Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon - Hip and Knee (TKR)

About the role

A leading facility in the UAE is seeking a Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in hip and knee surgery. The consultant provides expert surgical care for hip and knee disorders, including joint preservation, replacement and revision, in line with hospital standards for quality, safety and patient-centered care. The work location is Abu Dhabi or Al Ain.

Key responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with hip and knee conditions such as osteoarthritis, avascular necrosis, fractures, deformities and ligamentous injuries.
• Perform total hip and knee replacements, revision arthroplasty, minimally invasive joint surgeries and arthroscopies.
• Manage preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative care and ensure optimal recovery and rehabilitation.
• Collaborate with physical therapists, pain specialists, rheumatologists and other specialists in a multidisciplinary team.
• Run outpatient clinics, give inpatient consultations and lead orthopedic surgical rounds.
• Supervise junior surgeons, residents and allied health professionals and contribute to clinical teaching.
• Maintain accurate records in the hospital electronic medical record system, including operative reports, clinical notes and discharge summaries.
• Take part in quality assurance, morbidity and mortality reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow hospital and DOH policies on patient safety, surgical protocols, infection control and ethics.

Required profile

• Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Residency in orthopedic surgery and fellowship in hip and knee surgery or arthroplasty.
• Tier 1 board certification in orthopedic surgery with recognized subspecialty credentials in hip and knee reconstruction.
• Valid DOH consultant license in orthopedic surgery or eligibility to obtain it.
• Minimum 5 years of post-board certification experience as an orthopedic consultant focused on hip and knee procedures.
• Proven experience in complex primary and revision joint arthroplasty.