Dermatology Career in Dubai

1,072 Licensed Professionals · 29 per 100K

Dubai employs 1,072 DHA-licensed dermatology professionals across 28 areas, working at 10 facilities. The consultant ratio is 11% — meaning 115 hold consultant-level appointments. The FTL rate is 76%, indicating the share operating under their own trade license.

1,072

Total workforce

29

Per 100K population

76%

FTL rate

11%

Consultant ratio

Top Employers

The largest employers of dermatology professionals in Dubai, ranked by headcount.

Geographic Hotspots

The top 3 areas account for 46% of all dermatology professionals in Dubai.

Employment Model

FTL (Own License)

815

76%

REG (Facility License)

257

24%

A higher FTL rate suggests more independent practitioners and private practice opportunities. With 76% FTL, dermatology professionals in Dubai lean toward independent practice.

Specialist to Consultant Pathway

957

Specialists

115

Consultants

11%

Consultant ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

How many dermatology professionals work in Dubai?

There are 1,072 DHA-licensed dermatology professionals in Dubai as of 2026-04-03. This translates to 29 per 100,000 population.

What are the top employers for dermatology in Dubai?

The largest employers are Rashid Hospital - Dubai Health , Mediclinic Dubai Mall Medical Centre Br Mediclinic Clinics LLC, SKIN EXPERTS POLYCLINIC L.L.C. The top facility employs 13 dermatology professionals.

What is the FTL rate for dermatology in Dubai?

76% of dermatology professionals hold a Full Trade License (FTL), meaning they operate under their own license. The remaining 24% are registered under a facility's license.

Where are dermatology professionals concentrated in Dubai?

The top areas are Oud Metha (29), Al Safa (26), Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) (21). The top 3 areas account for 46% of all dermatology professionals.

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Source: Dubai Health Authority (DHA) Sheryan Medical Professional Registry. Data scraped 2026-04-03. This career profile is for informational purposes only and does not constitute career or employment advice.