Thumbay Hospitals in Ajman and Fujairah, part of the network of academic hospitals under Thumbay Group’s Healthcare Division, were honored by His Excellency Dr. Amin Al Amiri, Asst. Undersecretary for Public Health Policy and License Sector in the UAE Ministry of Health, for their efforts in pursuing and attaining international quality accreditation in patient care.

The private ceremony held at Roda Al Bustan Hotel, Dubai, was led by H.E Dr Amin Al Amiri and a delegation of MOH officials from the health policy and licensing sector, with the audience compromising of top hospitals, medical centers and specialty clinics of the Northern Emirates.

Thumbay Hospital Ajman and Fujairah were commended among top hospitals from the private sector licensed under the MOH that were continually working to raise the standards of quality and was therefore selected to be honored at the prestigious event.

The awards were received by Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay, Vice President – Healthcare Division and Board Member of Thumbay Group. Thumbay Group was the only healthcare group that received two awards at the ceremony, highlighting their efforts in providing world-class healthcare.

“The award highlights the remarkable, compassionate care provided by our hospitals. We are proud to deliver world-class care at affordable costs through Thumbay Hospitals, the only private academic hospital network in the region,” said Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President of Thumbay Group.

“Serving patients from over 175 countries through Thumbay Hospitals, we are dedicated more than ever to maintain high standards of quality and patient safety in our hospitals,” said Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay. “I take this opportunity to congratulate Thumbay Hospitals in Ajman and Fujairah, for their continued dedication to quality improvement,” he added.

Speaking at the event, H.E. Dr. Amin Al Amiri highlighted the importance of constantly pursuing high quality international accreditation, ensuring that the facilities promoted highest safety standards and best patient care. He also announced soon-to-launch initiatives such as star rating system for individual hospital departments and new practices for medical negligence reporting.