Summary
M42 is seeking a Consultant Ophthalmologist with pediatric ophthalmology experience for Danat Al Emarat Hospital, a women’s and children’s hospital in Abu Dhabi. The role includes evaluating and treating pediatric and adult patients, screening premature infants for ROP, and coordinating care with NICU teams. The consultant will manage pediatric eye conditions and provide surgical and non-surgical care while contributing to clinical documentation and quality initiatives. Applicants need a Tier 1 consultant qualification in ophthalmology, pediatric ophthalmology experience, ROP screening and management experience, and eligibility for DOH consultant licensure.
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Overview
M42 delivers comprehensive healthcare services across the full continuum of care; from primary care to advanced specialty treatments. Leveraging cutting-edge health technologies and precision medicine, we ensure the highest standards of effectiveness, efficiency, and patient-centered outcomes. With a global presence spanning more than 480 facilities in 27 countries and a dedicated workforce of over 20,000 professionals, M42 is uniquely positioned to redefine the future of healthcare on a global scale.
Danat Al Emarat is a world-class specialty women’s and children’s hospital in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. It offers advanced medical services across specialties including Neonatology, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, and Women’s Health. The hospital is one of the very few to encompass a dedicated Fetal Medicine Department along with a full-fledged Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the UAE. This has established Danat Al Emarat as a regional referral center for women with high-risk pregnancies, supported by its Level III NICU providing care for the most fragile newborns.
Danat Al Emarat Hospital is seeking an experienced Consultant Ophthalmologist with strong pediatric ophthalmology experience and proven capability in ROP (Retinopathy of Prematurity) screening to join our Women’s and Children’s Hospital. The successful candidate will provide high‑quality eye care services, support neonatal and pediatric units, and contribute to the early detection and management of complex ophthalmic conditions in infants and children.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert ophthalmic evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for pediatric and adult patients.
- Perform ROP screening for premature infants and collaborate with NICU teams for early intervention.
- Manage pediatric ophthalmic conditions including refractive errors, strabismus, congenital eye diseases, and other visual disorders.
- Support outpatient clinics and participate in multidisciplinary pediatric case discussions.
- Provide surgical and non-surgical ophthalmic care in line with consultant-level practice standards.
- Ensure detailed, accurate clinical documentation and contribute to departmental quality initiatives.
Qualifications
- Tier 1 Consultant qualification (e.g., CCT or equivalent) in Ophthalmology.
- Demonstrated experience in Pediatric Ophthalmology (mandatory).
- Proven experience in ROP screening and management.
- Strong clinical background in both medical and surgical ophthalmology.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and patient‑centered care skills.
- Eligibility for DOH Consultant Ophthalmologist licensure.
If you’re passionate about pediatric eye care and committed to excellence in ophthalmology, we’d love to hear from you.
- Provide expert ophthalmic evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for pediatric and adult patients.
- Perform ROP screening for premature infants and collaborate with NICU teams for early intervention.
- Manage pediatric ophthalmic conditions including refractive errors, strabismus, congenital eye diseases, and other visual disorders.
- Support outpatient clinics and participate in multidisciplinary pediatric case discussions.
- Provide surgical and non-surgical ophthalmic care in line with consultant-level practice standards.
- Ensure detailed, accurate clinical documentation and contribute to departmental quality initiatives.
- Tier 1 Consultant qualification (e.g., CCT or equivalent) in Ophthalmology.
- Demonstrated experience in Pediatric Ophthalmology (mandatory).
- Proven experience in ROP screening and management.
- Strong clinical background in both medical and surgical ophthalmology.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and patient‑centered care skills.
- Eligibility for DOH Consultant Ophthalmologist licensure.
If you’re passionate about pediatric eye care and committed to excellence in ophthalmology, we’d love to hear from you.