Pediatrics vs. Ophthalmology in Dubai

Side-by-Side Specialty Comparison

A data-driven comparison of Pediatrics (1,222 professionals) and Ophthalmology (608 professionals) in Dubai's healthcare system. All data sourced from the DHA Sheryan Medical Professional Registry.

At a Glance

Metric

Pediatrics

Ophthalmology

Total Professionals

1,222

608

FTL (Full Trade License)

854(70%)

381(63%)

REG (Registered)

368(30%)

227(37%)

Facilities

279

143

Specialists

916

432

Consultants

306

176

Top Facilities by Specialty

Top Facilities for Pediatrics

1. Al Jalila Children’s Specialty Hospital FZ-LLC116

2. Mediclinic Parkview Hospital LLC28

3. Graduate Medical Education- Dubai Health 27

4. Medcare Royal Speciality Hospital (Br of Medcare Hospital LLC)19

5. Kings College Hospital London Br Of Kch Healthcare LLC19

Top Facilities for Ophthalmology

1. Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai22

2. Magrabi Eye Hospital - Outpatient Surgery Center20

3. Dubai Hospital - Dubai Health 20

4. Barraquer Eye Hospital FZ-LLC10

5. Eye Consultants FZ-LLC9

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 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

Explore Each Specialty

Pediatrics

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

Ophthalmology

Full Ophthalmology directory (608 professionals) →Best ophthalmology 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.