DHA Cardiologist - female - Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO)

Role Overview

Metabolic Health seeks a Cardiologist (Specialist or Consultant level) to join its multidisciplinary team at Dubai Digital Park (DDP) @ Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO). The role focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and management of cardiovascular disease, particularly in patients with diabetes, obesity, and metabolic syndrome within a technology-enabled, preventive care model.

Company Overview

Metabolic Health is a leading, technology-enabled healthcare provider focused on transforming metabolic and chronic disease care. The clinic integrates advanced diagnostics, continuous monitoring technologies, and multidisciplinary expertise to deliver personalized, data-driven care. With a strong focus on cardiometabolic health, the organization combines endocrinology, cardiology, lifestyle medicine, and digital health tools (including wearables, remote monitoring, and AI-driven insights) to improve long-term patient outcomes.

Role Purpose

The Cardiologist will play a key role in integrating cardiovascular care within a tech-enabled, preventive care model, leveraging remote monitoring, wearable data, and proactive interventions to manage cardiovascular disease and cardiometabolic conditions.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Cardiology Care

• Diagnose and manage a wide range of cardiovascular conditions, including hypertension, ischemic heart disease, heart failure, dyslipidemia, and arrhythmias (initial workup and management).
• Conduct comprehensive cardiovascular risk assessments.
• Interpret diagnostic investigations including ECG, echocardiography, stress testing, and ambulatory monitoring.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.

Cardiometabolic Integration

• Manage patients with cardiometabolic conditions, including diabetes-related cardiovascular complications, obesity-related cardiac risk, and metabolic syndrome.
• Work closely with endocrinologists to optimize glycemic, lipid, and blood pressure control.
• Contribute to integrated care pathways targeting long-term risk reduction.

Preventive Cardiology & Risk Reduction

• Lead preventive cardiology initiatives, including cardiovascular risk stratification, early detection programs, and lifestyle intervention strategies.
• Provide guidance on weight management, exercise prescriptions, and smoking cessation.
• Support long-term patient engagement and behavior change.

Remote Monitoring & Digital Health

• Utilize remote monitoring platforms for proactive cardiovascular care.
• Monitor and interpret data from wearables (heart rate, activity, sleep), blood pressure monitoring devices, and cardiac monitoring tools.
• Provide timely clinical feedback, including blood pressure management, medication adjustments, and risk factor optimization.
• Collaborate with care teams to ensure continuous patient engagement.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

• Work closely with endocrinologists, general practitioners, dietitians, lifestyle coaches, diabetes educators, and psychologists.
• Participate in case discussions and integrated care planning.
• Support coordinated management of complex, high-risk patients.

Diagnostics & Procedures

• Perform and/or supervise non-invasive cardiology procedures, including ECG and Holter interpretation, echocardiography (if credentialed), and stress testing (exercise/pharmacological).
• Ensure appropriate referrals for advanced imaging or interventional care when required.

Quality, Research & Innovation

• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement, and outcome tracking.
• Contribute to research and innovation in cardiometabolic health.
• Support the development of new care models integrating cardiology and digital health.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in EMR systems.
• Ensure compliance with DHA regulations and clinical governance standards.
• Adhere to infection control and patient safety protocols.

Qualifications & Experience

• Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent).
• Specialization in Cardiology (MD, MRCP, or equivalent).
• Valid DHA License (or eligibility) as Specialist or Consultant Cardiologist.
• Minimum 3–5+ years post-specialization for Specialist level; minimum 8+ years post-specialization for Consultant level.
• Strong experience in managing cardiovascular disease.
• Preferred: Experience in preventive cardiology and cardiometabolic care.
• Preferred: Exposure to digital health tools, wearables, and remote monitoring.
• Preferred: Experience in multidisciplinary or integrated care settings.
• Preferred: Interest in lifestyle medicine and chronic disease prevention.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical and diagnostic expertise in cardiology.
• Data-driven approach to patient care.
• Excellent communication and patient counseling skills.
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, tech-enabled healthcare environment.
• High level of empathy and patient-centered care.