Specialist - Gastroenterology

To provide specialized services to patients for the diagnosis and management of diseases of the digestive tract.

Graduation from an approved Medical School  1 year of Rotating Internship 3 year residency of Internal Medicine Residency. 3 years Residency training in a recognized residency in Gastroenterology Current license in country of origin with Specialist Gastroenterologist DOH license to practice in Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. Minimum 2 years experience of practice in the field of GI. Must have a thorough knowledge of medical ethics, with particular reference to the obligation to maintain the confidentiality of his work; personality which inspires confidence and trust in his patients; and adhere to Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of the Medical Organization. Current licensure in country of origin and with DOH license to practice in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Excellent command of oral and written English. Knowledge of Arabic language is desirable but not essential. Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with co-workers, superiors, patients & families.

To perform the professional duties of a gastroenterologist in accordance with the delineation of privileges as recommended and approved by the Credentials Committee. To perform his duties in the G.I Clinic, evaluating patients with G.I. diseases. To perform G.I. procedures - upper and lower G.I. endoscopies, liver biopsies, E.R.C.P., oesophageal motility studies. To provide consultation/referral services to the in patient services in his area of expertise. Provides after working hours on call emergency coverage for G.I. emergencies. Provides supervision and education to the endoscopy staff, nurses and technicians. Participates and contributes to all the quality assurance activities of the service (e.g. monthly mortality and morbidity conference, peer review, audit and chart review).