Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon - Sports Medicine

About the Company

American Hospital Dubai is seeking a highly skilled Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon with a subspecialty focus in Sports Medicine to join its multidisciplinary orthopedic and musculoskeletal team. The successful candidate will provide advanced surgical and non-surgical management of sports-related injuries, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care aligned with international best practices.

About the Role

The Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon will be responsible for diagnosing and managing acute and chronic sports-related musculoskeletal injuries.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic sports-related musculoskeletal injuries.
• Perform advanced arthroscopic and minimally invasive procedures involving the knee, shoulder, hip, and ankle.
• Develop individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans in collaboration with physiotherapy and sports performance teams.
• Lead multidisciplinary clinics focused on sports injury prevention and recovery.
• Provide expert consultation for athletes and active individuals, including return-to-play assessments.
• Participate in clinical governance, quality improvement initiatives, and evidence-based protocol development.
• Mentor junior physicians and contribute to teaching, research, and continuing medical education activities.
• Support expansion of Sports Medicine services across hospital and satellite clinics.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree with completion of accredited Orthopedic Surgery training.
• Fellowship training in Sports Medicine / Arthroscopy preferred.
• Board certification (American Board, UK CCT, European Board, or equivalent Tier-1 qualification).
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience at Consultant level in Orthopedic Sports Medicine.
• Eligibility for DHA Consultant license.
• Strong clinical leadership and multidisciplinary collaboration skills.

Required Skills

• Advanced surgical skills in orthopedic procedures.
• Expertise in sports medicine.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in teaching and mentoring.
• Research experience in sports medicine.

Pay range and compensation package

Competitive tax-free compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

American Hospital Dubai is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.