Indian Parliamentarian Dr. Shashi Tharoor presented the ‘Icons of UAE’ award to Dr. Thumbay Moideen, founder-president of the Thumbay Group, in Dubai as part of the ‘ICONS of UAE’ Awards & TV show by India Today and NKN Media. This event celebrates the exceptional achievements of leading UAE businessmen.
Dr. Moideen expressed his gratitude, saying, “Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of transforming lives through education and healthcare, strengthening communities, and contributing to the growth and progress of the nation. I owe my success to God Almighty, the support of the government, and my team. This recognition will motivate me to further drive positive change.”
The award draws inspiration from the falcon, symbolizing strength and resilience, paying homage to Dr. Moideen’s legacy and achievements in the UAE business landscape, as he continues to excel in reaching new heights of success.
About Dr. Thumbay Moideen:
Dr. Thumbay Moideen, the Founder-President of Thumbay Group, is a man of vision and dynamism. He has a determination to succeed and is known for his numerous achievements. Born on 23rd March 1957 in Mangalore, he hails from a traditional family with a business background. Today, his name is synonymous with professionalism and positive approach. Taking to business at the age of 21 years, he demonstrated his business acumen from the very start.
In the year 1998, he established the Thumbay Group in United Arab Emirates (UAE). He founded UAE’s first private medical university, Gulf Medical University (GMU), under Thumbay Group. The group, with a core focus on health professions education, healthcare delivery, wellness, and research, celebrates 25 years of operations. GMU marks its 24th anniversary, while Thumbay Hospital Ajman celebrates 20 years of redefining healthcare services.
Dr. Moideen credits the growth of his business to the dedication of his staff and partners, in addition to core philosophy of constant innovation and above all, the Grace of the Almighty. He also believes that excellent support from the government throughout this journey have been the key drivers.
Thumbay Group invests across various sectors, including Health Professions Education, Healthcare Delivery, Medical Research, Diagnostics, Retail Pharmacy, and more.
