Kochi, April 28, 2025: Dr. Azad Moopen, Founder Chairman of Aster DM Healthcare and founding president of AKMG Emirates, was conferred with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the biennial convention of the Association of Kerala Medical Graduates (AKMG), MARAAYA 2025. The award recognized Dr. Moopen’s visionary leadership and momentous contributions to the healthcare sector, as well as his pivotal role in establishing and nurturing AKMG Emirates. The ceremony, held at the Cultural Development Centre in Ras Al Khaimah, brought together prominent healthcare professionals and dignitaries from around the world.
Commenting on receiving the award, Dr. Azad Moopen, Founder Chairman of Aster DM Healthcare and Founding president of AKMG Emirates said, “Over the decades, AKMG’s growth and global collaborations, including with AKMG Emirates in the UAE, reflect the rising stature and recognition of Malayali doctors internationally, known not just for their clinical achievements, but also for their leadership, community-building, and humanitarian contributions across continents. It is truly humbling to receive this recognition from AKMG Emirates, which has been such an integral part of the professional journey for doctors coming from Kerala. As someone who has always believed in the power of collective progress, I share this award with every member of the AKMG family who continue to work towards uplifting the standards of healthcare and professional excellence worldwide.”
Dr. Azad Moopen began his journey in 1987 with a single clinic in Dubai. Guided by a mission to make quality healthcare more accessible and affordable, Dr. Moopen transformed Aster DM Healthcare into a global healthcare conglomerate with over 927 facilities across seven countries. His vision has revolutionized the healthcare landscape, offering affordable care while ensuring high standards. Today, Aster DM Healthcare is one of the largest integrated healthcare providers in the GCC and India, employing over 38,000 people, touching 20 million lives annually.