Pediatrics Career in Dubai
1,222 Licensed Professionals · 33 per 100K
Dubai employs 1,222 DHA-licensed pediatrics professionals across 25 areas, working at 10 facilities. The consultant ratio is 25% — meaning 306 hold consultant-level appointments. The FTL rate is 70%, indicating the share operating under their own trade license.
1,222
Total workforce
33
Per 100K population
70%
FTL rate
25%
Consultant ratio
Top Employers
The largest employers of pediatrics professionals in Dubai, ranked by headcount.
Geographic Hotspots
The top 3 areas account for 49% of all pediatrics professionals in Dubai.
Al Jaddaf
117 professionals
Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC)
73 professionals
Al Barsha
68 professionals
Al Safa
58 professionals
Oud Metha
45 professionals
Deira
32 professionals
Al Garhoud
24 professionals
Al Nahda
18 professionals
Employment Model
FTL (Own License)
854
70%
REG (Facility License)
368
30%
A higher FTL rate suggests more independent practitioners and private practice opportunities. With 70% FTL, pediatrics professionals in Dubai lean toward independent practice.
Specialist to Consultant Pathway
916
Specialists
306
Consultants
25%
Consultant ratio
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pediatrics professionals work in Dubai?
There are 1,222 DHA-licensed pediatrics professionals in Dubai as of 2026-04-03. This translates to 33 per 100,000 population.
What are the top employers for pediatrics in Dubai?
The largest employers are Al Jalila Children’s Specialty Hospital, Mediclinic Parkview Hospital, Graduate Medical Education- Dubai Health. The top facility employs 116 pediatrics professionals.
What is the FTL rate for pediatrics in Dubai?
70% of pediatrics professionals hold a Full Trade License (FTL), meaning they operate under their own license. The remaining 30% are registered under a facility's license.
Where are pediatrics professionals concentrated in Dubai?
The top areas are Al Jaddaf (117), Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) (73), Al Barsha (68). The top 3 areas account for 49% of all pediatrics professionals.
Related Pages
Pediatrics Directory
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Best Pediatrics Doctors
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Supply Analysis
Supply adequacy and geographic gaps
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.