Colombians lead the list of licensed Hispanic health professionals in Dubai

Spain and Colombia lead the ranking in obtaining medical licenses issued by Dubai Health Authority (DHA) among Spanish speakers, according to recent data from DoublePro. Spain occupies first place with 52% of the licenses, followed by Colombia, which adds 27%, standing out as one of the main exporters of medical talent towards United Arab Emirates (UAE). Venezuela, Mexico and Chile They occupy third, fourth and fifth place respectively, in a ranking that reflects the growing interest of Spanish-speaking doctors in improving their working conditions and quality of life in a first world country.

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The DHA license is a legal document that ensures that professionals meet the quality standards required by the country. With this document, Doctors can practice their profession in hospitals, medical centers and clinics in the United Arab Emirates, a country that has become a magnet for Spanish-speaking medical talent.

This is due to several factors. Firstly, their solid academic training and their ability to adapt to different work environments. Furthermore, their cordiality and competitiveness in patient care makes them highly attractive professionals for the health sector in Dubai.

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According to Alexander Dávila, CEO of DoublePro, a company specialized in the approval of medical degrees and obtaining licenses in the UAE, another key factor is that The government of the United Arab Emirates seeks to retain highly qualified human talent to face the projected growth of the population in the coming yearswhich will increase the demand for professionals, especially in the health area.

“Our goal is to support Spanish-speaking doctors to validate their degrees and establish themselves in the United Arab Emirates, a place that offers opportunities for professional growth and advanced infrastructure to develop their careers. With a safe environment, high standards of well-being, top-notch health services and benefits such as tax exemption, the United Arab Emirates provides an ideal environment for professionals seeking balance between personal and work.”he states.

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One of the main reasons that motivates Spanish-speaking doctors to seek opportunities in the United Arab Emirates is the social and economic uncertainty they face in their countries. Furthermore, health sector professionals in their countries of origin often face unfavorable working conditions, where their work is little valued, since they must work long hours and, despite their efforts, receive insufficient wages, which In many cases, it forces you to have several jobs to support yourself.

According to the DoublePro manager, doctors who meet the homologation requirements of their degree can immediately integrate into the UAE health system, directly in their areas of specialization. This includes the possibility of accrediting supraspecialties and working in senior positions in hospitals and high-tech medical centers.

The obtaining of DHA licenses by Spanish-speaking doctors, led by Spain and Colombia, continues to increase due to a combination of factors such as the search for better opportunities, the social and economic stability that the United Arab Emirates offers, and the growing demand for professionals in the health field. This trend is expected to continue, positioning Spanish-speaking doctors among the most valued in the city of Dubai.