Internal Medicine vs. Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery in Dubai

Side-by-Side Specialty Comparison

A data-driven comparison of Internal Medicine (983 professionals) and Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery (518 professionals) in Dubai's healthcare system. All data sourced from the DHA Sheryan Medical Professional Registry.

At a Glance

Metric

Internal Medicine

Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery

Total Professionals

983

518

FTL (Full Trade License)

616(63%)

412(80%)

REG (Registered)

367(37%)

102(20%)

Facilities

248

226

Specialists

754

316

Consultants

229

202

Top Facilities by Specialty

Top Facilities for Internal Medicine

1. Rashid Hospital - Dubai Health 69

2. Dubai Hospital - Dubai Health 44

3. Graduate Medical Education- Dubai Health 22

4. American Hospital Dubai LLC13

5. Zulekha Hospital LLC10

Top Facilities for Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery

1. QUTTAINAH SPECIALIZED HOSPITAL L.L.C37

2. American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery Hospital (AACSH) FZ-LLC13

3. BELLA ROMA SPECIALTY HOSPITAL L.L.C10

4. Rashid Hospital - Dubai Health 8

5. COSMESURGE PLASTIC SURGERY HOSPITAL AND CLINICS L.L.C8

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 plastic and cosmetic surgery specialist

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

Common searches: plastic surgeon, cosmetic surgeon

Explore Each Specialty

Internal Medicine

Full Internal Medicine directory (983 professionals) →Best internal medicine doctors in Dubai →

Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery

Full Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery directory (518 professionals) →Best plastic & cosmetic surgery 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.