How do I report a doctor in Dubai for malpractice?

In Dubai, practitioners and facilities are licensed and overseen by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), so a malpractice complaint about Dubai-based care normally goes there first. You can submit a complaint through the DHA's website, smart app, call centre, or patient-complaints channel, describing what happened and attaching your medical records, reports, and any supporting evidence. Under the UAE Medical Liability Law (Federal Law No. 4 of 2016), complaints alleging a medical error are referred to a Medical Liability Committee of specialists, which reviews the file and issues a technical opinion on whether an error occurred and its seriousness. That opinion guides any disciplinary action against the practitioner, as well as any civil-compensation or criminal track. Note that facilities in DIFC or in Dubai's healthcare free zones may have their own additional regulator, so confirm which body licenses the provider. Keep your complaint reference number and copies of all submissions. Because the outcome can hinge on the medical evidence, you can compare verified UAE legal professionals on LEXAI to discuss your options before or after filing.