09.05.2026 • 28 Min.

What does it really look like to leave a successful medical career in Germany and start over in Dubai? In this episode of Dubai Doc Diary, Dr. Angela Thomas sits down with — a German physician with over 16 years of medical experience in geriatrics and internal medicine, who made the bold move from hospital leadership in Germany into an entirely different healthcare environment in the UAE. From navigating the complicated DHA licensing process completely on her own, to balancing motherhood, relocation, career changes, and stepping into the world of school medicine in Dubai — this conversation gives an honest behind-the-scenes look at what many doctors never see before relocating. Together, they discuss: • the emotional side of relocating as a medical family • why Dubai offers opportunities beyond hospitals and clinics • what a school doctor in Dubai actually does • how prevention, vaccinations, and student healthcare work in the UAE • the differences between Germany and Dubai’s healthcare systems • why many highly qualified doctors underestimate the importance of visibility and personal branding in Dubai • and how stepping outside your comfort zone can completely reshape your career and mindset This episode is especially valuable for: Doctors considering relocation to Dubai, physicians exploring non-traditional medical careers, medical families planning an international move, and healthcare professionals curious about working inside Dubai’s international school system. Subscribe to Dubai Doc Diary for more real stories, practical insights, and unfiltered conversations from doctors building their careers in the UAE. Presented by Dubai Docs Fast Track — helping doctors move from “thinking about Dubai” to becoming licensed and professionally positioned in the UAE.