Family Medicine vs. Ophthalmology in Dubai

Side-by-Side Specialty Comparison

A data-driven comparison of Family Medicine (1,089 professionals) and Ophthalmology (608 professionals) in Dubai's healthcare system. All data sourced from the DHA Sheryan Medical Professional Registry.

At a Glance

Metric

Family Medicine

Ophthalmology

Total Professionals

1,089

608

FTL (Full Trade License)

688(63%)

381(63%)

REG (Registered)

401(37%)

227(37%)

Facilities

228

143

Specialists

511

432

Consultants

578

176

Top Facilities by Specialty

Top Facilities for Family Medicine

1. Nadd Al Hammar Medical Center - PHC52

2. Al Barsha Medical Center - PHC41

3. Al Mizher Medical Center - PHC31

4. Emirates Airline Clinic(Br)19

5. Dubai Police General17

Top Facilities for Ophthalmology

1. Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai22

2. Magrabi Eye Hospital - Outpatient Surgery Center20

3. Dubai Hospital - Dubai Health 20

4. Barraquer Eye Hospital FZ-LLC10

5. Eye Consultants FZ-LLC9

Which Specialty Should You See?

When to see a family medicine specialist

Family Medicine specialists focus on conditions related to their area of expertise. You would typically be referred by your GP or seek a family medicine consultation when symptoms are specific to this field.

Common searches: family doctor, family physician

When to see a ophthalmology specialist

Ophthalmology specialists focus on conditions related to their area of expertise. You would typically be referred by your GP or seek a ophthalmology consultation when symptoms are specific to this field.

Common searches: eye doctor, ophthalmologist, eye specialist

Explore Each Specialty

Family Medicine

Full Family Medicine directory (1,089 professionals) →Best family medicine doctors in Dubai →

Ophthalmology

Full Ophthalmology directory (608 professionals) →Best ophthalmology doctors in Dubai →

Source: Dubai Health Authority (DHA) Sheryan Medical Professional Registry. Data scraped 2026-04-03. This comparison is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult your GP for referrals to the appropriate specialist. Verify professional credentials directly with DHA.