College of Health Sciences (CoHS) at Gulf Medical University (GMU) proudly welcomed its new cohort of Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) students through the traditional White Coat Ceremony held on 23 September 2026 at the Thumbay Medicity. This event, which symbolizes the students’ formal induction into the healthcare profession, was celebrated in the presence of distinguished guests, faculty, families, and peers.
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.
Addressing the gathering, Chief Guest Dr. Thumbay Moideen congratulated the incoming students and their families. He highlighted GMU’s strategic transformation into one of the most advanced medical universities globally, emphasizing the unparalleled clinical training opportunities available across the vast network of Thumbay Academic Hospitals.
Prof. Manda Venkatramana, Chancellor of GMU, presided over the event, delivering an insightful address that emphasized the role physiotherapists play in restoring mobility and improving quality of life delivered an inspiring charge to the freshmen, emphasizing that the white coat is a profound symbol of clinical excellence, empathy, and professional integrity.
During the ceremony, Prof. Maher Al Masri, Vice Chancellor – Academics, led the administration of the GMU Honor Code, a solemn pledge by the students to uphold professionalism, ethics, and patient-centered care throughout their careers.
Representing the Class of 2026, Ms. Hoor Ibrahim Ali Ibrahim Ahli, 2026PT46 & Ms. Janan Abdulaziz Marzouq Saeed Almentheri Reg. No.2026PT07 received their white coats from the Chief Guest, Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder & President, Board of Trustees, Thumbay Group marking the symbolic start of their professional journey. Their peers and families proudly cheered this memorable milestone, both onsite and through live broadcast.
The ceremony saw a massive turnout from the College of Health Sciences, alongside GMU’s five other constituent colleges. Proud families, faculty members, and clinical
Dr. Praveen Kumar, Dean of College of Health Sciences said “I would like to warmly congratulate our incoming 2026 cohort as they officially embark on their professional journeys today. Health science professionals represent the absolute backbone of diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative care in modern medicine. Through our advanced clinical training network at the Thumbay Academic Health Center, these students will develop both the elite technical capabilities and the deep patient empathy required to excel. We welcome them to a highly rewarding academic and clinical journey dedicated to serving the global community.”
