Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon

Role Overview

Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon at Astra ProMed, Dubai. Full-time position.

Role Purpose

Provide advanced diagnosis, treatment, and surgical management of musculoskeletal and orthopedic conditions with a commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and high-quality surgical outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Consultation & Diagnosis

• Provide comprehensive consultation, diagnosis, and surgical management of musculoskeletal and orthopedic conditions.
• Diagnose and manage fractures, dislocations, ligament injuries, tendon disorders, joint diseases, and degenerative musculoskeletal conditions.
• Interpret relevant investigations, including X-rays, CT scans, MRI, and musculoskeletal ultrasound.
• Evaluate and manage patients with osteoarthritis, sports injuries, traumatic orthopedic conditions, and chronic joint disorders.

Surgical Management

• Perform elective and emergency orthopedic surgical procedures within the scope of clinical expertise.
• Perform appropriate orthopedic procedures, including fracture fixation, arthroscopy, joint reconstruction, and joint replacement surgery, where appropriately trained.
• Provide surgical and non-surgical management of upper and lower limb conditions.
• Perform or supervise minimally invasive orthopedic procedures and advanced surgical interventions within the authorized scope of practice.
• Assess and manage complex orthopedic trauma and post-traumatic musculoskeletal conditions.

Pre- and Post-operative Care

• Provide comprehensive pre-operative assessment, surgical planning, informed consent, and post-operative follow-up.
• Evaluate and manage post-operative complications, including infection, implant-related problems, and delayed healing.

Rehabilitation & Collaboration

• Develop individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans in collaboration with physiotherapists and rehabilitation specialists.
• Collaborate with rheumatologists, neurologists, radiologists, anesthesiologists, pain specialists, and other multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide patient education regarding treatment options, surgical risks, recovery, rehabilitation, and preventive care.

Leadership & Professional Development

• Supervise and mentor junior orthopedic surgeons, residents, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, teaching, research, and CME activities.

Governance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with clinical governance, infection control, and patient-safety standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• MBBS/MD or equivalent medical degree.
• Recognized postgraduate qualification in Orthopedic Surgery or Orthopedics & Traumatology.
• Board certification or equivalent recognized consultant qualification.
• Fellowship or advanced subspecialty training in Orthopedic Surgery is highly desirable.
• Minimum 5–10 years of post-specialization experience in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Strong clinical and surgical experience in managing complex musculoskeletal and orthopedic conditions.
• Demonstrated competence in orthopedic trauma surgery, arthroscopy, joint reconstruction, and other relevant surgical procedures.
• Experience with minimally invasive orthopedic techniques and advanced surgical technologies is an advantage.
• Eligible for DHA Consultant classification/license in Dubai, subject to applicable qualification and experience requirements.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent surgical skills.
• Excellent clinical skills.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent patient-management skills.

Additional Information

• Employment Type: Full-Time.
• Location: Dubai.
• Competitive salary and attractive benefits package.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual paid leave and other benefits as per UAE Labour Law and facility policy.
• Professional development and CME opportunities.
• Modern, well-equipped orthopedic surgical facilities and advanced operating theatre infrastructure.
• Collaborative multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Licensing assistance available for eligible candidates.