Prof Dr. Manda Venkatramana has been appointed Chancellor, and Prof Hesham Marei is Vice Chancellor – Academics 

Ajman, Sept 8, 2025: Gulf Medical University (GMU) Board of Trustees has announced the appointment of Prof Dr. Manda Venkatramana as Chancellor and Prof Hesham Marei as Vice Chancellor – Academics.  

Dr Thumbay Moidee, Founder President of Thumbay Group says, “With Prof Manda and Prof Hesham stepping into these roles, we’re sure Gulf Medical University will excel to the next level, and soon we are laying the foundation for a dedicated research building.”  

“We intend to introduce innovative new doctoral, master’s and bachelor’s programmes that will add value to society and align with the changing landscape of the healthcare system. Together with massive infrastructure expansion, including a standalone research wing, the best is yet to come for Gulf Medical University,” says Prof Dr Venkatramana.