Licensed Medical Microbiologists in Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Sharjah – Experts in Infectious Diseases & Laboratory Diagnostics
Infections are among the most common health challenges worldwide. At ShopDoc UAE, we connect you with DHA-licensed medical microbiologists across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and other Emirates. These specialists work in hospital laboratories, using advanced testing methods to detect, identify, and monitor infections caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.

What Is a Microbiologist?
A medical microbiologist is a doctor trained in the laboratory diagnosis and management of infectious diseases. They are experts in analyzing patient samples, guiding antibiotic treatment, and ensuring infection control in hospitals.

Why Consult a Medical Microbiologist?
You may need microbiology services if your doctor requires:

• Blood, urine, or stool cultures to detect infections

• Antibiotic sensitivity testing (to choose the right medicine)

• PCR & molecular diagnostics for viruses (COVID-19, Hepatitis, HIV)

• Fungal and parasitic infection tests

• Hospital infection control & outbreak management

Specialties in Medical Microbiology:

• Bacteriology

• Virology

• Mycology (fungal diseases)

• Parasitology

• Molecular microbiology

At ShopDoc UAE, our partner microbiologists help ensure accurate diagnosis, targeted treatment, and prevention of antibiotic resistance.

What Is a Medical Microbiologist?
A medical microbiologist is a specialist who studies and diagnoses infectious diseases. They analyze patient samples, identify harmful microorganisms, and recommend the most effective treatments.

Conditions Managed by Microbiologists

• Bacterial infections (TB, pneumonia, urinary tract infections)

• Viral infections (HIV, Hepatitis, Influenza, COVID-19)

• Fungal infections (candidiasis, aspergillosis)

• Parasitic diseases (malaria, amoebiasis, giardiasis)

• Hospital-acquired infections (sepsis, MRSA, multi-drug resistant bacteria)

Qualifications of a Microbiologist
Medical microbiologists complete MBBS, followed by specialization (MD or equivalent) in Microbiology, with extensive training in infection diagnosis and control.

FAQ

• Do microbiologists treat patients directly?
  They usually work in laboratories, but their diagnostic guidance helps doctors prescribe the most effective medicines.

• Why is antibiotic sensitivity testing important?
  It helps prevent misuse of antibiotics and ensures patients receive the right treatment for their infection.

• Can microbiologists help in hospital infection control?
  Yes, they lead infection prevention programs and play a key role in managing hospital outbreaks.