The College of Health Sciences (CoHS), Gulf Medical University (GMU) proudly welcomed its newly joined cohort of Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences (BSc. MLS) students through the traditional White Coat Ceremony, held on 23 September 2026 at Thumbay Medicity. The ceremony marked a significant milestone in the students’ academic journey and symbolized their formal induction into the healthcare profession, bringing together university leaders, faculty members, parents, and peers both onsite and virtually.
The ceremony was graced by Chief Guest, Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder & President, Board of Trustees, Thumbay Group. In his message, Dr. Thumbay Moideen inspired the new entrants to uphold GMU’s legacy of producing competent and compassionate healthcare professionals.
Prof. Manda Venkatramana, Chancellor of GMU, presided over the event and shared inspiring insights on the vital role of healthcare professionals in advancing patient care and improving quality of life. He emphasized that every healthcare discipline plays an integral role in the continuum of care, and encouraged the students to uphold clinical excellence, compassion, integrity, and professionalism as they embark on their journey in the Healthcare profession
During the ceremony, Prof. Maher Al Masri, Vice Chancellor – Academics, led the administration of the GMU Honor Code. The solemn pledge reinforced the students’ commitment to uphold professionalism, ethical standards, integrity, and patient-centered values throughout their academic and professional careers.
The presentation of the white coats marked a memorable beginning to the students’ journey in Medical Laboratory Sciences. Surrounded by their families, faculty members, and peers, the students proudly embraced the significance of the white coat and the responsibilities that accompany their chosen profession.
Representing the Class of 2026, Ms. Shahad Farooq Mohammad – Reg. No. 2026ML15 and Mr.Yousuf Mohamed Ahmed Essa Alqassab – Reg. No. 2026ML26 proudly received their coats from the Chief Guest, Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder & President, Board of Trustees, Thumbay Group representing their peers with pride and responsibility.
Dr. Praveen Kumar, Dean, College of Health Sciences stated “Laboratory science is the backbone of clinical decision-making. Precision, honesty, and accountability will define your success. As you wear your white coat today, remember that it represents not only your competence but also your responsibility to uphold excellence in every test you conduct. Your work will play a vital role in diagnosis, treatment, and patient care, and we encourage you to approach your profession with integrity, compassion, and a commitment to lifelong learning,”
The White Coat Ceremony served as a meaningful and memorable beginning for the BSc. Medical Laboratory Sciences Class of 2026, inspiring the students to uphold the highest standards of professional excellence as they embark on their journey towards becoming skilled and responsible healthcare professionals.
