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DHP — Obstetrics & Gynaecology

O&G specialists qualify through the DHP Specialist Prometric Examination — a 150-MCQ test covering high-risk obstetrics, antenatal and intrapartum care, gynecologic oncology, and reproductive endocrinology. Mandatory DataFlow PSV applies. The QBMS track offers a structured residency pathway with Part 1 and final examinations.

Pathway Snapshot

The specialist route is a single Prometric exam. The QBMS track spans residency years with Part 1 and final combined written and clinical assessments.

Complete Journey (Specialist Route): Medical Graduation → DHP Portal & DataFlow PSV → DHP O&G Specialist Exam → Specialist Classification → Practice in Qatar.

Complete Journey (QBMS): Medical Graduation → QBMS Residency → Part 1 → Final Written + Final Clinical → QBMS Certification → Consultant Practice.

DHP Specialist Route Overview

Requirements: formal postgraduate O&G qualification, minimum 2–3 years of post-specialty clinical experience, valid Good Standing Certificate, and mandatory DataFlow PSV.

Attempts: Applicants can sit for the qualifying exam for 5 consecutive times, whatever the gap between each attempt. (Source: Official DHP Qualifying Examination Page, 2026. This policy supersedes previous regulations, including QCHP Circular No. 23/2015.)

DHP Obstetrics & Gynaecology Specialist Examination

Purpose: Assesses clinical knowledge across obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive medicine.

Format: 150 clinical vignette MCQs, single best answer.

Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes).

Passing Score: 65%.

Delivery: Prometric CBT centre (SCHQ2).

High-Yield Content Domains: High-Risk Obstetrics, Antenatal & Intrapartum Care, General Gynecology, Reproductive Endocrinology, Gynecologic Oncology, and Obstetrical Emergencies.

What we offer

Full O&G specialist exam question bank, clinical vignette practice, flashcards, and AI study companion.

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QBMS Track

The QBMS Obstetrics & Gynaecology program runs through a structured residency pathway. Program duration, PGY-level exam timing, and exact station format should be confirmed directly with QBMS. Based on the best available information:

  • Part 1: Reproductive Sciences Written MCQ, typically taken during the first half of residency.
  • Final Exam: Final Written plus Final Clinical Examination consisting of OSCE and SOE stations.

QBMS exam fees are sponsored for active HMC and Sidra residents. Retake fees: Part 1 ~QAR 500, Final Written ~QAR 1,000, Final Clinical ~QAR 1,500 (confirm with QBMS).

What we offer

QBMS Part 1 and Final Written question banks, plus OSCE station walkthroughs and SOE case scenarios for the final clinical examination.

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After Classification

Specialist classification permits practice as a recognized O&G Specialist in Qatar. Final license issuance occurs post-employment approval.

Fees

All figures below are approximate and based on best available information. Confirm all amounts directly with DHP, DataFlow, Prometric, and QBMS before relying on them.

ItemApprox. Fee

DataFlow PSV

~$195 – $250 USD — confirm with DataFlow

DHP Portal Evaluation

~QAR 100 (~$100 USD) — confirm with DHP

Prometric Exam Fee

$244 USD — confirm with Prometric

Final License Issuance

~QAR 1,000 – 1,500 — confirm with DHP

QBMS Part 1 Retake

~QAR 500 — confirm with QBMS

QBMS Final Written Retake

~QAR 1,000 — confirm with QBMS

QBMS Final Clinical Retake

~QAR 1,500 — confirm with QBMS

Note on Fees: All fees are set by the DHP, DataFlow, Prometric, and QBMS and are subject to change. Figures shown are approximate 2026 rates. QBMS exam fees are sponsored for active HMC and Sidra residents. Always verify on the official portals before payment.