Department of Health (DOH) Licensing
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What is DOH Licensing?
Uphold your professional recognition to practice medicine within the bounds of Abu Dhabi and Al Ain
Every healthcare professional, including physiotherapists, doctors, nurses, pharmacists, or dentists, who wishes to work in Al Ain or Abu Dhabi must first earn a DOH license. DOH license officially authorises you to perform dedicated healthcare practice in the Emirates of Abu Dhabi. DOH licensing is mandatory to deliver superior standards in healthcare services. After fulfilling all the DOH licensing requirements, healthcare professionals of diverse specialties become eligible to work in the Emirates of Abu Dhabi.
DOH License Requirements for Nurses
If you have not practiced in the past two years, you need to go through a period of supervision, and you cannot apply if you have not practiced in the past five years. Hospital positions require at least a year of relevant experience. A Basic Life Support Certificate is a must-have for all nursing positions. Nurses require fellowship in a relevant professional body and a bachelor's degree/nursing diploma unless otherwise stated. ADON position requires a Master's degree. You need to prove your expertise according to the position you apply for.
DOH License Requirements for Doctors
If you have not practiced in the past two years, you will be required to go through a period of supervision. To earn a license, you need a fellowship from a professional body, and MD or equivalent degree from a recognised university. You need two years of experience in Tier One. You will also have to prove expertise based on the position you apply for.
DOH License Requirements for Pharmacists
You will need to undergo a period of supervision if you have not practiced in the past two years. A basic BSc. degree in Pharmacy from a recognised college of pharmacy is a minimum requirement while a Pharm D degree is preferable. You need to hold a current National License and need to prove your experience according to the position level you are applying for.
DOH License Requirements for Specialist Physicians
Specialist physicians can apply for the DOH specialist title after getting qualified for MBBS or MBChB from a recognised Medical school or College of Medicine and should complete it along with an additional three years of post-qualification experience if the qualification falls in tier (3). Tier (1) or tier (2) requires no post-qualification experience.
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Why Choose MedPro for Your DOHLicensing Needs?
Every healthcare professional who needs to start a professional practice must have a license before the practice. This license should be current and valid throughout the practice of the healthcare professional. DOH license processing time might be time-consuming and sophisticated due to which many professionals choose to get the assistance of licensing agencies like MedPro. MedPro are the right choice for your DOH licensing requirements with many advantages in place.
In-Depth Expertise
Our experts have a detailed understanding of the DOH licensing process and the prerequisites for every healthcare specialisation. We have supported healthcare professionals to fulfil their license requirements and have the expertise in analysing what is needed for the job to be performed efficiently.
Cost-Effective Services
At MedPro, we offer cost-effective and competitive pricing for the services we provide. We have carefully analysed the factors that contribute to the cost of the DOH licensing process which is why we strive to keep the cost reasonable. Nevertheless, we help medical professionals to gain access to quality licensing services without any compromise.
Quick Turnaround Time
We realise that time is the major factor to be considered for healthcare professionals when it comes to fulfilling their licensing needs. We work closely with medical professionals to collect and analyse your documents, prepare you for the examination, and speed up the application process. With a keen focus on getting you licensed at the earliest, we make sure that you start practicing without any delay.
How Much Does the DOH License Cost?
DOH license costs and fees can differ based on the healthcare profession and the requirements the license process demands. DOH license costs are classified into Application fees and Issuance fees. While the first one is the same for all applicants, issuance fees differ according to the profession of the applicant. Additionally, it is recommended to keep a required fee in advance to adhere to a smooth application process.
DOH License Verification and Renewal
DOH license verification involves confirming the authenticity and validity of the medical professionals. DOH license is mandatory when professionals seek employment, apply for positions, or when patients demand the legitimacy of the qualifications the healthcare provider claims. The license validity is for five years after you successfully crack the DOH examination. The medical license needs to be valid during the entire practice of a health professional and should be renewed three months before the expiry date. Healthcare professionals can also need an NOC (No Objection Certificate) from the hospital management for the license. With a reputed healthcare licensing agency like ours, you can request the renewal of your DOH license before it expires.
