Salim Ullah Khan
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Licensed Family Medicine Specialist (HAAD/DOH – UAE) with over 20 years of clinical experience in primary care, emergency medicine, occupational health, chronic disease management, and minor surgical procedures. Experienced in delivering culturally competent, patient-centered care across offshore oil & gas medical centers, private clinics, and humanitarian health programs. Recognized for leadership, effective communication, and commitment to patient safety, wellness, and preventive medicine. Special Interests: Emergency medicine, orthopedics, chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension), occupational health, health promotion.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Specialist Family Medicine & Lead Physician
Response Plus Medical Services (ADNOC Offshore – Zirkru Medical Center)
01.2019 - Current
- Lead physician overseeing clinic operations and a team of 56 staff, including 8 physicians, ensuring high standards of patient care and clinical governance.
- Delivered comprehensive healthcare services to individuals and families, including assessments, diagnoses, treatment planning, and follow-up for both scheduled and walk-in patients.
- Managed prevalent primary care conditions per established guidelines, including respiratory, gastrointestinal, dermatological, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and mental health disorders.
- Performed minor medical procedures including wound care, laceration repairs, and abscess drainage following primary care protocols.
- Provided pediatric care (infections, vaccinations, growth monitoring) and women’s health services including menstrual irregularities, STD/PID treatment, antenatal/postnatal care, pap smears, and IUD placement.
- Served as an occupational health practitioner, conducting Periodic Medical Assessments (PMA) and fitness-for-duty evaluations for ADNOC employees per OSHAD and ADNOC standards.
- Led health promotion and preventive initiatives including child health campaigns, pre-marital/pre-employment screenings, travel consultations, smoking cessation support, STD prevention, family planning services, breastfeeding guidance, and national screening programs.
- Collaborated effectively with multiple specialties via established referral networks to ensure coordinated care.
- Maintained meticulous medical documentation, generated reports, participated in audits, and contributed to quality improvement initiatives.
- Dedicated 6 hours per week to administrative responsibilities including clinical governance, result verification, and issuance of referral and insurance documentation.
- Committed to continuous professional development, mandatory training, and community health education programs.
Specialist Family Medicine
ADNOC Offshore (ADMA-OPCO – Das Island Medical Clinic)
09.2014 - 11.2018
- Provided primary and emergency care in offshore settings, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.
- Managed common and complex primary care conditions per guidelines: respiratory, gastrointestinal, dermatological, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and mental health disorders.
- Performed minor procedures: wound care, laceration repair, abscess drainage.
- Delivered pediatric care (infections, vaccinations, growth monitoring) and women’s health services (menstrual irregularities, STD/PID, antenatal/postnatal care, pap smears, IUD placement).
- Conducted occupational health assessments and fitness-for-duty evaluations per OSHAD and ADNOC standards.
- Participated in health promotion and preventive care initiatives.
- Maintained documentation, coordinated care, and collaborated with referral networks.
- Engaged in professional development and community health education.
General Practice Physician & Medical Director
Arabian Island Medical Center
08.2009 - 08.2014
- Oversaw clinical operations, staff training, and patient safety protocols.
- Delivered primary care, chronic disease management, and preventive health services.
- Led quality assurance meetings, complaint resolution, and care coordination.
General Practice Physician
Al Sadiq Medical Center
12.2008 - 08.2009
- Provided family medicine services including diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care.
- Acted as facility medical director ensuring quality service delivery.
General Practice Physician
American European Medical Center
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Delivered general practice and occupational health screening services.
- Coordinated referrals and care with relevant authorities.
Medical Officer / General Practice Physician
United Medical Center for Afghans
11.2002 - 05.2005
- Provided primary and emergency care for Afghan refugees.
- Managed communicable, psychological, and chronic illnesses in underserved populations.
Medical Officer / General Practice Physician
Alkhidmat Hospital
02.1995 - 10.2002
- Delivered inpatient and outpatient care in a 60-bed multi-specialty hospital.
- Worked across general medicine, pediatrics, surgery, orthopedics, cardiology, gynecology, and preventive medicine.
Education
MBBS - Healthcare
Khyber Medical Collegs, University of Peshawar
Peshawar Pakistan11-1994
MRCGP [International] - Family Medicine
Royal College of General Practitioners
United Kingdom04-2014
Skills
- Primary Care & Family Medicine
- Emergency & Urgent Care
- Preventive & Occupational Health
- Minor Surgical Procedures
- Pediatric & Women’s Health
- Vaccination Programs
- Health Promotion & Patient Education
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Clinical Governance & Quality Assurance
- Medical Leadership & Facility Management
- Occupational Health screening and fitness
Affiliations
Optional: UAE Medical Association, Pakistan Medical Association, or other memberships
Certification
- HAAD (DOH) UAE – Specialist Family Medicine, License No. GD5598
- PMDC Pakistan – Medical & Dental Council, Reg. No. 7201-N
- Diploma in Anesthesiology, 1998 – Hayat Abad Medical Complex, Peshawar
Languages
English
Full Professional
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Full Professional
Arabic
Limited Working
Persian
Elementary
Turkish
Elementary
Timeline
Specialist Family Medicine & Lead Physician
Response Plus Medical Services (ADNOC Offshore – Zirkru Medical Center)
01.2019 - Current
Specialist Family Medicine
ADNOC Offshore (ADMA-OPCO – Das Island Medical Clinic)
09.2014 - 11.2018
General Practice Physician & Medical Director
Arabian Island Medical Center
08.2009 - 08.2014
General Practice Physician
Al Sadiq Medical Center
12.2008 - 08.2009
General Practice Physician
American European Medical Center
01.2008 - 12.2008
Medical Officer / General Practice Physician
United Medical Center for Afghans
11.2002 - 05.2005
Medical Officer / General Practice Physician
Alkhidmat Hospital
02.1995 - 10.2002
MBBS - Healthcare
Khyber Medical Collegs, University of Peshawar
MRCGP [International] - Family Medicine
Royal College of General Practitioners