New Era of Healthcare Education Begins as Gulf Medical University Strengthens its Academic Health System Implementation

Heralding a new era of healthcare education, Gulf Medical University (GMU), Ajman, the leading medical university in the Middle East region has signed an agreement with the Healthcare Division of Thumbay Group to apply, implement and follow the international standards of academic centers according to the regulations of the Ministry of Education and international accreditation bodies like the Joint Commission International (JCI), across the academic hospitals and clinics of Thumbay Group. The association is the latest in GMU’s efforts to strengthen the implementation of its academic health system.

The agreement was signed at Thumbay Medicity, Ajman on 30^th June 2020, by Prof. Hossam Hamdy, the Chancellor of GMU and Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay, Vice President of the Healthcare Division of Thumbay Group, in the presence of the COOs of various hospitals of the Thumbay Hospital network and Thumbay Clinics.

The agreement also aims to facilitate continuous training of the doctors, nurses and technicians of Thumbay hospitals and clinics by GMU, in addition to collaborating for joint educational programs and translational research, in addition to jointly organizing scientific conferences and continuing professional development programs. The hospitals will also serve as a clinical training site for the students of the University, being the academic health centers of Gulf Medical University Academic Health System (GMUAHS).

Speaking about the agreement, Prof. Hossam Hamdy, the Chancellor of GMU said, “The value of having an Academic Health System integrating academia, healthcare and research becomes all the more important during the COVID-19 pandemic. At the GMU Academic Health System, we were able to quickly transform some of our hospitals into COVID care hospitals, and our central research lab was transformed into a COVID testing facility at very short notice, thanks to the integration of infrastructure and the manpower – including doctors, nurses and student volunteers – within the GMU Academic Health System. Furthermore, this agreement with Thumbay Group’s Healthcare Division paves the way for greater collaborations and partnerships, expanding the clinical training facilities of GMU students who can now learn from leading medical experts and gain hands-on experience on cutting-edge healthcare technology. The internationally accredited systems at Thumbay hospitals and clinics will not only prepare the students for a global healthcare career, but will also equip them with futuristic competencies.”

Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay said that the healthcare division was delighted to partner with GMU. “The agreement with Gulf Medical University will further strengthen the high standards of patient care at Thumbay Hospitals and Thumbay Clinics. We are glad to host GMU students for clinical training at our hospitals and clinics which have a reputation for superior healthcare delivery standards. I am confident that our healthcare team at Thumbay University Hospital will groom the future healthcare professionals of GMU with their extensive experience and knowledge,” he added.

Thumbay Group’s Healthcare Division operates 8 academic hospitals at various locations in the UAE, in addition to the Thumbay Clinic network of 12 family clinics, 46 Thumbay Pharmacy outlets and the largest CAP-accredited private diagnostic labs network comprising 5 Thumbay Labs. All these are part of the Gulf Medical University Academic Health System. The Thumbay Hospital network is the largest private academic hospital chain in the region, and treats patients from as many as 175 nationalities. Thumbay Group has an exclusive medical tourism company, Thumbay Medical Tourism, with has representative offices in 87 countries. Thumbay Group’s Thumbay Medicity in Ajman is a regional hub of medical education, healthcare and research, with its state-of-the-art facilities attracting students, medical professionals, researchers and patients from around the world. The Group employs more than 4000 people across its various businesses.

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Gulf Medical University (GMU), Ajman, the leading medical university in the Middle East region has signed a Agreement with the 350-bed Thumbay University Hospital at Al Jurf, Ajman, according to which the hospital will apply, implement and follow the international standards of academic centers according to the regulations of the Ministry of Education and international accreditation bodies like the Joint Commission International (JCI). The hospital will serve as a clinical training site for the students of the University, being the academic health center of Gulf Medical University Academic Health System (GMUAHS).

Although the Thumbay Hospitals network is being used as academic hospitals, this new hospital has considered its academic role as an integral part of its mission.

The Agreement was signed by Prof. Hossam Hamdy, the Chancellor of GMU and Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay, Vice President of the Healthcare Division of Thumbay Group, in the presence of Dr. Thumbay Moideen, the Founder President of Thumbay Group, the Deans of the Colleges of GMU, and members of the administrative team of Thumbay Group.

The Agreement also aims to facilitate continuous training of the staff of Thumbay University Hospital by GMU, and to collaborate for joint educational programs and translational research, in addition to jointly organizing scientific conferences and continuing professional development programs.

