Ophthalmology Career in Dubai
608 Licensed Professionals · 17 per 100K
Dubai employs 608 DHA-licensed ophthalmology professionals across 20 areas, working at 10 facilities. The consultant ratio is 29% — meaning 176 hold consultant-level appointments. The FTL rate is 63%, indicating the share operating under their own trade license.
608
Total workforce
17
Per 100K population
63%
FTL rate
29%
Consultant ratio
Top Employers
The largest employers of ophthalmology professionals in Dubai, ranked by headcount.
Geographic Hotspots
The top 3 areas account for 49% of all ophthalmology professionals in Dubai.
Al Barsha
39 professionals
Deira
18 professionals
Al Safa
17 professionals
Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC)
16 professionals
Oud Metha
10 professionals
Al Garhoud
10 professionals
Jumeirah
7 professionals
Bur Dubai
7 professionals
Employment Model
FTL (Own License)
381
63%
REG (Facility License)
227
37%
A higher FTL rate suggests more independent practitioners and private practice opportunities. With 63% FTL, ophthalmology professionals in Dubai lean toward independent practice.
Specialist to Consultant Pathway
432
Specialists
176
Consultants
29%
Consultant ratio
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ophthalmology professionals work in Dubai?
There are 608 DHA-licensed ophthalmology professionals in Dubai as of 2026-04-03. This translates to 17 per 100,000 population.
What are the top employers for ophthalmology in Dubai?
The largest employers are Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai, Magrabi Eye Hospital - Outpatient Surgery Center, Dubai Hospital - Dubai Health . The top facility employs 22 ophthalmology professionals.
What is the FTL rate for ophthalmology in Dubai?
63% of ophthalmology professionals hold a Full Trade License (FTL), meaning they operate under their own license. The remaining 37% are registered under a facility's license.
Where are ophthalmology professionals concentrated in Dubai?
The top areas are Al Barsha (39), Deira (18), Al Safa (17). The top 3 areas account for 49% of all ophthalmology 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.