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.
Oud Metha
29 professionals
Al Safa
26 professionals
Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC)
21 professionals
Al Barsha
18 professionals
Deira
12 professionals
Al Garhoud
7 professionals
Jumeirah
6 professionals
Mirdif
6 professionals
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.
Related Pages
Dermatology Directory
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Supply Analysis
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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.