Prof. Hossam Hamdy said that the Agreement marks a significant expansion of GMU’s clinical training facilities. “We are happy to sign this agreement, strengthening our network of healthcare partners within the GMU Academic Health System. This is an important milestone for GMU, as our students will now be trained by some of the leading medical experts at the university hospital. The benefits they stand to gain from such valuable interactions with seasoned physicians and healthcare professionals are manifold, and will help their careers immensely. Moreover, they also get to work on advanced technologies and internationally accredited systems within multiple specialties,” he said.

Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay said that the hospital was delighted to partner with GMU, to facilitate the clinical training of the University’s students. “Thumbay University Hospital has established collaborative partnerships with renowned hospitals and institutions worldwide. Being part of the quality care at the hospital delivered through our various Centers of Excellence, will be an invaluable learning experience for GMU students. We are confident that our healthcare team at Thumbay University Hospital will groom the future healthcare professionals of GMU with their extensive experience and knowledge,” he said.

Elaborating on the facilities of the hospitals, Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay added, “Thumbay University Hospital is a state-of-the-art family healthcare destination having a dedicated 100-bed long term care and rehabilitation unit, Centre for Oncology equipped with PET-CT scan, 10 modern surgical suites for all major specialties, Center for Imaging, Cath Lab, ICU/CCU/NICU/PICU, 10-bed dialysis unit, etc. The Hospital has a dedicated ‘Mother & Child’ floor including 10 Labor & Delivery Rooms, NICU, SCBU, Well Baby Unit, etc. and Marhaba Services – personalized fast track services for patients – in addition to Presidential Suite Rooms, VIP Rooms, Private Rooms 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. GMU and the Thumbay Hospital network are owned by Thumbay Group.”

• The demand for nursing professionals increase worldwide as global shortage of nurses stand at 6 million

• The role of nurses increases in importance due to the recent and anticipated changes to healthcare delivery models in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic

The College of Nursing, Gulf Medical University (GMU), Ajman paid tribute to the global nursing community, as they inaugurated the ‘International year of the Nurse and Midwife 2020’ celebrations in a virtual ceremony held recently. More than 250 people from around the world participated in the event. Prof. Selva Titus Chacko, Dean of the College of Nursing, GMU delivered the inaugural address in the function attended by the students, faculty and staff of GMU and members of the nurses community. The virtual ceremony also included an oath-taking session participated by the students, staff & faculty of GMU.

Prof. Hossam Hamdy – the Chancellor of GMU, Prof. Manda Venkatramana – Vice Chancellor Academics of GMU, Ms. Elizabeth Iro – Chief Nursing Officer of the World Health Organization (WHO) Geneva, Dr. Sumaya Mohamed AlBlooshi – Director of Nursing Department of the Ministry of Health & Prevention Dubai, Dr. Arwa Oweis – Regional Advisor for Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Personnel, WHO Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean (EMRO) Cairo, Dr. Naeema Al-Gasseer – Senior Advisor to Regional Director, WHO EMRO Cairo and Ms. Nancy Justina Mendonca – Chief Nursing Officer of Thumbay University Hospital Ajman, delivered felicitations on the occasion.

Prof. Selva Titus Chacko in her inaugural address emphasized the growing role of nurses worldwide, especially in the wake of the recent and anticipated changes to healthcare delivery models in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Pointing out that nurses constituted the largest part of the professional healthcare workforce at almost 60%, she said, “Globally, there is a shortage of 6 million nurses today. Each country has to focus on producing its own nurses to meet the shortage of nurses, and address problems of migration.” Even though the UAE has a good ‘nursing personnel per population’ ratio, the country should focus on building its own workforce, as most of these nurses are expats, she added.

Ms. Elizabeth Iro lauded the nursing community and other healthcare workers for their courageous, compassionate and professional work on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic. Addressing the College of Nursing GMU, she said, “I encourage you to strengthen our profession through ensuring quality education, research and best practice, to impact positively on communities you care for.”

Remembering the sacrifices of the nursing community, especially during the recent times, Dr. Arwa Oweis reminded the nursing students of their increased responsibility in times like these. “Dear students, you are the future leaders of the profession. We rely on your talent in creating opportunities for nurses and for nursing to become a stronger and more resilient profession,” she added.

Congratulating the nursing professionals in the UAE and all over the world, Prof. Hossam Hamdy, the Chancellor of GMU said that the College of Nursing would launch several academic and professional initiatives, activities and training programs this year. “Our main goal during this year is to support and raise the level of nursing practice and boost the image of this noble profession,” he said.

