Physicians & Doctors

Obstetrics & Gynecology: Workforce Profile

1,501 Licensed · 41 per 100K · 27 Areas Covered

Workforce intelligence for obstetrics & gynecology professionals in Dubai. This profile covers supply density, licensing patterns, seniority distribution, employer concentration, and geographic access. All data from the DHA Sheryan Medical Professional Registry.

1,501

Total licensed

41

Per 100K pop.

67%

FTL rate

24%

Consultant ratio

27

Areas covered

44%

Top 3 area conc.

Supply Assessment

At 41 per 100K, this specialty exceeds the OECD benchmark of ~20 per 100K, reflecting Dubai's role as a regional medical hub and medical tourism destination.

License Type Breakdown

FTL (Full Trade License) holders operate under their own license, typically independent practitioners. REG (Registered) professionals work under a facility's license. A 67% FTL rate is high, suggesting many obstetrics & gynecology professionals operate independently or run private practices.

FTL (Full Trade License)

1,008

67%

REG (Registered)

493

33%

Specialist vs. Consultant

In the DHA system, Specialists hold board certification in their field. Consultants are senior specialists with 5+ years of post-certification experience. The consultant ratio indicates career pipeline maturity — a higher ratio suggests an established, senior workforce.

Specialists

1,140

Consultants

361

Consultant Ratio

24%

Balanced seniority pipeline

Top Facilities for Obstetrics & Gynecology

The largest single employer holds 3% of all obstetrics & gynecology professionals in Dubai. Supply is relatively distributed across facilities.

Geographic Distribution

Concentration index: 44% of obstetrics & gynecology professionals are located in the top 3 areas (Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), Al Barsha, Oud Metha). Supply is relatively well-distributed across areas.

Geographic Gaps

Areas in Dubai with zero licensed obstetrics & gynecology professionals. These represent potential access deserts for residents needing this specialty.

Dubai MarinaJebel AliAl MankhoolUmm SuqeimAl WaslAl QuozDiscovery GardensAl RiggaTECOM

Related

Source: Dubai Health Authority (DHA) Sheryan Medical Professional Registry. Data scraped 2026-04-03. Population estimate: 3,660,000 (Dubai Statistics Center). OECD benchmarks are approximate averages for context and may not be directly comparable due to differences in licensing scope and population demographics. This page presents labor market analysis for informational purposes only.