Consultant Orthopedic – Sports medicine (Knee and Ankle)

Our client is a private multi-specialty hospital in Kuwait. Their 110 bed facility offers both inpatient and outpatient services that cover a wide range of medical and surgical specialties. Their 1,000 healthcare professionals work together to provide essential health care services in inpatient, outpatient and a specialized department for Essential Wellness within the concept of Integrative Medicine.

What we offer
Your salary is a tax free! You will have a direct and permanent employment with our client, for either 2 or 3 years. You work in an international team & working environment. Our client offers you excellent healthcare coverage, various leave and study days, round-trip plane tickets for you and your family. All leave and end of service benefits as per Kuwait Labor Law.

Who you are
This role is ideal for professionals looking to leverage their expertise in Orthopaedic - Sports medicine while contributing to the growth and success of healthcare services in the region.

Skills & Competencies:

• A superior knowledge of physical medicine, medical biology, and sports culture is required. In-depth understanding of sports culture and practices
• Strong oral and written communication skills are needed to interact with patients and other professionals.
• Ability to prescribe various medications, and carry out non-surgical treatment
• Excellent problem-solving abilities are crucial for complex cases

Education & Qualifications:

• MBBS and Specialty degree and High Qualification (Specialty Diploma, Fellowship, PHD, European Board (American, Canadian, German, Irish & UK Board);
• Experience not less than 20 years, 10 years after the high qualification will get Consultant level license;
• Willing to relocate to Kuwait.

Description
In this role, you will be responsible for diagnosing and treating knee and ankle injuries in athletes and active individuals through both surgical and non-surgical methods

Role & Responsibilities:

• Conduct physical examinations, analyze medical history, and utilize diagnostic tools like X-rays and MRIs to diagnose knee and ankle injuries
• Develop and implement tailored treatment plans, including both surgical and non-surgical options
• Oversee and guide patients through recovery, working with physical therapists to create and monitor rehabilitation programs aimed at restoring function and strength.
• Advise athletes and active individuals on strategies to prevent future injuries and improve performance, including proper training techniques and nutrition.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team, including physical therapists, athletic trainers, and surgeons, to provide integrated and comprehensive patient care
• Educate patients and their families on their condition, treatment options, and expectations for recovery.
• Provide expert guidance on when it is medically safe for athletes to return to competition after an injury.