Greeting the nursing community, Prof. Manda Venkatramana said, “GMU has recognized the true value of nursing professionals and we have started a standalone college of nursing which offers the bachelor of nursing program and also offers diploma holders the opportunity to upgrade to the bachelor degree.”

About College of Nursing, GMU

The College of Nursing at Gulf Medical University is a dynamic institution committed to prepare professional nurses. It conducts 2 programs accredited by Commission for Academic Accreditation, Ministry of Higher Education, UAE.  The 4-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing is for candidates who have successfully completed their 12 years of schooling. The 2-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing is for registered nurses who possess Diploma in Nursing with experience. Programs are designed with the aim of keeping pace with the changing demands of the global healthcare services and are benchmarked with International standards of nursing education.

The hospital also allows patients in need of chronic medication to place their orders over the phone

Thumbay University Hospital, the largest private academic hospital in the region located at Thumbay Medicity, Al Jurf, Ajman, has launched 24-hour drive-through pharmacy service at the hospital premises, enabling patients and customers to collect their medication without stepping out of their cars. The move comes as part of the hospital’s series of measures to improve customer convenience and safety, in the wake of the social distancing and hygiene regulations mandated by the UAE authorities and WHO due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Customers can drive in and place their orders or present their prescriptions and collect the medications without having to physically enter the pharmacy, and by maintaining the stipulated social distance with the pharmacy staff handling their request. Direction signage have been installed at the hospital entrance and at other relevant places, ensuring that people have no difficulties accessing the drive-through service.

“Pharmacies play a vital role in the healthcare system, providing critical services to the public, especially in times like these when the world is dealing with a pandemic. It is important for Thumbay University Hospital to ensure the safe and continuous functioning of our pharmacy. By launching drive-through service, we intend to minimize risks for our staff as well as patients and customers, through infection prevention and social distancing measures. This also ensures round-the-clock availability of medicines and other pharmacy essentials,” said Dr. Mohammad Faisal, the COO of Thumbay University Hospital.

Moreover, the hospital has also enabled chronic medication refill for insurance patients by just making a phone call to 054-9955415. “We want to assure our patients that they will always have easy access to enough chronic medications including cardiac medications, diabetic medications or any potentially important medication that they need on a routine basis. Patients can get their medicines at home through the home delivery of medicines being done by Thumbay University Hospitalpharmacy,” said Dr. Mohammad Faisal.

Elaborating on the efforts of the Thumbay Pharmacy network to ensure the safety of its staff and customers, Ravi K Gannavarapu, General Manager of the Retail Division of Thumbay Group said, “All Thumbay Pharmacies in the UAE are taking active steps to facilitate social distancing and hygiene, thereby reducing risks of exposure. All our pharmacy outlets frequently clean and disinfect customer service counters, waiting areas and customer contact areas. Thumbay Pharmacy’s drive-through service at Thumbay University Hospital is the latest step in this direction.”

Thumbay University Hospital has a robotic pharmacy with automated robotic technology to prepare and dispense medicines. This smart pharmacy, part of the Thumbay Pharmacy network, ensures zero dispensing errors and achieves considerable reduction in waiting times. Spread across 4700 sq. ft. area, it is equipped with robotic and pneumatic tube system, and has been designed for high density storage up to 42,000 units and hassle-free retrieval of medications. It is equipped with medication safety bar-code scanning, ensuring that the medications and strengths are correct during both the carousel stocking and dispensing process.

“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.

Thumbay University Hospital, the largest private academic hospital in the region located at ThumbayMedicity, Al Jurf, Ajman, has signed an agreement with the Ajman Court of First Instance, according to which the hospital will provide healthcare services for all the staff of Ajman Courthouse- Ministry of Justice and their dependents.

The MoU was signed on Thursday, 13^th February 2020, by Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay, Vice President of the Healthcare Division of Thumbay Group andCounselor Ali Hassan Al-Furah Al Shamsi, President of Ajman Federal Court, Ajman Federal Court of First Instance – Judicial House. Dr. Mohammad Faisal – COO of Thumbay University Hospital was also present at the signing ceremony.

According to the MoU, Thumbay University Hospital will provide special discounts to the employees of Ajman Court and their dependents, who do not have insurance coverage. Those with insurance coverage can avail the discounts on the services which are not covered by their insurance. Services can be availed throughout ThumbayMedicity, including at Thumbay University Hospital, Thumbay Dental Hospital, Thumbay Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Hospital, Body & Soul Health Club & Spa, Blends &Bres Coffee Shoppe, Thumbay Food Court, etc.

