay Group, has launched COVID-19 testing under authorization by the Ministry of Health (MOH), UAE, augmenting the Coronavirus testing facilities of the country. Sample collection centers have been set up atall Thumbay Hospitals and Clinics located at Dubai, Sharjah, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman and Fujairah.Timings are from 9am to 6pm.

To avail the testing facility, patients may walk in or book an appointment by calling the respective sample collection centers at the Thumbay hospitals and Thumbay clinics, or by contacting the Customer Care number of Thumbay Labs 04 6030555 or 05 66806455 (WhatsApp).Peopleneed to bring their valid Emirates ID to proceed with the test.

The UAE is among the leading countries of the world in terms of number of diagnostic tests conducted for Coronavirus detection. The WHO has already acknowledged the UAE’s status as the country with the most per capita testing numbers. We are happy that Thumbay Labs and Thumbay Hospitals are active participants in the UAE’s fight against the global pandemic.

‘’Humanity is facing unprecedented challenge from COVID-19 pandemic. In the war against novel Coronavirus, lab testing plays a very important role. We, at Thumbay Labs, are committed to lead from the front in this war. Thumbay Labs, known for speed and accuracy of reports, will strive tirelessly to provide quality COVID-19 lab testing for the UAE’s population,’’ said Dr. Nasir Parwaiz, Director, Thumbay Labs.

Thumbay Labs, accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP), is the first network of diagnostic labs in the region featuring Total Lab Automation. With ultramodern equipment’s&highly qualified professionals, Thumbay Labs offer more than 1500 routine and special tests, with a number of affordable health check panels for everyone. They also provide fast online reports.

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Keeping with the social distancing and work-from-home regulations in the UAE in the wake of the worldwide Coronavirus outbreak, Thumbay Dental Hospital, the largest private academic dental hospital in the Middle East located at Thumbay Medicity, Ajman, organized an online celebration to mark its second anniversary, on 11th April 2020.

Dr. Hesham Marei, the Dean of the College of Dentistry, Gulf Medical University (GMU), Ajman was the guest of honor of the event hosted completely on a video conferencing platform, presided by Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Mehta, the COO of Thumbay Hospital, and joined by all the hospital staff from their respective workstations/homes.

Dr. Hesham Marei formally launched the celebrations by playing a video highlighting significant milestones in the hospital’s two year journey.Delivering the introductory speech, Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Mehta spoke about the achievements of the hospital since its inception in April 2018. “During the last two years we have emerged as a leading dental hospital in the region. As of February 2020, our dental specialists have performed over 700 dental implants, 2600 extractions, 6300 restorative procedures, 2000+ crowns, 2000+root canal treatments and 410+ fixed orthodontic treatments,” he said.Thumbay Dental Hospital doctors have also performed an Orthognathic Surgery for facial aesthetic correction, one of the most complicated oral maxillofacial surgeries (the surgery was performed at Thumbay University Hospital). The department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is getting patient referrals for complex oral maxillofacial surgeries.

Thumbay Dental Hospital, with its cutting-edge technology and team of experienced doctors has risen to the forefront of dental hospitals in the region, within a year of its inception. With a built-up area of 37,000 sq. ft. and 60 dental chairs spread across three floors, the hospital has made a reputation of delivering high quality dental services at affordable costs. Staffed by an efficient team of caregivers from multiple nationalities, the hospital provides personalized care according to the needs of individual patients.

An important aspect that differentiates Thumbay Dental Hospital is that it is an academic hospital, part of the Gulf Medical University Academic Health System (GMUAHS). The hospital offers services and treatments in General Dentistry, Endodontics, Paedodontics, Periodontics, Invisalign, Veneers & Lumineers, Dentures, Crowns and Bridges, Simple & Complicated Extractions and Hollywood Smile. Specialized services also include Implants, Orthodontics, Lasers & Endodontic Microscopes, Cosmetic Dentistry, treatment for facial pain, complicated Oral Surgeries and Sleep Apnea. The hospital has an in-house dental lab for accurate dental Prosthesis. It also features dedicated CSSD for Infection Control. The hospital’s advanced facilities also include CBCT 3D Dental Imaging, an advanced X-ray equipment used when regular dental or facial x-rays are not sufficient, for use in dental implantology, oral surgical procedures,cosmetic surgeries, endodontic and periodontics. Thumbay Dental Hospital also has ‘Marhaba Lounge’ for fast-track personalized services to patients.

