DHA Endocrinologist - Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO)

Role Overview

DHA Endocrinologist - Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) at Metabolic Health, located at Dubai Digital Park (DDP) @ Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO). This role combines clinical excellence, innovation, and collaboration, with a strong emphasis on continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), remote patient management, and preventive care.

Role Purpose

Lead the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of patients with diabetes and complex metabolic disorders, while actively leveraging technology and data to optimize outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care & Endocrine Management

• Diagnose and manage a wide range of endocrine and metabolic disorders, including Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, obesity and metabolic syndrome, thyroid disorders, lipid disorders, and PCOS and hormonal imbalances.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
• Initiate and optimize insulin therapy and advanced pharmacological treatments.
• Manage complex and high-risk patients with multidisciplinary input.

Diabetes Technology & Digital Health

• Lead the use of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), insulin pumps, and digital health tools.
• Interpret CGM data, time-in-range, glycemic variability, and trends.
• Utilize remote monitoring platforms to proactively manage patients.
• Provide data-driven treatment adjustments and feedback.

Remote Monitoring & Patient Engagement

• Oversee and actively participate in remote patient monitoring programs.
• Review patient data dashboards and intervene proactively.
• Provide timely feedback on glucose trends, medications, and lifestyle interventions.
• Engage patients through digital platforms to improve adherence and outcomes.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

• Partner closely with General Practitioners, diabetes educators, dietitians and nutritionists, health coaches, and psychologists.
• Participate in case discussions and care planning for complex patients.
• Contribute to integrated, patient-centric care pathways.

Preventive & Lifestyle Medicine

• Promote preventive care and early intervention strategies.
• Support patients with weight management, lifestyle modification, and cardiometabolic risk reduction.

Quality, Research & Innovation

• Contribute to clinical audits, outcomes tracking, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support research, publications, and innovation in metabolic care.
• Stay up to date with global best practices, guidelines, and emerging technologies.

Documentation & Compliance

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

Qualifications & Experience

• Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent).
• Specialist/Consultant qualification in Endocrinology.
• Valid DHA License (or eligibility) as Endocrinologist.
• Minimum 5+ years of clinical experience in endocrinology.
• Strong experience in diabetes management.

Skills & Competencies

• Demonstrate strong clinical decision-making and diagnostic skills.
• Apply data-driven mindset with ability to interpret complex patient data.
• Deliver excellent patient communication and counseling skills.
• Employ collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Adapt to fast-evolving, tech-enabled healthcare environment.
• Demonstrate high level of empathy and patient-centricity.

Additional Information

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CGM, insulin pumps, and digital health platforms.
• Exposure to multidisciplinary or integrated care models.
• Interest in preventive medicine, obesity medicine, or lifestyle medicine.
• Research or academic involvement.