Specialist – Gastroenterology – NMC Healthcare

NMC Healthcare is hiring a Specialist in Gastroenterology for Abu Dhabi. The role, as the posting describes it, is to provide specialised services for the diagnosis and management of diseases of the digestive tract, and to carry out the full professional duties of a gastroenterologist within the group’s facilities. NMC Healthcare, which describes itself as one of the UAE’s most established private healthcare providers with a history of more than 50 years in the country, operates hospitals, specialty centres and clinics across the Emirates.

In practice, that means running outpatient clinics for patients with conditions such as reflux disease, peptic ulcer disease, irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, liver disease, gallbladder and pancreatic problems, and unexplained abdominal pain, anaemia or weight loss. You will also perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, typically including upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy, with biopsies, polypectomy and other interventions depending on your skills and the facility’s equipment.

Gastroenterologists in a multispecialty hospital work closely with surgery, oncology, radiology, pathology and the emergency department. You may be called on for inpatient consultations and, depending on the hospital, for urgent endoscopy in cases such as GI bleeding. Accurate documentation, informed consent, sedation safety and strict endoscope reprocessing and infection control standards are central to the job.

NMC asks for a basic medical degree, completion of higher specialist training and specialist-level experience gained in a Tier 1 country as defined by the UAE healthcare regulator. The role suits a gastroenterologist with strong endoscopic skills, sound clinical judgement and a calm, reassuring manner with patients facing uncomfortable or worrying symptoms.

Gastroenterology combines a high volume of outpatient demand with procedural work that is central to a hospital's diagnostic capability. Endoscopy services are essential for diagnosing conditions ranging from ulcers and inflammatory bowel disease to colorectal cancer, and timely access to them shapes outcomes across many other departments. A skilled gastroenterologist who runs efficient, safe endoscopy lists improves patient flow, reduces waiting times and keeps referrals within the NMC network. Colorectal cancer screening is a growing priority in the UAE, and well-performed colonoscopy with careful polyp detection and removal directly prevents cancers from developing. That is a powerful clinical contribution, and it also builds trust with patients, referring doctors and insurers. Safety and quality matter greatly in this specialty: careful sedation practice, thorough consent and rigorous scope decontamination prevent serious adverse events and protect the hospital's accreditation status. A specialist who sets high standards in the endoscopy unit helps the entire team perform better.

A gastroenterology specialist post in Abu Dhabi offers a balanced mix of clinic-based medicine and hands-on procedural work, which keeps the role varied and technically engaging. Working in a large multispecialty group like NMC means steady referral flows from primary care and other specialties, established endoscopy facilities and colleagues across surgery, oncology and radiology for complex cases. Experience under the Department of Health Abu Dhabi framework is well regarded across the GCC and strengthens your profile for future opportunities. Over time, specialists who build strong clinical outcomes and a reputation for safe, high-quality endoscopy may progress toward consultant level, lead the development of endoscopy services or screening programmes, or take on governance and training responsibilities within the group. There may also be room to develop specific interests such as hepatology, inflammatory bowel disease or advanced endoscopy, depending on service needs. The UAE's diverse population exposes you to a broad range of GI and liver conditions, enriching your clinical experience. Because the specialty sits at the crossroads of many departments, you will build strong professional relationships across the hospital, which supports both your practice and your influence. For a gastroenterologist looking for a well-supported platform to build a long-term career, this role is a strong fit.

• Basic medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) and completion of higher specialist training in Gastroenterology
• Specialist-level experience gained in a Tier 1 country, as defined by the UAE healthcare regulator
• Eligibility for a Specialist Gastroenterologist licence with the Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DOH)
• Independent competence in diagnostic and therapeutic upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy
• Experience managing inflammatory bowel disease, liver disease and functional GI disorders
• Sound knowledge of procedural sedation safety and endoscopy infection control standards
• Ability to provide inpatient consultations and support urgent endoscopy as required
• Strong communication skills with patients, families and referring clinicians
• Current BLS certification; ACLS is an advantage