Commenting on the hospital’s second year of success, Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay, Vice President of Thumbay Group’s healthcare division said, “High quality dental services delivered by expert dental specialists, using the latest technology, is the hallmark of Thumbay Dental Hospital. What drives the hospital’s growing popularity is its emphasis on comprehensive dental health, delivered through compassionate care. Over the course of the last couple of years, the hospital has built an unrivalled reputation as an academic dental hospital offering advanced specialist care under one roof.”

“Through a rational and realistic approach, we support the government & fall in line with the government strategy to defeat the global pandemic,” says Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President.

The Medical Education, Healthcare & Research activities of Thumbay Group have implemented several steps throughout their entities across the various Emirates, aimed at supporting UAE Government’s initiatives in fighting the Coronavirus crisis. The strategy combines technology utilization, safety precautions, awareness programs, training and confidence-building, in addition to discounted treatments, diagnostic tests and pharmacy essentials.

• Gulf Medical University has implemented e-learning to ensure uninterrupted academic session and has extended seamless support to all students.
• The network of Thumbay Hospitals have allocated dedicated beds, kept ready for requirements from MOH, DHA & SEHA. The group is closely working with all authorities and has provided nurses and required assistance to MoH for any requirements.The hospitals are also undertaking activities to spread awareness, and have started setting up tele-consultation for patients, enabling them to get treatment from home. The Infection Control Units under Thumbay Group’s Healthcare Division have sensitized all the healthcare professionals by giving lectures and orientations and conducting live drills in all the centers. The frontline desk staff, emergency nursing staff, ER doctors and ICU doctors have been given special training for prevention, early case identification and isolation. Awareness activities are also being conducted by the Thumbay Clinic network.
• The network of Thumbay Pharmacies are preparing to home-deliver medicines and has announced discounts on essentials like hand-sanitizers. Over-the-counter products are available online for people to buy.
• The CAP-accredited Thumbay Labs in the various Emirates are offering sample collections for general and regular tests from homes to avoid people coming to the hospitals. They have also announced reduced costs for various essential general tests.The central lab has provided required machines and support to the health authorities.
• Under Thumbay Group’s Hospitality Division, the Body & Soul Health Club chain is offering online fitness classes for people to stay fit, whereas the Blends & Brews Coffee Shoppe outlets have introduced several immunity-boosting beverages and nutritional salad recipes to help people eat right and stay healthy.

Open and effective communication is at the center of Thumbay Group’s efforts in creating awareness and preparedness against the COVID-19 threat. The staff and customers are regularly instructed on the importance of sanitization, hand-washing techniques, social distancing, and other precautionary measures. Workplaces have been equipped with more hand sanitizers and hygiene gear, and regular temperature monitoring is conducted to reassure employees and visitors about the safeguards and vigil at the offices. This is in addition to the increased frequency of cleaning and disinfection being carried out. Work-from-home arrangements are also being made wherever possible.

Dr. Thumbay Moideen, the Founder President of Thumbay Group says that the measures taken by the group aims to support the UAE Government’s policies, in alignment with the government directives in this regard. “As a responsible business group, our efforts aim to instil confidence and awareness among our employees, customers and other businesses, so that they are better prepared to ensure their own safety and support the fight against this global pandemic, as the situation continues to evolve. We thank the government for its various initiatives to mitigate the effect of the Coronavirus threat on UAE businesses, residents and visitors,” he said.

Mr. B. Y. Raghavendra, Member of Parliament representing Shimoga district of Karnataka and son of Karnataka Chief Minister, visited Thumbay Medicity, Ajman, UAE – a regional hub of medical education, healthcare and research built by Thumbay Group – on 30^th December 2019. He was greeted at Thumbay Medicity by Dr. Thumbay Moideen – Founder President of Thumbay Group.

Mr. B. Y. Raghavendra toured the advanced healthcare and medical education facilities at Thumbay Medicity including Gulf Medical University – the largest private medical university in the Middle East region, Thumbay University Hospital – with 350 beds, the biggest private academic hospital in the region, Thumbay Dental Hospital – the first private dental hospital in the country and Thumbay Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Hospital – the biggest and most advanced hospital for physical therapy and rehabilitation. He also visited the robotic Thumbay Pharmacy housed within Thumbay University Hospital. Mr. B. Y. Raghavendra commended Thumbay Medicity for the excellent facilities for healthcare and medical education.

