Dr. Thumbay Moideen Awarded 5th Honorary Doctorate by University of Lublin, Poland

Dubai, UAE / Lublin, Poland – In a moment of international pride, Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder and President of Thumbay Group, has been awarded his 5th honorary doctorate, this time by the prestigious University of Lublin in Poland. The recognition celebrates Dr. Moideen’s outstanding contributions to global healthcare, medical education, and research-led community development.

The University lauded Dr. Moideen for his transformative leadership in establishing the first private academic health system in the region and founding one of the largest private medical universities in the Middle East — Gulf Medical University. His efforts have positioned Thumbay Group as a global benchmark in purpose-driven entrepreneurship across healthcare, education, and scientific innovation.

Under his visionary leadership, the Thumbay Group has made a profound impact on millions of lives from over 175 nationalities, delivering world-class care and education with a strong ethos of compassion and excellence.

Among the Group’s notable initiatives is the Thumbay International Research Grant (TIRG) — an annual AED 3 million research fund supporting pioneering work in areas such as cancer immunology, precision medicine, and artificial intelligence in healthcare.

From humble beginnings in Karnataka, India, Dr. Moideen has risen to become a globally respected Indian Muslim entrepreneur and one of the most prominent Beary figures in the world. Widely regarded as a leading Non-Resident Indian (NRI) from Karnataka in the Gulf region, he is celebrated not only for his business success but for his unwavering commitment to social impact.

Accepting the doctorate in Poland, Dr. Moideen remarked: “If our work has empowered others to dream, to heal, to grow, then I consider it a success. It’s no longer about how far I’ve gone, but how many I’ve taken along. I want Thumbay Group to be remembered as a force that empowered the underprivileged and raised the standards of education, healthcare, and research.”

With ambitious plans to double its healthcare capacity and expand five-fold globally, Thumbay Group continues to pioneer a seamless ecosystem integrating education, healthcare, and innovation — from hospitals and diagnostic labs to rehabilitation centers and AI-powered research programs.

This latest honor places Dr. Thumbay Moideen among an elite circle of global visionaries who have reshaped industries while remaining rooted in service, humility, and lasting impact.