Speaking about the partnership, Dr. Thumbay Moideen, the Founder President of Thumbay Group said, “We are pleased to sign a medical services agreement with the Ajman Court, to extend Thumbay University Hospital’s cutting edge facilities and expertise to the Courthouse’s employees and their dependents. This partnership strengthens Thumbay Group’s contributions towards improving the health and wellbeing of the UAE communities. This is the latest in our efforts to support the vision of a healthy, secure and safe UAE as envisioned by the visionary leadership of this country.”

Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay thanked the officials of Ajman Court for the opportunity to associate. Briefing them about Thumbay University Hospital’s cutting-edge facilities and comprehensive services including the Long Term Care unit, he said, “Through this agreement, we aim to ensure that the staff of Ajman Court and their dependents receive the best medical care and that they can easily access our advanced facilities. We invite you to experience our special services like the Marhaba service for senior officials and VIPs,” he said.

Speaking at the signing ceremony, Dr. Mohammad Faisal expressed the hospital’s keenness to conduct health awareness programs benefitting Ajman Court officials and visitors, including lectures by the hospital’s doctors and medical camps at the court premises.

About Thumbay University Hospital

Thumbay University Hospital is the largest private academic hospital in the Middle East region, owned and operated by Thumbay Group. With a total of 350-beds, it is a state-of-the-art family healthcare destination having a dedicated 100-bed long term care and rehabilitation unit, upcoming Centre for Oncology equipped with PET-CT scan, 10 modern surgical suites for all major specialties, Center for Imaging, Cath Lab, ICU/CCU/NICU/PICU, 10-bed dialysis unit, etc. The Hospital has a dedicated floor for the Mother and Child program including 10 Labor & Delivery Rooms, NICU, SCBU, Well Baby Unit, etc. The hospital has Marhaba Services – personalized fast track services for patients – as well as Presidential Suite Rooms, VIP Rooms, Private Rooms etc. Amenities for patients and visitors include a multi-restaurant food court, movie theatre, coffee shops, health club, 1000+ free parking spaces etc. The hospital is part of the academic hospital network of Thumbay Group, which has a professional workforce of 25 different nationalities serving patients in 50 different languages and serving patients from over 175 nationalities.

• With the addition of the new 10-bed dialysis unit, Thumbay Group’s Healthcare Division is now one of the largest in terms of dialysis capacity, with 26 beds across Ajman, Dubai, and Fujairah
• Free pick-up and drop-off facility for the convenience of patients and dialysis support group for better clinical outcomes
• The hospital has also launched special ‘Holiday Dialysis’ packages through its medical tourism department

Thumbay University Hospital, the largest private academic hospital in the Middle East region officially launched its ‘Center for Nephrology & Dialysis Unit’ on 3^rd February 2020. Mr. Ahmed Mismar, Secretary General of Dubai Charity Association was the chief guest of the launch program held at the hospital in ThumbayMedicity, Al Jurf, Ajman, in the presence of Dr. Thumbay Moideen – Founder President of Thumbay Group, Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay – Vice President of the Healthcare Division, Dr. Mohammad Faisal – COO of Thumbay University Hospital and dignitaries from government and private organizations, the healthcare sector, and representatives from various sections of society.

Speaking at the launch function, Mr. Akbar MoideenThumbay said, “We are happy to launch Thumbay University Hospital’s Center for Nephrology and the Dialysis Unit. Thumbay Group’s Healthcare Division is committed to improving patient care and experience and we are confident that the new dialysis unit will enable UAE residents and medical tourists to avail outstanding dialysis services with the latest technology in a pleasantenvironment, with improved comfort and privacy.”He also thanked the charitable/philanthropic organizations for their support to the dialysis patients and for their outstanding work for the betterment of the community.

Thumbay University Hospital’s Center for Nephrology is a state-of-the-art facility with advanced technology and an expert team.  Services range from basic to critical nephrology care. “The Center is well-equipped to serve patients with CKD (Chronic Kidney Diseases), Electrolyte Disorders, Acute Kidney Diseases, Renal Stones, Glomerular Diseases, Lupus Nephritis, Diabetic Nephropathy, Proteinuria, etc.,” said Dr. AnassAhmed Qasem, Consultant – Internal Medicine. The Dialysis Unit has 10 beds, and it will be linked in future with the Center for Nephrology’s Renal Transplant Program through dedicated transplant theatres.

