Physicians & Doctors vs. Allied Health Professionals
Category Workforce Comparison · Dubai
Comparing Physicians & Doctors (24,178 on the register, 15,646 with a full-time licence) with Allied Health Professionals (32,885 on the register, 22,177 with a full-time licence) in Dubai's healthcare system.
24,178
Physicians & Doctors
32,885
Allied Health Professionals
661
Physicians & Doctors per 100K
898
Allied Health Professionals per 100K
Key Metrics
| Metric | Physicians & Doctors | Allied Health Professionals |
|---|---|---|
| Professionals on the Register | 24,178 | 32,885 |
| % of Register Records | 24% | 33% |
| Per 100K Population | 661 | 898 |
| FTL Rate | 65% | 67% |
| REG Rate (registered only) | 35% | 32% |
| Active Specialties | 33 | 23 |
Top Employers
Physicians & Doctors
Allied Health Professionals
Top Specialties
Physicians & Doctors
General Practitioner6,921
Obstetrics & Gynecology1,501
Pediatrics1,221
Family Medicine1,088
Dermatology1,070
Anesthesiology1,056
Internal Medicine983
Orthopedic Surgery917
General Surgery727
Ophthalmology608
Allied Health Professionals
Pharmacist9,388
Physiotherapist3,563
Medical Laboratory Technologist2,372
Aesthetician & Beauty Therapist2,140
Optometrist1,851
Radiography Technologist1,591
Medical Laboratory Technician1,211
Dental Assistant841
Pharmacy Technician832
Laser Hair Reduction Technician653
Source: the public register of licensed medical professionals kept by the Dubai health regulator, read 2026-04-03. See data sources. This comparison is for informational purposes only.