The posting
Job Summary
We are seeking qualified and experienced Specialist / Consultant General Surgeons to join leading healthcare facilities across the UAE. The successful candidates will be responsible for diagnosing and managing a wide range of surgical conditions, performing elective and emergency surgical procedures, and providing comprehensive pre-operative and post-operative care in accordance with international clinical standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose, evaluate and manage a broad range of general surgical conditions affecting the abdomen, gastrointestinal tract, breast, skin and soft tissues.
- Perform elective and emergency surgical procedures, including appendectomy, cholecystectomy, hernia repair and other common general surgical interventions.
- Perform open, laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgical procedures within the scope of clinical expertise.
- Manage acute surgical presentations, abdominal emergencies, gastrointestinal bleeding and traumatic surgical conditions.
- Conduct comprehensive pre-operative assessments and develop appropriate surgical treatment plans.
- Provide post-operative monitoring, wound management and follow-up care to ensure optimal patient recovery.
- Evaluate and manage patients with abdominal masses, gastrointestinal disorders and other complex surgical conditions.
- Collaborate with gastroenterologists, oncologists, radiologists, anaesthesiologists and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Participate in surgical audits, clinical governance, quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
- Supervise junior medical staff and contribute to clinical education and professional development.
- Maintain accurate medical documentation and comply with UAE healthcare regulations and international clinical standards.
Requirements
- MBBS or equivalent recognised medical degree.
- Recognised postgraduate specialist qualification in General Surgery.
- Western Board Certification, such as UK CCT, American Board Certification, Australian FRACS or an equivalent recognised specialist qualification.
- Relevant post-specialisation clinical and surgical experience.
- Proven expertise in elective and emergency general surgical procedures.
- Experience in laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgery is preferred.
- Eligibility for DHA, DOH Abu Dhabi or MOHAP licensing as a Specialist or Consultant General Surgeon, subject to authority assessment.
- Excellent surgical judgement, clinical decision-making and patient management skills.
Benefits
- Competitive tax-free salary package.
- Accommodation or housing allowance.
- Annual air tickets.
- Comprehensive medical insurance.
- Family benefits, subject to employer policy.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Relocation assistance, where applicable.