Conditions to Start a New DOH License Procedure
- Non-UAE nationals with a gap of more than five years, and UAE nationals or the children of women with a gap of 10+ years aren’t eligible to apply for the license.
- Healthcare professionals with a gap in medical practice of more than two years should Follow CPD (Continuing Professional Development) or CME Continuing Medical Education) requirements.
- UAE nationals with an interruption in clinical practice due to the mandatory national services of the country are eligible to apply for the license.
- The eligible nationals should submit a family book to prove genealogy.
- For DOH license applications, surgeons should provide an official log list that includes the surgical procedures done over the past two years.
Who Can Apply for DOH Licensing in Abu Dhabi?
Practicing medicine in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi requires sanction from the Department of Health, Abu Dhabi, which licenses individuals with the skills and experience required to engage in the work. Healthcare professionals that belong to Traditional, Complementary, and Alternative Medicine (TCAM) can successfully apply for a DOH license in Abu Dhabi, which includes physicians, dentists, nurses/midwives, allied healthcare professionals, and pharmacists.
Requirements for DOH Licensing
As a top healthcare licensing agency, we provide strategic guidance, expertise, and advisory services in healthcare, regulatory compliance, and licensing support to healthcare professionals. You need a set of documents while applying for DOH license in Abu Dhabi:
- Passport size Photographs
- Experience Certificate Copies
- Attested Educational Qualification Copies
- Emirates ID copy(if available)
- Good Conduct Certificate copy from the concerned regulatory authority
- Staff Data Clearance copy(as in the application)
- E-tarasol barcode copy
- A copy of the valid health license issued by the concerned regulatory authority of the recently practiced country
- Nomination letter from an Abu Dhabi-based healthcare facility (if the applicant is sponsored by the facility)
- Medical school transcripts copy
DOH License Application Process
The DOH license application process involves the submission of relevant documentation which encompasses the qualifications, professional expertise, and other related documents. All documents need to be submitted in English or Arabic. If the documents are in another language, they need to be translated and authorised by the relevant translation service.
- Submission of request: You can submit the request in one of the two ways. Create a UID on the Department of Health (DOH) user management system. Otherwise, you can go to the data flow website and submit the documents necessary for the primary source verification.
- Verification notifications: Receive notification upon the completion of the verification process. Once the process is completed, you can receive a message that confirms the accuracy of the document you have submitted. Test and analyse the application before you send it across for the credential process through the User Management System (UMS).
- Application fee payment: Pay the prescribed application fee to demonstrate your commitment to the application. This ensures your dedication and leads you to the subsequent stages.
- Eligibility determination: Give time for the comprehensive credentialing and review. An inductive evaluation assesses your background qualifications and other details to underline your eligibility for the DOH license.
- Issuance fee submission: Confirm your eligibility by submitting the issuance fee. It is a major contribution to the process that leads you closer to obtaining the esteemed DOH license.
- License printing: Finally, you will be granted the authorisation to print the DOH license. This marks the eligibility to begin a successful healthcare career in Abu Dhabi.
- Pass the license exam: Applicants will have three attempts to pass the examination for all the authorities. Failure in all three attempts gives the applicants a final attempt by a different authority. Applicants should declare the number of attempts they have taken across the authorities. The authorities have the right to re-examine the applicants if they find it necessary.
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WHY DOH LICENSING?
Professional DOH licensing assistance for an exciting healthcare career in Abu Dhabi
With a DOH license, you gain access to a pool of healthcare jobs in Abu Dhabi. It acts as a testament to your commitment, skill set, and qualifications and offers unparalleled standards of healthcare practice. Holding a DOH license significantly improves your chances of attaining designated positions in recognized healthcare institutions across Abu Dhabi.
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