Media Release

Dubai, Jun 21: Thumbay Hospital has become a partner in Dubai Health Experience (DXH), the prestige brand conceived by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) to strengthen the position of the city on the world map of medical tourism. This initiative is under the directive of HH Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, crown Prince and chairman of the Dubai Executive Council.

Thumbay Hospital was honored at the DXH Suhoor a ceremony organized by The Medical Tourism Council of Dubai. The event was held under the patronage of Humaid Al Qatami, chairman of the board and director general, Dubai Health Authority at the Palazzo Versace Hotel here. Thumbay Hospital was honored for being a valued stakeholder and supporter of Dubai Health Experience. The award was received by Akbar Moideen Thumbay, vice president - healthcare division, Thumbay Group and Board Member of Thumbay Group.

The International Medical Tourism department of Thumbay Hospitals aims to cater to an extensive number of patients and be known as the preferred hospital for medical tourism in UAE. Currently, Thumbay Hospitals receive inquiries from a wide range of clientele including hospitals, medical practitioners, partnered agents and various inquiry forwarding websites from across the globe.

Thumbay Hospitals are aligning with Dubai’s Vision 2020 for medical tourism. Along with Dubai, the other Emirates of UAE are gearing up to attract more medical tourists in the near future. This would mean increasing patient requirements, higher demand for facilities and larger calls for personalization.

Looking at the current and future trends in medical tourism, Thumbay Hospitals has developed enhanced facilities, maintaining highest standards of quality and offering packages with a wide range of personalization options. The medical tourism industry is going through an exciting phase where international and intra-regional activities are taking place within this sector of the health market.