Consultant Endocrinologist

About the role

A reputed healthcare facility in the UAE is seeking an experienced Consultant Endocrinologist to diagnose, treat and manage hormonal disorders, diabetes, metabolic conditions and diseases of the endocrine system. The role requires strong clinical expertise, excellent diagnostic skills and a commitment to patient-centred care.

Key responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and manage inpatient and outpatient cases of endocrine, hormonal and metabolic disorders
• Treat Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and related complications
• Manage thyroid disorders, adrenal and pituitary disorders (e.g. Cushing's disease, Addison's disease)
• Manage obesity, osteoporosis, lipid disorders and calcium metabolism abnormalities
• Treat reproductive and hormonal conditions such as PCOS and growth disorders
• Develop treatment plans, prescribe medications and monitor patient progress
• Order and interpret laboratory tests, hormone profiles and imaging studies
• Educate patients on disease management, medication adherence and lifestyle changes
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and maintain accurate medical records
• Take part in clinical audits, quality improvement and hospital governance
• Supervise and mentor junior doctors, residents and other medical staff
• Handle inpatient consultations and on-call duties as required

Required profile

• MD, DO, MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification
• Accredited specialist training in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
• Recognized postgraduate qualification or board certification (e.g. American Board, UK CCT/MRCP, FRACP) with relevant specialist training
• 3-5 years of post-specialization clinical experience, preferably in a tertiary-care hospital
• Proven expertise in complex endocrine, hormonal and metabolic conditions

Required skills

• Advanced knowledge of endocrine disorders and hormonal physiology
• Expertise in diabetes management and metabolic disease treatment
• Strong diagnostic reasoning, analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent patient counselling and communication skills
• Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary care