Legacy in Action: Masterclass by GMU Alumni
The College of Medicine, Gulf Medical University, successfully conducted SKILLFEST 2025, a hands-on clinical skills workshop designed and delivered by accomplished GMU Alumni, now distinguished clinicians and educators across various specialties.
Held at the Thumbay Institute of Surgical Skills, the workshop brought together MD students and medical interns for a full day of immersive, practical learning across multiple high-impact
Workshop Highlights
1. Alumni-Led Skill Stations
Participants rotated through a series of structured stations covering essential clinical and procedural competencies. Each station was expertly led by GMU Alumni, bringing strong clinical relevance and real-world insight to the training.
2. Fun Clinical Quiz & Competitive Learning
Toward the end of the workshop, participants took part in a fast-paced clinical quiz, adding excitement, teamwork, and application of knowledge to the day.
Top-performing teams were recognized and awarded certificates.
3. Competency Assessment
To reinforce learning and ensure practice-readiness, participants completed a structured competency assessment, enabling them to demonstrate procedural accuracy, instrument handling, patient-safety principles, and overall confidence.
This evaluation helped learners understand their performance levels and identify areas for further improvement.
A Collective Effort
The success of SKILLFEST 2025 was made possible through the dedication of our Alumni faculty— Mr. Robinson George, Dr. Liju Mathew, Dr. Jiby Rajan, Dr. Asha Vinod, Dr. P. T. Alexander, Dr. Tania Habib Mundol, Dr. Baljinder Singh— and the support of Dr. Pankaj Lamba (Head of Clinical Sciences), Dr. Omar Nabi (President, GMU Alumni), and Training Manager – Simulation, Ms. Sandhya Arun, along with the committed team from the GMU Alumni Office.
A heartfelt thank you to each and every one of you for your hard work, meticulous planning, and contributions in bringing this workshop to life.
Carrying the Legacy Forward
SKILLFEST 2025 stands as a testament to the enduring bond between GMU Alumni and their alma mater, reflecting the true essence of:
The Legacy Continues…
Train with the best. Become the best.
Participants Feedback
Students expressed deep appreciation for the high-quality teaching, hands-on exposure, and the opportunity to learn directly from GMU Alumni mentors.
Dr. Tehniyat, GMU Graduate & Medical Intern:
“Today’s workshop was truly exceptional. The session was incredibly well organized, insightful, and engaging. I sincerely appreciate the effort, planning, and dedication that went into making it such a meaningful learning experience.”
Dr. Salwa, Medical Intern:
“It was truly an incredible learning experience. I enjoyed it so much, and I am very thankful for the opportunity to be part of it.”
Manvi Upadhyay, 3rd Year Graduate MD Student:
“The SKILLFEST 2025 workshop was amazing. The GMU Alumni mentors were fantastic as they walked us through everything step by step. We covered so many advanced techniques in one day—from theatre etiquette and gowning to complex suturing, episiotomy repair, intubation, and more. My confidence has grown tremendously. We ended the day with a super fun rapid-fire quiz, and my team even won the Best Team Award! A perfect end to an invaluable day.”
