Consultant/ Specialist Neurosurgeon- Dubai / American Board / FRCS Accepted
Health 7 Careers · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · 2d ago
A leading tertiary care hospital in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is expanding its neurosciences and spine surgery program and is inviting applications from highly experienced Consultant / Specialist Neurosurgeons to join its multidisciplinary surgical team.
This is a high-impact, career-elevating opportunity to practice in a JCI-aligned, technologically advanced environment, delivering complex brain and spine care to a diverse international patient population.
The role is ideal for internationally trained neurosurgeons seeking tax-free income, access to advanced surgical infrastructure, and global clinical exposure in the UAE healthcare system.
Role Overview
- Position: Consultant / Specialist Neurosurgeon
- Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Hospital Type: Private / Government / Multispecialty / Tertiary Care (JCI-accredited)
- Experience Required: Minimum 3–5+ years post board certification
- Clinical Scope: Brain surgery, spine surgery, neurotrauma, and minimally invasive neurosurgical procedures
The successful candidate will provide comprehensive neurosurgical care, working alongside neurologists, intensivists, and rehabilitation specialists.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose and surgically manage brain, spine, and peripheral nervous system disorders
- Perform cranial surgeries, spine surgeries, tumor resections, and neurotrauma procedures
- Conduct minimally invasive and image-guided neurosurgical interventions
- Manage complex neurological conditions, including brain tumors, vascular malformations, and spinal disorders
- Provide pre-operative evaluation and post-operative care, including ICU coordination
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including neurology, oncology, radiology, and rehabilitation
- Participate in emergency neurosurgical services and on-call rotations
- Ensure adherence to clinical governance, patient safety, and international surgical protocols
- Contribute to clinical audits, research, and continuous medical education
- Mentor junior doctors and surgical trainees
Eligibility & Board Recognition
We welcome applications from internationally trained neurosurgeons with recognised qualifications such as:
- American Board of Neurological Surgery
- UK CCT / FRCS (Neurosurgery)
- European Board Certification
- Royal College Certification (Canada)
- Australian Fellowship
- Arab Board
- MCh / DNB Neurosurgery / equivalent recognised super-specialty qualification
Candidates should be eligible for Dubai Health Authority (DHA) / Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DOH) license conversion (full support provided).
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive tax-free salary package
- Performance-based incentives
- Housing allowance or accommodation support
- Comprehensive family medical insurance
- Annual return air tickets
- Professional indemnity / malpractice coverage
- Continuing medical education (CME) support
Licensing & Relocation Support
- End-to-end DHA / DOH license conversion assistance
- DataFlow and credential verification support
- Visa processing and onboarding assistance
- Relocation support for physician and family
A structured onboarding process ensures a smooth transition into clinical practice in Dubai.