“The Dialysis Unit has been developed taking into consideration that many patients require dialysis several times a week. By enabling patients to receive dialysis close to their community, in a spacious and comfortable environment, we hope to help them improve their quality of life. The Center for Nephrology plans to set up support groups for dialysis patients to bring them together so that they motivate each other and minimize anxieties and concerns,” said Dr. Mohammad Faisal, adding,“Furthermore, to celebrate the launch of the Center for Nephrology & Dialysis Unit, Thumbay University Hospital has announced specially discounted dialysis packages. We have alsolaunchedfree pick-up and drop-off services for dialysis patients in and around Ajman, on request.”

Thumbay University Hospital also launchedspecial ‘Holiday Dialysis’ packages through its medical tourism department, enabling tourists enjoy their vacation in the UAE without worrying about timely dialysis, offered by the hospital in safe and hygienic settings without affecting the pleasure of their holidays. Packages would also include on-request translator services, accommodation services, customized treatment packages, preferred cuisine, travel arrangements, priority appointments, free airport pick up & drop off, etc.

The Dialysis Unit is monitored by an infection control team, with senior personnel supervising compliance with infection control protocols. Patient convenience is a key feature, and the hospital gives special attention to the personal and social needs of the patients, as a part of which they are encouraged to experience the relaxing atmosphere of its Therapeutic Garden, as well as amenities within the hospital like the movie theatre, multi-cuisine Thumbay Food Court and the premium Blends & Brews Dolci coffee shop.

The Center for Nephrology & Dialysis Unit and the patients will benefit greatly from Thumbay University Hospital’s international collaborations with global centers of excellence such as Villa Beretta, Facility of the Valduce Hospital in Como – Italy; Children’s Mercy Hospitals and Clinics – Kansas City, US; IMO – Spain; GruppoOspedaliero – San Donato, Italy; HopitauxUniversitaries – Paris Sud, France; HopitalUniversitaire Mere Enfant – France; Hopital Paul Brousse – France; Institut Cochin – France and BK Plastic Surgery – Korea.

About Thumbay University Hospital

With a total of 350-beds, Thumbay University Hospital is a state-of-the-art family healthcare destination having a dedicated 100-bed long term care and rehabilitation unit, upcoming Centre for Oncology equipped with PET-CT scan, 10 modern surgical suites for all major specialties, Center for Imaging, Cath Lab, ICU/CCU/NICU/PICU etc.The Hospital has a dedicated floor for the Mother and Child program including 10 Labor & Delivery Rooms, NICU,SCBU,Well Baby Unit,etc. The hospital has Marhaba Services – personalized fast track services for patients – as well as Presidential Suite Rooms, VIP Rooms, Private Rooms etc. Amenities for patients and visitors include a multi-restaurant food court, movie theatre, coffee shops, health club, 1000+ free parking spaces etc. The hospital is part of the academic hospital network of Thumbay Group, which has a professional workforce of 25 different nationalities serving patients in 50 different languages and serving patients from over 175 nationalities.

• Latest technology to reduce diagnostic time; the Center for Imaging will act as a referral center in the region

• To celebrate the launch, the Center for Imaging has announced a month-long50% discount offer on all imaging services

25^th January 2020; Ajman, UAE:Thumbay University Hospital, the largest private academic hospital in the region, located at ThumbayMedicity, Al Jurf, Ajman, officially launched its ‘Center for Imaging’ at a special function in the hospital on 25^th January 2020. Prof. HossamHamdy, the Chancellor of Gulf Medical University, Ajman was the chief guest of the event, held in the presence of Dr. Thumbay Moideen – Founder President of Thumbay Group, Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay – Vice president of the Healthcare Division of Thumbay Group, Dr. Mohammad Faisal – COO of Thumbay University Hospital, and dignitaries from healthcare and allied sectors, and representatives of the various segments of society.

“Being an integral part of Thumbay Medicity, the Center for Imaging’s innovative technologies will benefit people of the UAE as well as medical tourists from the region and beyond, adding to Thumbay University Hospital’s importance as a leading regional healthcare hub. This also reiterates the hospital’s commitment to provide the latest medical technology to improve the overall quality of care and ensure patient safety,” said Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay.