The vision, mission and future directions of Thumbay Group and Gulf Medical University – the region’s leading private medical university, as well as the University’s advanced training and teaching facilities were also presented before the guest. He appreciated Thumbay Group’s efforts in bringing the latest technology and innovation in healthcare and medical education to the region.

Dr. Thumbay Moideen said that Thumbay Medicity serves the region as a hub of world-class healthcare and medical education, fully equipped to serve a floating population of 20,000. “The Thumbay University Hospital, combined with the dental and rehabilitation hospitals make Thumbay Medicity a unique destination for specialized care. Thumbay Medicity is also a referral facility to which primary and secondary care hospitals and clinics refer serious cases,” he explained, adding, “The strategic plans of Thumbay Group include the expansion of our global footprint, including setting up new university campuses as well as healthcare and research facilities in different parts of the world.”

Thumbay Medicity also houses Body & Soul Health Club and Spa, Thumbay Food Court, Blends & Brews Coffee Shoppe, Thumbay Pharmacy etc. The specialized hospitals of Thumbay Medicity are Academic Health Centers of the Gulf Medical University Academic Health System (GMUAHS), which give them the unique advantage of having the expertise of doctors who are also academicians and researchers. GMUAHS has the distinction of being the first private academic health system in the region.

• Launches Thumbay Medicity Built with a Project Cost of One Billion Dirhams in Total.
• Hospital to serve 3000 patients per day and to attract patients from across the world
• Thumbay Medicity  in the UAE to serve 15,000+ people daily, when full-fledged, with advanced facilities in education, healthcare and research
• The largest private academic hospital in the region, with 350-bed capacity, with Acute care, Intensive Care facilities & also an exclusive 100-bed Long Term Care & Rehabilitation Unit, a unique Therapeutic Garden and innovative healthcare technologies including a robotic pharmacy

9^th December, 2019; Ajman, UAE: His Highness Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and  Chairman of the Ajman Executive Council inaugurated Thumbay University Hospital, the latest academic hospital of the group, at Thumbay Medicity, Ajman. His Highness also officially launched Thumbay Medicity, the regional hub of futuristic medical education, state-of-the-art healthcare and Research built in Ajman by Thumbay Group with a total investment of over one billion Dirhams.

Thumbay University Hospital is a state-of-the-art family healthcare destination with over a hundred consultation clinics, a dedicated 100-beds long term care and rehabilitation unit, Upcoming Centre for Oncology equipped with PET-CT scan, state-of-the-art center for imaging, 10 modern surgical suites for all major specialties, 10-bed dialysis unit, Cath Lab, ICU/CCU/NICU/PICU etc.

The Hospital has a dedicated floor for the Mother and Child programme including state of art 10 Labor & Delivery Rooms, NICU,SCBU,Well baby Unit,etc. The Thumbay Pharmacy located within Thumbay University Hospital is the biggest robotic pharmacy in the country with automated robotic technology to prepare and dispense medicines for fast track services & accuracy, medication safety. The hospital’s diagnostic lab is connected to the central reference lab of Thumbay Labs through a pneumatic tube system; the largest of its kind in the country. The hospital has a ‘Therapeutic Garden’ for better relaxation and holistic recovery of in-patients. Marhaba Services – personalized fast track services for patients – are available in addition to Presidential Suite Rooms, VIP Rooms, Private Rooms etc. The hospital has a dedicated medical tourism department for serving medical tourists. In addition, Thumbay University Hospital offers a wide range of amenities for patients and visitors, such as a multi-restaurant food court, movie theatre, coffee shops, health club, 1000+ free parking spaces etc. A professional workforce of 25 different nationalities serve patients in 50 different languages.

Dr. Thumbay Moideen said, “Thumbay Medicity is the result of our continued efforts to bring the best to the region, making it a hub of world class healthcare, Education and Research using state-of-the-art technology, experienced medical practitioners and superior facilities. “Thumbay University Hospital aims to evolve as a center of excellence for healthcare at the same time bringing in medical tourists from various parts of the world, transforming the country into the most popular medical tourism destination. The hospital has established international collaborations with various top global healthcare brands in the UAE, France, Spain, Italy and Korea, with the view of taking this vision forward.”

Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay said “Thumbay University Hospital is the only hospital of its kind in the region, equipped with the latest technology and expert healthcare professionals. As a quaternary care facility, it is a referral hospital to which primary and secondary care hospitals and clinics refer their complex cases. We are confident that the hospital would complement the world-class amenities at Thumbay Medicity and set new standards of quality and innovation in healthcare.”

Thumbay University Hospital has established international collaborations with renowned global centers of excellence: Villa Beretta, Facility of the Valduce Hospital in Como – Italy; Children’s Mercy Hospitals and Clinics – Kansas City, US; IMO – Spain; Gruppo Ospedaliero – San Donato, Italy; HopitauxUniversitaries – Paris Sud, France; Hopital Universitaire Mere Enfant – France; Hopital Paul Brousse – France; Institut Cochin – France; BK Plastic Surgery – Korea.

Dr. Faisal Parvez, COO of Thumbay University Hospital added that “We are working to attract patients from all over the world and the hospital will have 3000 Patient per day and grow further and has a capacity of 350 In patient beds with 100 beds dedicated for Long Term care an 50 Beds dedicated for Medical Tourism.

Thumbay Medicity is one of the latest additions to the UAE’s healthcare sector; the first such project in the private sector. It features advanced technology and global expertise, and houses the Gulf Medical University, Thumbay University Hospital, Thumbay Dental Hospital and Thumbay Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Hospital and outlets of Thumbay Pharmacy and Thumbay Labs, in addition to Body & Soul Health Club and Spa, Thumbay Food Court, The Terrace Restaurant, Blends & Brews Coffee Shoppe, and the Thumbay Housing Project to accommodate 2500 staff and students. Having a total area of 1 million sq.ft. and built-up area of 1.2 million sq.ft., Thumbay Medicity will serve 15,000+ people daily, when it is full-fledged.

The hospitals, pharmacies and labs of Thumbay Medicity are part of the Gulf Medical University Academic Health System (GMUAHS), which links the healthcare, medical education and research functions on its own. Hence, they also serve as training sites for the students of Gulf Medical University. Being academic hospitals, they have been designed in such a way as to facilitate learning, at the same time delivering high quality care. Even the Thumbay Food Court has been designed as a ‘Live & Learn’ space, enabling students to relax as well as interact and learn from each other.

The event was presided by Dr. Thumbay Moideen, the Founder President of Thumbay Group, in the presence of Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay – Vice President of the Healthcare Division of Thumbay Group, Mr. Akram Moideen Thumbay – Director Operations of the Construction and Renovation Division and Director of Thumbay Technologies, Dr. Faisal Parvez, COO of Thumbay University Hospital and other members of Thumbay Group’s administrative team.

Thumbay Medical & Dental Specialty Centre Sharjah a part of Thumbay Group, the multinational conglomerate headquartered in DIFC-Dubai organized a Health Awareness Event in coordination with Al Madina Group from 5^th to 7^th September 2019.

The camp was held as part of CSR which included Free Dental Checkup, Free BP & Sugar test by Dr. Ajith Joseph & Mr. Zohaib(Nurse)

Thumbay Medical & Dental Specialty Centre Sharjah has been conducting such health camp as a part of Corporate Social Responsibility at various locations in Sharjah, to raise health awareness among the public. More than 300 People got benefited from the camp said Dr. Manish Singhal Chief Operating Officer & Dr. Shaju Philip Medical Director at Thumbay Medical & Dental Specialty Center Sharjah.

Thumbay Medical & Dental Specialty Centre Sharjah a part of Thumbay Group, the multinational conglomerate headquartered in DIFC-Dubai organized a Dermatology Lecture in coordination with Delhi Private School on 29^thAugust 2019.

The camp was held as part of CSR which included Dermatology Awareness Talk and Basic Medical Counseling by Dr. Saira Hameed Specialist Dermatologist.

Thumbay Medical & Dental Specialty Centre Sharjah has been conducting such health camp as a part of Corporate Social Responsibility at various locations in Sharjah, to raise health awareness among the public. More than 70 Teachers & other Supporting Staff from School got benefited from the camp said Dr. Manish Singhal Chief Operating Officer & Dr. Shaju Philip Medical Director at Thumbay Medical & Dental Specialty Center Sharjah.

