Microvascular Surgeon

The Microvascular Surgeon assesses patients who may benefit from advanced reconstructive or microvascular procedures and develops evidence-based surgical plans. The role performs procedures within approved clinical privileges, coordinates perioperative care and collaborates with other specialists to achieve safe and appropriate outcomes. Accurate records, informed consent and participation in patient-safety and quality activities are integral to the position.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients, review clinical histories and investigations, and develop evidence-based surgical treatment plans.
• Perform microvascular and reconstructive procedures within the practitioner’s approved privileges and current competence.
• Coordinate preoperative planning, perioperative management and postoperative follow-up with relevant clinical teams.
• Work with multidisciplinary specialists to support safe, coherent and timely treatment decisions.
• Maintain complete clinical documentation, explain proposed procedures and obtain appropriate informed consent.
• Participate in clinical quality, patient-safety and review activities and ensure concerns are escalated appropriately.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Medical degree with a recognised specialty qualification in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery or another relevant surgical specialty.
• Substantial independent hands-on microvascular surgery experience from the recent five to seven years, supported by a current surgical logbook.
• Valid DHA licence or DHA registration/eligibility as Specialist or Consultant, as applicable.
• Ability to practise safely within approved scope, maintain documentation and collaborate across specialties.

Skills and Working Approach

This specialist role requires excellent surgical judgement, technical precision, planning and communication. Candidates should demonstrate sound decision-making, attention to patient safety, careful consent practices and the ability to work collaboratively in complex reconstructive cases.

Employment Details

The opportunity may be offered on a part-time, visiting or contract basis, subject to the agreed arrangement. The role is based in Dubai and follows applicable clinical governance and licensing requirements.