The Center for Imaging has cutting-edge technology and advanced equipment and is manned by a highly skilled team of professionals. Radiology services include 3 Tesla MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging), 256 slice CT (Computed Tomography), Bone Mineral Densitometer (BMD), Ultrasonography and Color Doppler studies, Conventional and Portable X-ray and Contrast studies,etc., in addition to the upcoming Digital Mammography, Fluoroscopy and PET-CT services. PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) used by the center provides better storage and retrieval of images, also in line with the hospital’s paperless initiatives. Special attention is given to the quality and accuracy of tests, at the same time ensuring minimal wait/turnaround time.

“Thumbay University Hospital’s medical imaging services focuses on detecting diseases in their earliest stages, leading to faster diagnosis and treatment. The Center for Imaging would also contribute to the comprehensive preventive health check-up programs including full-body checkups, as well as breast cancer screenings etc. held as part of the hospital’s CSR initiatives,” said Dr. Mohammad Faisal. “To celebrate the launch, the Center for Imaging has announced a month-long, heavily discounted offer for all imaging services,” he added. All major insurance cards are accepted at Thumbay University Hospital.

The Center for Imaging will also contribute to the hospital’s overall clinical excellence delivered in collaboration with its global partners Villa Beretta, Facility of the Valduce Hospital in Como – Italy; Children’s Mercy Hospitals and Clinics – Kansas City, US; IMO – Spain; GruppoOspedaliero – San Donato, Italy; HopitauxUniversitaries – Paris Sud, France; HopitalUniversitaire Mere Enfant – France; Hopital Paul Brousse – France; Institut Cochin – France and BK Plastic Surgery – Korea.

Thumbay University Hospital is a state-of-the-art family healthcare destination with 350-beds, over a hundred consultation clinics, a dedicated 100-beds long term care and rehabilitation unit, upcoming Centre for Oncology equipped with PET-CT scan, 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 program including 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. 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. The hospital is part of the academic hospital network of Thumbay Group, which boasts a professional workforce of 25 different nationalities serving patients in 50 different languages and serving patients from over 175 nationalities.

Blends & Brews Coffee Shoppe, the network of UAE-born coffee shops under Thumbay Group’s Hospitality Division has launched its premium brand ‘Dolci’ with its first outlet opened at Thumbay University Hospital, Thumbay Medicity, Ajman, on 14^th January 2020. Mr. Akbar MoideenThumbay, Vice President of the Healthcare Division of Thumbay Group was the chief guest of the opening ceremony held in the presence of Mr. Farhad C, Director of the Hospitality Division and Dr. Faisal Parvez, COO of Thumbay University Hospital.

The ‘Dolci’ concept combines premium featureswith the impeccable service standards of the Blends & Brews brand, delivering an exclusive, personalized experience to customers. The new coffee shop features a wide variety of hot and cold beverages and an assortment of short-eats catering to local and international tastes. It also features a range of sugar-free delicacies including drinks, cookies and cakes.

Blends & Brews Dolci is located at the ground floor of Thumbay University Hospital – the largest private academic hospital in the region – close to the hospital’s main entrance and reception area. It is an important additionto the excellent amenities available at the hospital for the community.The store offers comfortable seating, keeping in mind the requirements of hospital visitors as well as the medical students who spend considerable lengths of time at the academic hospital. Above all, the baristas manning the coffee shop are experienced professionals who are keen on giving customers exceptional services in line with the brand’s values.

“TheDolci brand is the latest in the service innovations ofBlends & Brews Coffee Shoppe. Through this new brand, we aim to give our customers a true premium coffee shop experience. The new store is a perfect combination of aesthetic design, latest technology and outstanding baristas, complete with well-designed lighting and relaxing, soft music for the ideal ambience,” said Mr. Farhad C, explaining the features of the new store and the idea behind the new brand.

One of the fast-growing chains of coffee shops in the region, Blends & Brews has multiple outlets in the different Emirates of the UAE, in addition to Hyderabad, India. The brand has outlets at major shopping malls, offices, universities, government offices, hospitals, health clubs, etc. and the numbers are growing owing to its huge popularity and demand. It has a drive-thru outlet and also operates ELITE outlets catering to upmarket customers.

Dr. ThumbayMoideen, the Founder President of Thumbay Group said that the launch of the first Dolci store signifies a new milestone in the growth and expansion of Blends & Brews Coffee Shoppe. “I am very pleased with the opening of the first outlet under theDolci brand of Blends & Brews. This new brand will be instrumental in advancing our strategic expansion plans in the region and beyond,” he said.