📢 NursingManthra Blog Update
By Shincy George
If you’re a dentist or dental specialist holding a license from the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) or the Ministry of Health (MOH) and are considering a transfer to Abu Dhabi’s Department of Health (DOH), here’s an important update for you.
Recently, received an official response from the Department of Health (DOH), Abu Dhabi, regarding license transfers. The clarification provided is crucial for healthcare professionals, especially those in the dental field.
❗️Key Point from DOH:
The Abu Dhabi Health Authority exam is exempted only when transferring a license from DHA or MOH to DOH except for dentists and their specialties.
This means:
- Doctors, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals may be eligible to transfer without taking the DOH exam.
- However, dentists and dental specialists are not exempted from the DOH exam requirement and cannot directly transfer their license from DHA/MOH to DOH.
🔍 What Does This Mean for You?
If you are a licensed dentist or dental specialist in Dubai or under MOH and you wish to practice in Abu Dhabi:
- You must go through the standard DOH licensing process, including any required exams.
- The exemption route does not apply to dental professionals.
📝 DOH PQR Guidelines
To better understand the experience and qualification criteria for your profession, DOH recommends checking the Professional Qualification Requirements (PQR):https://www.doh.gov.ae/en/pqr
This section provides details on:
- Minimum education requirements
- Required clinical experience
- Licensing pathways for each job title
At NursingManthra, we are committed to bringing you the most accurate and updated licensing guidance. If you’re unsure about your eligibility or need help navigating the process, feel free to contact us for personalized support.
🖊️ Prepared by Shincy George
🌐 Founder – NursingManthra
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I completed my licensing process through Nursing Manthra, and it was a really good experience. They kept me updated about important rules like DHA/MOH to DOH transfer changes and guided me properly at every step. The team was supportive and always ready to help with any doubts. I’m happy with their service and would recommend them to anyone planning their healthcare career abroad. Thank you Nursing Manthra
I completed my process through Nursing Manthra and had a very good experience. Their team was supportive and guided me clearly in every step. They always shared important updates on time and answered my doubts patiently. Thank you Nursing Manthra for your excellent service and support.