As part of the program, the hospital also launched a ‘Healthy Heart Clinic’ to promote cardiac health

Thumbay Hospital Day Care, Rolla-Sharjah, the leading multispecialty day care hospital under Thumbay Group’s Healthcare Division conducted a ‘Mega Health Camp’ in association with Bhima Jewellers on 27^th July 2019. Organized as a CSR activity, the camp offered free health checkups in various specialties like Cardiology, General Surgery, ENT, Orthopedics and OBG as part of the program, which included specialist consultations, medicines, diagnostic tests and X-rays and ECGs free of cost. The free checkups and consultations were availed by hundreds of people; majority of them expectant women and families. RJ Meera Nandan was the chief guest of the event.

A ‘Healthy Heart Clinic’ was also launched as part of the program, as part of the hospital’s efforts to promote awareness on cardiac health and provide high-quality specialized cardiology care to patients. A specialized destination for comprehensive cardiology diagnostics, the ‘Healthy Heart Clinic’ aims to provide professional, timely, hassle-free cardiac diagnostics services to individuals and families.

Gulf Medical University (GMU), Ajman, the leading medical university in the Middle East region, hosted the prestigious MRCPUK PACES (Practical Assessment of Clinical Examination Skills) exam in collaboration with the Federation of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the United Kingdom, at the university campus between the 2^nd and 4^th of  July 2019. With this, GMU has joined the exclusive list of international PACES exam centers in the region hosting this high-profile examination conducted under strict vigilance, in compliance with the stringent standards and guidelines laid down by the Federation of the Royal Colleges of Physicians, UK.

Attempted worldwide, the PACES exams are held two to three times a year in UK and at recognized international exam centers, sat by thousands of doctors around the world. The examination tests trained doctors’ ability to practice medicine safely and efficiently. During the PACES exam, physicians are assessed for their clinical skills, history taking & communication skills. Combined with two written exams, passing qualifies a doctor for the MRCPUK (Member of the Royal College of Physicians, UK) qualification, internationally recognized by many regulators as quality benchmarks of medical knowledge and clinical skills.

Dr. Donald L. Farquhar, International Medical Director (Assessment) said, “GMU is our new center in the region; we are delighted to have a new center as GMU. I’ve been very impressed with the University; this is my third visit here. We’ve worked with them in a partnership to develop the exam center, and we hope in the future to be also involved in training of post-graduate doctors at the soon-to-open Thumbay University Hospital in the campus here. We find GMU to be a very forward-looking, stimulating university with a lot of enthusiasm and can-do attitude.”

Prof. Hossam Hamdy, the Chancellor of GMU said, “We are proud to be an international center for the MRCPUK PACES examination in UAE. This would immensely benefit the young doctors in the UAE and the region, inspiring them to acquire an internationally respected post-graduate qualification. Furthermore, the establishment of the center is in line with GMU’s vision to be a leading international academic healthcare institution through the integration of quality health professions education, research, healthcare and social accountability for sustainable community development.”

Gulf Medical University (GMU), Ajman, the leading medical university in the region, has signed a MoU with the Yemeni Consulate in Dubai, according to which the University will be extending merit-based scholarships to Yemeni students in the UAE and GCC.

The MoU was signed on 4^th July 2019, at the GMU campus, by H.E. Mohammed S. Al Qutaish –Consul General and Prof. Hossam Hamdy, the Chancellor of GMU. According to the agreement, GMU will offer partial scholarships for Yemeni students who fulfill the University’s scholarship criteria. The agreement also envisions academic cooperation between both parties.

Commenting on the agreement, Prof. Hossam Hamdy said, “Gulf Medical University values meritorious students, and our mission is to shape the future of healthcare. We believe that affordability should not be a hurdle to learning; in this Year of Tolerance and as a part of GMU strategic initiatives we offer scholarships to bright students from various nationalities. Nurturing local talent for the UAE and the other countries of the region is important for the growth of the region’s healthcare sector.”

One of the most popular medical universities in the region, GMU boasts a diverse student cohort of 80+ nationalities, and staff/faculty from 30 countries. GMU enjoys a robust collaboration with 60+ prestigious universities around the world. It is located in Thumbay Medicity, the regional hub of futuristic medical education, state-of-the-art healthcare and cutting-edge research. The faculty members are also active medical professionals and practitioners and some of them even researchers, giving students the advantage of learning under some of the most up-to-date experts in the region.

The Six Colleges of Gulf Medical University offering 26 programs are accredited by Commission of Academic Accreditation UAE, also the College of Medicine and College of Pharmacy has received world federation of medical education accreditation and certification from Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education respectively.