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Consultant Pediatric Gastroenterologist

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We're hiring | Consultant Pediatric Gastroenterologist – Dubai, UAE

Location: Dubai

Employment type: Full-time

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Consultant Pediatric Gastroenterologist to join a leading healthcare provider in Dubai, UAE. The successful candidate will provide specialized gastrointestinal and nutritional care for infants, children, and adolescents while working within a multidisciplinary pediatric healthcare team.

Key responsibilities

  • Diagnose and manage a wide range of pediatric gastrointestinal, liver, and nutritional disorders, including:
    • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
    • Feeding and swallowing disorders
    • Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
    • Celiac disease
    • Chronic abdominal pain
    • Constipation and functional bowel disorders
    • Gastrointestinal bleeding
    • Food allergies and intolerances
    • Pediatric liver disorders and related conditions
    • Growth and nutritional disorders
  • Perform and interpret pediatric gastroenterology procedures, including:
    • Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy (OGD)
    • Colonoscopy
    • Biopsy procedures
    • Other diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic interventions (where credentialed)
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Manage complex nutritional needs, including enteral feeding and growth-related concerns.
  • Provide counseling and education to children and families regarding disease management and long-term care.
  • Collaborate with pediatricians, pediatric surgeons, dietitians, radiologists, pathologists, and other specialists.
  • Participate in pediatric gastroenterology MDT meetings, clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, research, and continuing medical education (CME).
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with DHA standards and hospital policies.
  • Mentor junior physicians and contribute to teaching and service development.

Requirements

Qualifications & requirements

  • MBBS/MD or equivalent medical qualification.
  • Board certification in pediatrics with fellowship or recognized subspecialty qualification in pediatric gastroenterology.
  • Minimum 5–10 years of post-specialization experience at consultant level.
  • Eligibility for or possession of a Dubai Health Authority (DHA) consultant license.
  • Strong expertise in pediatric GI disorders, nutrition, and pediatric endoscopy.
  • Excellent communication skills with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Commitment to delivering compassionate, evidence-based, family-centered care.

Preferred candidate profile

  • Experience working in internationally accredited children’s hospitals or tertiary pediatric centers.
  • Advanced training in pediatric endoscopy, inflammatory bowel disease, hepatology, or nutrition is an advantage.
  • UAE or GCC experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and attractive benefits package.
  • Medical insurance.
  • Annual paid leave and benefits as per UAE Labour Law and company policy.
  • Professional development and continuing medical education (CME) support.
  • Licensing assistance will be provided to eligible candidates.
  • Opportunity to work in a modern pediatric healthcare environment with advanced facilities and a highly experienced multidisciplinary team.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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