Pediatrics vs. Internal Medicine in Dubai

Side-by-Side Specialty Comparison

A data-driven comparison of Pediatrics (1,222 professionals) and Internal Medicine (983professionals) in Dubai's healthcare system. All data sourced from the DHA Sheryan Medical Professional Registry.

At a Glance

Metric

Pediatrics

Internal Medicine

Total Professionals

1,222

983

FTL (Full Trade License)

854(70%)

616(63%)

REG (Registered)

368(30%)

367(37%)

Facilities

279

248

Specialists

916

754

Consultants

306

229

Top Facilities by Specialty

Top Facilities for Pediatrics

1. Al Jalila Children’s Specialty Hospital116

2. Mediclinic Parkview Hospital28

3. Graduate Medical Education- Dubai Health27

4. Medcare Royal Speciality Hospital19

5. Kings College Hospital London19

Top Facilities for Internal Medicine

1. Rashid Hospital - Dubai Health69

2. Dubai Hospital - Dubai Health44

3. Graduate Medical Education- Dubai Health22

4. American Hospital Dubai13

5. Zulekha Hospital10

Which Specialty Should You See?

When to see a pediatrics specialist

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

Common searches: pediatrician, child doctor, kids doctor

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

Explore Each Specialty

Pediatrics

Full Pediatrics directory (1,222professionals) →Best pediatricsdoctors in Dubai →

Internal Medicine

Full Internal Medicine directory (983professionals) →Best internal medicinedoctors 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.