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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is set to launch a unified national platform for licensing healthcare professionals, according to the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP). This new system aims to simplify the licensing process, allowing medical practitioners to work across both public and private healthcare facilities nationwide without the need for multiple approvals.  

Previously, each emirate had its own licensing system, requiring healthcare professionals to undergo separate applications and approvals if they wanted to practice in different emirates. This often led to administrative challenges and delays in workforce mobility. The upcoming unified platform seeks to eliminate these hurdles by consolidating the process into a single streamlined system.  

By reducing bureaucratic complexities, the initiative is expected to cut down the time and effort required for healthcare workers to obtain their permits. Standardized licensing criteria across all emirates will enable medical professionals to move more freely, ensuring better healthcare accessibility and response to demand in various regions.  

This reform is anticipated to enhance the overall efficiency and quality of healthcare services in the UAE. By facilitating greater workforce mobility, the initiative aligns with the country’s broader vision of an integrated and responsive healthcare system. Both professionals and institutions are expected to benefit from this move, which promises to create a more agile and accessible medical workforce across the UAE.