Neonatology Career in Dubai
104 Licensed Professionals · 3 per 100K
Dubai employs 104 DHA-licensed neonatology professionals across 14 areas, working at 10 facilities. The consultant ratio is 46% — meaning 48 hold consultant-level appointments. The FTL rate is 71%, indicating the share operating under their own trade license.
104
Total workforce
3
Per 100K population
71%
FTL rate
46%
Consultant ratio
Top Employers
The largest employers of neonatology professionals in Dubai, ranked by headcount.
Geographic Hotspots
The top 3 areas account for 51% of all neonatology professionals in Dubai.
Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC)
12 professionals
Oud Metha
12 professionals
Al Barsha
11 professionals
Deira
9 professionals
Al Garhoud
5 professionals
Jumeirah
4 professionals
Bur Dubai
4 professionals
Al Safa
4 professionals
Employment Model
FTL (Own License)
74
71%
REG (Facility License)
30
29%
A higher FTL rate suggests more independent practitioners and private practice opportunities. With 71% FTL, neonatology professionals in Dubai lean toward independent practice.
Specialist to Consultant Pathway
56
Specialists
48
Consultants
46%
Consultant ratio
Frequently Asked Questions
How many neonatology professionals work in Dubai?
There are 104 DHA-licensed neonatology professionals in Dubai as of 2026-04-03. This translates to 3 per 100,000 population.
What are the top employers for neonatology in Dubai?
The largest employers are Latifa Hospital - Dubai Health , Dubai Hospital - Dubai Health , Emirates Hospital L.L.C. The top facility employs 10 neonatology professionals.
What is the FTL rate for neonatology in Dubai?
71% of neonatology professionals hold a Full Trade License (FTL), meaning they operate under their own license. The remaining 29% are registered under a facility's license.
Where are neonatology professionals concentrated in Dubai?
The top areas are Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) (12), Oud Metha (12), Al Barsha (11). The top 3 areas account for 51% of all neonatology 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.