be interested. It is a big undertaking. I am focusing on the Emirates and Qatar mainly because they are more westernized. With a 30% DM rate there needs to be 100's of podiatrists coming in to the middle east. Let me know if you need any other specific information. This is a coincidence, I've just joined this forum and looking to start a business in Lebanon, I can't help since I'm looking for the same information but hope somone here will be able to help us, S.Calvin PS&gt; Have you thought of starting up your own private practice in one the middle east? Hi calvin! ummm i have thot about setting up privately but not abroad, as in the middle east. I was hoping to seek experience first in the area and feel it necessary first and foremost! why lebannon? zainab Have you qualified in a normal Bsc Degree or have you done a post grad? As in terms of employment I would say it is always better to have a few years practice if you plan on opening your own private clinic. Alternatively you can work for someone else in private practice. Hey I hold a Bsc Hons degree, im also one of the first to hold a poms and l.a.. yes i totally agree with you thats why im hoping to work along side and for other podiatrists. Are you based in the middle east yourself? zainab I just spent 7 months in Saudi which was a great