Dubai Healthcare Professional Directory
99,520 UAE-Licensed (Dubai) Professionals
This is the largest publicly searchable directory of UAE-licensed (Dubai) healthcare professionals in Dubai, sourced from the official Sheryan Medical Registry. It covers 24,186 physicians, 7,713 dentists, 34,733 nurses and midwives, and 32,888 allied health professionals across 5,505 healthcare facilities.
99,520
Licensed professionals
5,505
Healthcare facilities
73
Specialties tracked
4
Professional categories
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Physicians & Doctors
24,186 professionals
Licensed physicians including general practitioners, specialists, and consultants across all medical disciplines in Dubai.
Dentists
7,713 professionals
Licensed dental professionals including general dentists, orthodontists, endodontists, and oral surgeons practicing in Dubai.
Nurses & Midwives
34,733 professionals
Registered nurses, assistant nurses, and midwives licensed by Dubai Health Authority.
Allied Health Professionals
32,888 professionals
Pharmacists, physiotherapists, lab technologists, optometrists, psychologists, and other allied health professionals in Dubai.
Top Specialties
Registered Nurse
28,551 professionals
Pharmacist
9,388 professionals
General Practitioner
6,922 professionals
Assistant Nurse
5,725 professionals
General Dentist
5,102 professionals
Physiotherapist
3,563 professionals
Medical Laboratory Technologist
2,372 professionals
Aesthetician & Beauty Therapist
2,142 professionals
Optometrist
1,851 professionals
Radiography Technologist
1,591 professionals
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1,501 professionals
Pediatrics
1,222 professionals
Medical Laboratory Technician
1,211 professionals
Family Medicine
1,089 professionals
Dermatology
1,072 professionals
Anesthesiology
1,056 professionals
Internal Medicine
983 professionals
Orthopedic Surgery
917 professionals
Dental Assistant
841 professionals
Pharmacy Technician
832 professionals
Largest Healthcare Facilities by Staff
How Many Healthcare Professionals Are There in Dubai?
As of 2026-04-03, there are 99,520 UAE-licensed (Dubai) healthcare professionals practicing in Dubai, according to the official Sheryan Medical Registry maintained by the UAE healthcare regulator (Dubai). This includes 24,186 physicians and doctors, 7,713 dentists, 34,733 nurses and midwives, and 32,888 allied health professionals (pharmacists, physiotherapists, lab technologists, optometrists, and others). These professionals work across 5,505 healthcare facilities, from large hospitals like Rashid Hospital (2,675 staff) and Dubai Hospital (1,638 staff) to small neighborhood clinics and pharmacies.
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Source: the UAE healthcare regulator (Dubai) Sheryan Medical Professional Registry. Data scraped 2026-04-03. This directory is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Verify professional credentials directly with the UAE healthcare regulator before making healthcare decisions.