Dubai Health Opens Registration for New Fellowship Programs in Pediatric Nephrology and Vascular Neurology

Dubai: Dubai Health announced the opening of registration for its graduate medical education programmes, including internship, residency, and fellowship training, at Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU). For the first time, fellowship programmes in Pediatric Nephrology and Vascular Neurology will be offered, aiming to develop highly skilled specialists and enhance healthcare education.

According to Emirates News Agency, Professor Sulaiman AlEmran, Dean of Graduate Medical Education at MBRU, emphasized the institution’s commitment to delivering exceptional programs that enhance the expertise and capabilities of healthcare professionals. These initiatives reflect the dedication to preparing the next generation of leaders who will contribute to the advancement of the healthcare sector. The new programs reinforce MBRU’s focus on delivering world-class medical education aligned with the highest international standards.

Currently, MBRU offers 39 graduate medical education programs, including 20 residencies, 17 fellowships, and two internships. All are accredited by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS), the National Institute for Health Specialties (NIHS) in the UAE, and the Arab Board of Health Specialisations.

Dr. Rasha Buhumaid, Vice Dean of Graduate Medical Education at MBRU, highlighted that the new fellowship programs in Pediatric Nephrology and Vascular Neurology are valuable additions to the offerings, reflecting Dubai Health’s commitment to an integrated educational and research environment. With plans to offer over 100 training seats annually in graduate medical education programs across various specialties, these programs align with MBRU’s ‘Patient First’ promise and drive innovation in healthcare education while strengthening Dubai’s position as a global center for healthcare excellence.

Applications for all programmes are now open. Interested candidates both from within the UAE and abroad can register online at www.mbru.ac.ae/graduate-medical-education. The application deadline for residency programmes is 27th March, while internship and fellowship programs remain open until 15th May.