· 📍 Dubai, UAE
In November 2024, Dr. Nikhila Pachani cleared the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) Licence Examination. The DHA Licence is the regulatory credential required for medical practice in Dubai, and clearing it adds an internationally recognised qualification to her existing Indian super-specialty training.
What this means for patients
The DHA examination is rigorous — it tests current evidence-based cardiology across acute coronary syndromes, structural heart disease, heart failure, arrhythmia, and intervention. Passing it confirms that Dr. Nikhila's day-to-day practice aligns with international standards.
For her patients in Rajkot and Saurashtra, the credential is reassurance — the same standard of cardiac care that would be delivered in a Dubai tertiary centre is what they receive at Backbone Medicity.
Continuing in Rajkot
Dr. Nikhila remains based in Rajkot at Backbone Medicity and continues her outreach OPDs across Saurashtra. The DHA Licence is held as eligibility — active cardiac practice continues in India.