Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Career in Dubai

518 Licensed Professionals · 14 per 100K

Dubai employs 518 DHA-licensed plastic & cosmetic surgery professionals across 11 areas, working at 10 facilities. The consultant ratio is 39% — meaning 202 hold consultant-level appointments. The FTL rate is 80%, indicating the share operating under their own trade license.

518

Total workforce

14

Per 100K population

80%

FTL rate

39%

Consultant ratio

Top Employers

The largest employers of plastic & cosmetic surgery professionals in Dubai, ranked by headcount.

Geographic Hotspots

The top 3 areas account for 56% of all plastic & cosmetic surgery professionals in Dubai.

Employment Model

FTL (Own License)

412

80%

REG (Facility License)

106

20%

A higher FTL rate suggests more independent practitioners and private practice opportunities. With 80% FTL, plastic & cosmetic surgery professionals in Dubai lean toward independent practice.

Specialist to Consultant Pathway

316

Specialists

202

Consultants

39%

Consultant ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

How many plastic & cosmetic surgery professionals work in Dubai?

There are 518 DHA-licensed plastic & cosmetic surgery professionals in Dubai as of 2026-04-03. This translates to 14 per 100,000 population.

What are the top employers for plastic & cosmetic surgery in Dubai?

The largest employers are QUTTAINAH SPECIALIZED HOSPITAL L.L.C, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery Hospital (AACSH) FZ-LLC, BELLA ROMA SPECIALTY HOSPITAL L.L.C. The top facility employs 37 plastic & cosmetic surgery professionals.

What is the FTL rate for plastic & cosmetic surgery in Dubai?

80% of plastic & cosmetic surgery professionals hold a Full Trade License (FTL), meaning they operate under their own license. The remaining 20% are registered under a facility's license.

Where are plastic & cosmetic surgery professionals concentrated in Dubai?

The top areas are Oud Metha (11), Deira (9), Al Barsha (7). The top 3 areas account for 56% of all plastic & cosmetic surgery 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.