Ophthalmology vs. ENT (Otolaryngology) in Dubai

Side-by-Side Specialty Comparison

A data-driven comparison of Ophthalmology (608 professionals) and ENT (Otolaryngology) (559 professionals) in Dubai's healthcare system. All data comes from Dubai's public Sheryan medical register.

At a Glance

Metric

Ophthalmology

ENT (Otolaryngology)

Total Professionals

608

559

FTL (Full-time licence)

381(63%)

383(69%)

REG (Registered only, no facility licence)

227(37%)

175(31%)

Facilities

143

179

Specialists

432

408

Consultants

176

151

Top Facilities by Specialty

Top Facilities for Ophthalmology

1. Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai22

2. Magrabi Eye Hospital - Outpatient Surgery Center20

3. Dubai Hospital - Dubai Health20

4. Barraquer Eye Hospital10

5. Eye Consultants9

Top Facilities for ENT (Otolaryngology)

1. Dubai Hospital - Dubai Health13

2. American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery Hospital (AACSH)9

3. Advance Hearing And Balance Center8

4. Al Zahra Pvt. Hospital8

5. Canadian Specialist Hospital8

Which Specialty Should You See?

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

When to see a ent (otolaryngology) specialist

ENT (Otolaryngology) specialists focus on conditions related to their area of expertise. You would typically be referred by your GP or seek a ent (otolaryngology) consultation when symptoms are specific to this field.

Common searches: ENT doctor, ear nose throat, ENT specialist

Explore Each Specialty

Ophthalmology

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

ENT (Otolaryngology)

Full ENT (Otolaryngology) directory (559 professionals) →Best ent (otolaryngology) doctors in Dubai →

Source: the UAE healthcare regulator (Dubai) 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 the UAE healthcare regulator.