DHA Cardiologist - Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO)

Location: Dubai Digital Park (DDP) @ Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO)

About metabolic.health:

Metabolic Health is a leading, technology-enabled healthcare provider focused on transforming metabolic and chronic disease care. The clinic integrates advanced diagnostics, continuous monitoring technologies, and multidisciplinary expertise to deliver personalized, data-driven care.

With a strong focus on cardiometabolic health, Metabolic Health combines endocrinology, cardiology, lifestyle medicine, and digital health tools (including wearables, remote monitoring, and AI-driven insights) to improve long-term patient outcomes.

Role Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Cardiologist (Specialist or Consultant level) to join our multidisciplinary team. The role focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and management of cardiovascular disease, particularly in patients with diabetes, obesity, and metabolic syndrome.

The successful candidate will play a key role in integrating cardiovascular care within a tech-enabled, preventive care model, leveraging remote monitoring, wearable data, and proactive interventions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Clinical Cardiology Care:

• Diagnose and manage a wide range of cardiovascular conditions, including:
• Hypertension
• Ischemic heart disease
• Heart failure
• Dyslipidemia
• Arrhythmias (initial workup and management)
• Conduct comprehensive cardiovascular risk assessments
• Interpret diagnostic investigations including ECG, echocardiography, stress testing, and ambulatory monitoring
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans2. Cardiometabolic Integration:

• Manage patients with cardiometabolic conditions, including:
• Diabetes-related cardiovascular complications
• Obesity-related cardiac risk
• Metabolic syndrome
• Work closely with endocrinologists to optimize glycemic, lipid, and blood pressure control
• Contribute to integrated care pathways targeting long-term risk reduction3. Preventive Cardiology & Risk Reduction:

• Lead preventive cardiology initiatives, including:
• Cardiovascular risk stratification
• Early detection programs
• Lifestyle intervention strategies
• Provide guidance on:
• Weight management
• Exercise prescriptions
• Smoking cessation
• Support long-term patient engagement and behavior change4. Remote Monitoring & Digital Health

• Utilize remote monitoring platforms for proactive cardiovascular care
• Monitor and interpret data from:
• Wearables (heart rate, activity, sleep)
• Blood pressure monitoring devices
• Cardiac monitoring tools
• Provide timely clinical feedback, including:
• Blood pressure management
• Medication adjustments
• Risk factor optimization
• Collaborate with care teams to ensure continuous patient engagement5. Multidisciplinary Collaboration:

Work closely with:

• Endocrinologists
• General Practitioners
• Dietitians and lifestyle coaches
• Diabetes educators
• Psychologists
• Participate in case discussions and integrated care planning
• Support coordinated management of complex, high-risk patients6. Diagnostics & Procedures:

• Perform and/or supervise non-invasive cardiology procedures, including:
• ECG and Holter interpretation
• Echocardiography (if credentialed)
• Stress testing (exercise/pharmacological)
• Ensure appropriate referrals for advanced imaging or interventional care when required7. Quality, Research & Innovation:

• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement, and outcome tracking
• Contribute to research and innovation in cardiometabolic health
• Support the development of new care models integrating cardiology and digital health8. Documentation & Compliance:

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in EMR systems
• Ensure compliance with DHA regulations and clinical governance standards
• Adhere to infection control and patient safety protocolsRequirements

Qualifications & Requirements:

Required:

• Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent)
• Specialization in Cardiology (MD, MRCP, or equivalent)
• Valid DHA License (or eligibility) as Specialist or Consultant Cardiologist
• Minimum:
• Specialist: 3–5+ years post-specialization
• Consultant: 8+ years post-specialization
• Strong experience in managing cardiovascular diseasePreferred:

• Experience in preventive cardiology and cardiometabolic care
• Exposure to digital health tools, wearables, and remote monitoring
• Experience in multidisciplinary or integrated care settings
• Interest in lifestyle medicine and chronic disease preventionSkills & Competencies:

• Strong clinical and diagnostic expertise in cardiology
• Data-driven approach to patient care
• Excellent communication and patient counseling skills
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, tech-enabled healthcare environment
• High level of empathy and patient-centered care