Within the framework of its ambitious ‘D33’ Agenda, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) bases its strategies on targeting three fundamental pillars: health, education and services, areas that will be key to sustaining the accelerated development that this country is experiencing.
The increasing arrival of international residentsadded to the increase in life expectancy in the Emirates, have highlighted the need to strengthen the health system with highly qualified doctors and specialists.
Therefore, the arab government expects to increase its health care capacity in the coming years, especially in areas like internal medicine, pediatrics, plastic surgery, cardiology and anesthesiology.
UAE seeks to attract young Spanish-speaking specialist doctors by 2025. The strategy aims to consolidate the country as one of the strongest economies in the world in the next 50 years.
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That country offers various job opportunities for young doctors, who can access salaries that range between 15,000 and more than 20,000 dollars per monthfree of taxes and tax deductions, which allows you to maximize income, according to Alexander Dávila, CEO of DoublePro, a company that facilitates the recognition of medical degrees and obtaining licenses in the UAE.
“The profile of the young Spanish-speaking doctor is highly valued for his ability to adapt, his quality academic training and his ability to connect with patients from different cultures. In the Emirates, professionals find well-paid job opportunities and a modern, multicultural professional environment”, he indicated.
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Requirements
Doctors interested in practicing in the Emirates must meet certain requirements:
– Have a professional title in medicine.
– Have at least three years of experience in their area of expertise.
– Pass the Dubai Health Authority clinical knowledge exam (DHA) (consists of a multiple-choice test designed to ensure that professionals have the necessary skills to provide care in a health system that prioritizes quality and innovation).
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According to the DoublePro manager, doctors who secure employment in Emirates receive a residence visa that is managed by their employeer, and they also have the possibility of including their families (spouse, children and parents) in this benefit. This visa guarantees legal status as residents and later the possibility of acquiring the Golden Visa.
And the UAE has cutting-edge medical infrastructure and access to cutting-edge technology, which provides an ideal professional environment for the growth and development of professionals in the health sector.
In addition to this, the quality of life in the Emirates meets high safety standards, modern infrastructure and a wide cultural offer, doctors find an environment suitable for their personal and family development.
For this year, the United Arab Emirates hopes to position itself as a benchmark in medical care at a global level, and Spanish-speaking doctors could play a crucial role in this transformation.
VALENTINA DELGADILLO ABELLO
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