UAE Health Regulations & Licensing Flashcards

Which authority issues medical licenses at the federal level in the UAE?

Answer: Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP)

The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) issues federal-level licenses valid across most UAE emirates, excluding Dubai and Abu Dhabi which have their own authorities.

A foreign-trained doctor must pass which UAE exam to obtain MOHAP licensure?

Answer: MOH Prometric Licensing Exam

MOHAP requires foreign-trained healthcare professionals to pass the MOH Prometric Licensing Exam before being granted a UAE federal medical license.

What is the minimum required score to pass the MOH UAE Prometric licensing exam?

Answer: 65%

A minimum score of 65% is required to pass the MOH UAE Prometric licensing exam for healthcare professionals.

Under UAE Federal Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability, what is the statute of limitations for filing a medical negligence complaint?

Answer: 3 years

UAE Federal Law No. 4 of 2016 stipulates a 3-year statute of limitations from the time the patient becomes aware of the harm.

Which document is mandatory for a healthcare professional to practice in a MOHAP-licensed facility?

Answer: Valid MOH license and professional ID card

A valid MOH license combined with the professional identification card issued by MOHAP is mandatory for legal practice in federal UAE facilities.

Under UAE law, what is the maximum imprisonment for practicing medicine without a license?

Answer: 1 year

UAE Federal Law prescribes a maximum of 1 year imprisonment and/or a fine for anyone who practices medicine without a valid license.