Consultant Family Medicine (Cancer Survivorship) - Dubai

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified Family Medicine Specialist/Consultant with experience or a special interest in Cancer Survivorship to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to cancer survivors.

The physician will focus on the long-term health and well-being of patients following cancer treatment, including preventive care, management of treatment-related effects, chronic disease management, lifestyle counseling, and coordination with oncology and other specialist services.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive family medicine care to adult cancer survivors.
• Assess and manage long-term and late effects of cancer treatment.
• Develop individualized survivorship and follow-up care plans.
• Monitor patients for potential recurrence and coordinate appropriate oncology referrals.
• Manage chronic medical conditions and preventive health needs.
• Provide cancer screening, vaccination, lifestyle, nutrition, and wellness counseling.
• Address fatigue, pain, sleep problems, psychological concerns, and other survivorship-related issues.
• Coordinate care with medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgeons, psychologists, nutritionists, and other specialists.
• Provide education and counseling to patients and families.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, clinical audits, and quality-improvement initiatives.
• Practice in accordance with Dubai healthcare regulations and institutional clinical policies.

Qualifications

• MBBS/MD or equivalent medical degree.
• Recognized postgraduate qualification/board certification in Family Medicine.
• Valid DHA licence or eligibility for practice in Dubai.
• Relevant experience in Family Medicine/Primary Care.
• Additional training or clinical experience in Cancer Survivorship, Oncology, Supportive Care, or Long-Term Cancer Care is highly desirable.

Preferred Experience

• Cancer survivorship and follow-up care
• Management of cancer treatment-related complications
• Preventive medicine and cancer screening
• Chronic disease management in cancer survivors
• Lifestyle and wellness management
• Psychosocial support
• Multidisciplinary oncology care coordination
• Supportive and palliative care principles

Key Skills

• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
• Excellent patient and family communication
• Experience in long-term patient management
• Strong multidisciplinary collaboration
• Patient-centered and evidence-based approach
• Excellent documentation and organizational skills
• Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage