General Surgery vs. Emergency Medicine in Dubai

Side-by-Side Specialty Comparison

A data-driven comparison of General Surgery (727 professionals) and Emergency Medicine (421 professionals) in Dubai's healthcare system. All data sourced from the DHA Sheryan Medical Professional Registry.

At a Glance

Metric
General Surgery
Emergency Medicine
Total Professionals
727
421
FTL (Full Trade License)
460(63%)
273(65%)
REG (Registered)
264(36%)
148(35%)
Facilities
167
41
Specialists
453
302
Consultants
274
119

Top Facilities by Specialty

Which Specialty Should You See?

When to see a general surgery specialist

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

Common searches: general surgeon, surgeon

When to see a emergency medicine specialist

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

Common searches: ER doctor, emergency physician

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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.