Internal Medicine vs. General Surgery in Dubai

Side-by-Side Specialty Comparison

A data-driven comparison of Internal Medicine (983 professionals) and General Surgery (727 professionals) in Dubai's healthcare system. All data sourced from the DHA Sheryan Medical Professional Registry.

At a Glance

Metric
Internal Medicine
General Surgery
Total Professionals
983
727
FTL (Full Trade License)
616(63%)
460(63%)
REG (Registered)
367(37%)
264(36%)
Facilities
248
167
Specialists
754
453
Consultants
229
274

Top Facilities by Specialty

Which Specialty Should You See?

When to see a internal medicine specialist

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

Common searches: internist, internal medicine doctor

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

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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.