Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon (Foot & Ankle) - Abu Dhabi

Allocation Assist; Dubai; Presencial; AED 900.000 - 1.400.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Allocation Assist is seeking an experienced Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Foot & Ankle Surgery to join the Orthopedics Department in Abu Dhabi. The successful candidate will diagnose and manage complex foot and ankle disorders, including trauma, sports injuries and degenerative conditions, with a focus on comprehensive surgical care.

The role involves preoperative planning, operative procedures such as reconstruction and arthroscopy, postoperative care, and collaboration with

Formación

• Medical degree from a recognized medical school.
• Postgraduate training in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Board Certification/Specialist in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Fellowship or advanced training in Foot & Ankle Surgery is highly desirable.
• Valid DoH Abu Dhabi license/eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery.

Responsabilidades

• Provide consultant-level assessment and management of patients with foot and ankle conditions.
• Diagnose and treat: foot and ankle trauma and fractures; sports injuries; ankle instability; tendons and deformities.
• Perform operative procedures including foot and ankle reconstruction, arthroscopy, ligament reconstruction and complex trauma fixation.
• Provide preoperative evaluation and individualized surgical treatment plans.
• Provide postoperative care and coordinate rehabilitation.
• Work with physiotherapists, podiatrists, sports medicine specialists, radiologists and other teams.
• Participate in outpatient clinics, operating lists and on-call services.
• Contribute to protocols, quality improvement and patient-safety initiatives.
• Participate in teaching and supervision of residents and fellows.
• Contribute to research, audits and service development.

Conocimientos

Foot & Ankle Surgery

Orthopedic trauma management

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Clinical decision-making

Postoperative care planning

Educación

Medical degree

Orthopedic Surgery specialization/postgraduate training

Board Certification/Specialist in Orthopedic Surgery

Fellowship in Foot & Ankle Surgery

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Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Foot & Ankle Surgery to join our Orthopedics Department in Abu Dhabi.

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive diagnosis and surgical management of complex foot and ankle disorders, including sports injuries, trauma, degenerative conditions and deformities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide consultant-level assessment and management of patients with foot and ankle conditions.
• Diagnose and treat:
  • Foot and ankle trauma and fractures
  • Sports-related foot and ankle injuries
  • Ankle instability
  • Achilles tendon disorders
  • Hallux valgus and forefoot deformities
  • Flatfoot and cavus foot
  • Arthritis and degenerative joint disease
  • Tendon and ligament disorders
  • Complex foot and ankle deformities
  • Diabetic and other complex foot conditions in collaboration with relevant specialties
• Perform appropriate operative procedures, including:
  • Foot and ankle reconstruction
  • Ankle arthroscopy
  • Ligament reconstructionAchilles tendon surgery
  • Forefoot and hindfoot surgery
  • Corrective osteotomy
  • Ankle arthroplasty, where appropriately trained
  • Complex trauma and fracture fixation
• Provide preoperative evaluation and individualized surgical treatment plans.
• Provide postoperative care and coordinate rehabilitation.
• Work closely with physiotherapists, podiatrists, sports medicine specialists, radiologists and other multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in outpatient foot and ankle clinics, operating lists and on-call services as required.
• Contribute to clinical protocols, quality improvement and patient-safety initiatives.
• Participate in teaching and supervision of residents, fellows and junior physicians.
• Contribute to research, clinical audits and service development.
• Maintain accurate medical records and comply with UAE healthcare regulations and hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Medical degree from a recognized medical school.
• Completed recognized postgraduate training in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Recognized Board Certification/Specialist or Consultant qualification in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Fellowship or advanced formal training in Foot & Ankle Surgery is highly desirable.
• Valid Department of Health (DoH) Abu Dhabi Consultant license/eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery.

Required Experience

• Significant post-specialist experience as a Consultant/Specialist Orthopedic Surgeon.
• Demonstrated subspecialty experience in Foot & Ankle Surgery.
• Strong experience managing complex foot and ankle trauma, deformity and degenerative conditions.
• Demonstrated independent operative experience in foot and ankle procedures.
• Experience in a tertiary-care orthopedic center is highly desirable.

Preferred Experience

• Fellowship training in Foot & Ankle Surgery.
• Experience in ankle arthroscopy and sports-related foot and ankle surgery.
• Experience in complex hindfoot and ankle reconstruction.
• Experience with ankle replacement is an advantage.
• Experience in diabetic/neuropathic foot management is desirable.
• Academic, teaching, research or quality-improvement experience is an advantage.

Core Competencies

• Advanced clinical and surgical expertise in Foot & Ankle Surgery.
• Excellent diagnostic and operative decision-making.
• Strong technical surgical skills.
• Ability to manage complex trauma and reconstructive cases.
• Excellent communication and multidisciplinary teamwork.
• Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered orthopedic care.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a DoH Abu Dhabi–licensed/eligible Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon with dedicated fellowship or advanced training in Foot & Ankle Surgery, with substantial independent experience managing complex foot and ankle trauma, reconstruction, sports injuries and degenerative conditions.