In 2023, the number of Specialist Medical Practitioners in Poland stood at approximately 97.9 thousand persons. The forecast data from 2024 onwards indicate a steady year-on-year increase in the number of specialists. From 2024 to 2028, the number is projected to grow from 98.87 thousand to 102.93 thousand. This represents a year-on-year growth of around 1% to 1.03%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period expected to be approximately 1.25%.
Key Future Trends to Watch:
- Potential impact of policy changes related to healthcare education and staffing
- Technological advancements and their effect on demand for specialist practitioners
- Economic factors influencing the healthcare sector's investment in professional training
- Demographic changes, particularly an aging population, driving the need for more specialists
