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A 40-year-old man with alcohol dependence is admitted and stops drinking abruptly. Two days later he develops tremor, agitation, visual hallucinations, sweating and a seizure. Which medication class is first-line to manage alcohol withdrawal?
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1A 58-year-old man with type 2 diabetes presents for routine review. His office blood pressure is 150/92 mmHg on two separate visits and he has albuminuria (urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio 45 mg/mmol). Which antihypertensive class is most appropriate as first-line therapy?
2A 65-year-old woman presents with acute central crushing chest pain for 40 minutes. ECG shows ST-segment elevation in leads II, III and aVF. Which coronary artery is most likely occluded?
3A 24-year-old man presents with a 3-week history of polyuria, polydipsia and weight loss. Random plasma glucose is 22 mmol/L and venous blood gas shows pH 7.25 with bicarbonate 14 mmol/L; urine ketones are strongly positive. What is the single most important immediate intervention?
4A 70-year-old woman with chronic atrial fibrillation has a CHA2DS2-VASc score of 4 and no contraindications to anticoagulation. What is the most appropriate long-term therapy to reduce her stroke risk?
5A 45-year-old man presents with episodic wheeze, cough and breathlessness worse at night and after exercise. Spirometry shows an FEV1/FVC ratio of 0.62 that improves to 0.78 after inhaled salbutamol. What is the most likely diagnosis?
6A 60-year-old man with a 40 pack-year smoking history has progressive exertional dyspnoea. Spirometry shows post-bronchodilator FEV1/FVC of 0.58 with FEV1 55% predicted. Which intervention has been shown to most improve survival in this condition?
7A 35-year-old woman presents with fatigue, cold intolerance, weight gain and constipation. TSH is 12 mIU/L (raised) and free T4 is low. What is the most appropriate treatment?
8A 28-year-old woman presents with weight loss, palpitations, heat intolerance and a fine tremor. She has a diffuse goitre and bilateral exophthalmos. TSH is suppressed and free T4 elevated. Which finding is most specific for the underlying diagnosis?
9A 50-year-old man presents with severe acute pain and swelling of the first metatarsophalangeal joint. Joint aspiration shows negatively birefringent needle-shaped crystals under polarised light. What is the most appropriate first-line treatment for this acute attack if there are no contraindications?
10A 30-year-old woman presents with a malar rash, photosensitivity, oral ulcers and arthralgia. Antinuclear antibody is positive and anti-double-stranded DNA antibody is strongly positive. What is the most likely diagnosis?
About the DOH Doctor Exam Exam
The DOH (formerly HAAD) licensing assessment is the mandatory examination for doctors who wish to practise in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. The General Practitioner exam is a Pearson VUE computer-based test of approximately 150 single-best-answer MCQs taken in about 165 minutes, covering core clinical specialties plus professionalism, ethics and patient safety.
Assessment
Computer-based single-best-answer MCQ test for the General Practitioner category, approximately 150 questions, delivered via Pearson VUE.
Time Limit
Approximately 165 minutes (about 2.5-3 hours)
Passing Score
No fixed pass mark is officially published by DOH; physician thresholds are commonly reported as roughly 60-65% (candidate-reported). Rely on your TAMM eligibility instructions for the definitive standard.
Exam Fee
Around AED 100 DOH pre-booking fee plus a Pearson VUE fee of roughly USD 74-95, in addition to DataFlow primary source verification costs. Fees change periodically. (Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DOH, formerly HAAD))
DOH Doctor Exam Exam Content Outline
Internal Medicine
Cardiology, respiratory, endocrine, GI, renal, infectious disease, rheumatology and haematology problems seen in general practice.
Pediatrics
Common childhood illness, neonatal problems, growth and development, and pediatric emergencies.
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Antenatal care, obstetric emergencies, contraception, menstrual disorders and gynaecological conditions.
General Surgery
Acute abdomen, hernias, biliary and bowel disease, and vascular surgical emergencies.
Emergency Medicine
Resuscitation, anaphylaxis, trauma, toxicology, ACS and environmental emergencies including heat stroke.
Psychiatry
Mood disorders, psychosis, anxiety, substance misuse and perinatal mental health.
Dermatology
Common rashes, skin infections, psoriasis and skin cancer recognition.
Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal
Fractures, sprains, back pain, radiculopathy and orthopaedic emergencies.
Ophthalmology
Acute red eye, sudden visual loss and diabetic retinopathy.
Otolaryngology
Otitis media, vertigo and head and neck red-flag presentations.
Professionalism and Ethics
Consent, capacity, confidentiality, conflicts of interest and raising concerns.
Patient Safety
Medication safety, surgical checklists, infection control and just-culture error analysis.
UAE and Abu Dhabi Health Regulations
DOH licensing, DataFlow verification, CME/CPD renewal, notifiable diseases and exam logistics.
How to Pass the DOH Doctor Exam Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: No fixed pass mark is officially published by DOH; physician thresholds are commonly reported as roughly 60-65% (candidate-reported). Rely on your TAMM eligibility instructions for the definitive standard.
- Assessment: Computer-based single-best-answer MCQ test for the General Practitioner category, approximately 150 questions, delivered via Pearson VUE.
- Time limit: Approximately 165 minutes (about 2.5-3 hours)
- Exam fee: Around AED 100 DOH pre-booking fee plus a Pearson VUE fee of roughly USD 74-95, in addition to DataFlow primary source verification costs. Fees change periodically.
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who administers the DOH doctor exam and where can I take it?
The Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DOH, formerly HAAD) regulates licensing in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, and the assessment is delivered as a computer-based test through Pearson VUE test centres, which exist in the UAE and many countries worldwide.
How many questions are on the DOH GP exam and how long is it?
The General Practitioner category is widely reported as approximately 150 single-best-answer multiple-choice questions completed in about 165 minutes (roughly 2.5-3 hours). Always confirm the exact count for your title in your TAMM eligibility message.
What is the passing score for the DOH doctor exam?
DOH does not officially publish a fixed pass percentage. For physicians, a threshold of around 60-65% is commonly reported by candidates, though the definitive standard is provided to you through TAMM. Aim to score consistently above 70% in practice.
What do I need to do before I can sit the exam?
Internationally trained doctors must complete DataFlow primary source verification of their qualifications and apply through the DOH/TAMM portal. Once eligible, you receive instructions to schedule the Pearson VUE exam.