Dr Tariq Farooq
General Practitioner
Department & Services
Department
DentistrySpeciality
General DentistryAbout
Dr Tariq Farooq is a highly experienced General Practitioner specialising in general dentistry. With over a decade of dedicated clinical practice across leading institutions in the UAE and internationally, he has established a reputation for rigorous, patient-centred care grounded in the latest evidence.
Dr Farooq approaches every consultation with patience and thoroughness. he believes that accurate diagnosis depends as much on listening as on investigation, and takes the time to understand each patient's individual health history, lifestyle, and concerns before formulating a treatment plan.
Before joining Ark Medical Centre, Dr Farooq completed advanced training in general dentistry at prestigious institutions in the United Kingdom and the Gulf region. he has been practising in the UAE for over ten years and holds a current licence from the Dubai Health Authority.
Dr Farooq is a regular contributor to his specialty's professional community, participating in national conferences and contributing to peer-reviewed literature. he is committed to continuing medical education and incorporating the latest clinical guidelines into everyday practice.
Experience
- General Practitioner, General Dentistry — Ark Medical Centre, Dubai (2020 – Present)
- Specialist, General Dentistry — NMC Specialty Hospital, Abu Dhabi (2016 – 2020)
- Registrar, General Dentistry — King's College Hospital, London (2012 – 2016)
- House Officer — Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast (2010 – 2012)
Achievements & Awards
- Fellowship in General Dentistry — Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons
- DHA Licensed General Practitioner — Dubai Health Authority
- Diplomate, Arab Board of Medical Specialisations
- Published research papers in peer-reviewed journals on general dentistry
- Recipient of the Clinical Excellence Award, NMC Healthcare Group (2019)
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Available At
Ark Medical Centre
Healthcare City
Building 64, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai
+971-4-362-7000
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Available Times — Sunday, 01 Nov 2026