Name: Thumbay Moideen
Designation: Founder and President
Company: Thumbay Hospitals
Thumbay Moideen, born on 23 March 1957 in Mangalore, India, is an accomplished entrepreneur, philanthropist, and the visionary Founder President of Thumbay Group, a diversified international business conglomerate headquartered in Dubai International Financial Centre. Coming from a prominent business family, Moideen assumed leadership of his family’s enterprise at the young age of 21, marking the beginning of a remarkable entrepreneurial journey.
In 1997, Moideen founded Thumbay Group in the UAE, now operating across various sectors, including healthcare, education, retail, hospitality, media and technology. He established Gulf Medical University in Ajman, becoming the first Indian expatriate invited by the UAE to set up a medical institution, which now attracts students from over 111 countries.
Under his leadership, Thumbay Group has grown into a multi-sectoral powerhouse, with hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies serving thousands annually and a workforce of nearly 3,000+. Moideen’s contributions extend beyond business to community leadership and philanthropy, holding key positions in organisations. His efforts in medical education and healthcare and the establishment of Thumbay Medicity in Ajman have earned him widespread recognition, including five honorary international doctorates. Through Thumbay Group, he continues to advance healthcare standards, foster innovation, and support education globally.
Mr. Moideen’s vision combines business excellence with social responsibility, leaving a lasting impact on healthcare, education, and community development. He also champions collaborative research, sustainability initiatives, and extensive workforce-development programs, nurturing medical talent, investing in innovation hubs, and supporting community outreach and capacity-building across the GCC and international partners. He remains committed to cross-border partnerships, research funding, and lifelong learning for healthcare professionals globally.
