The number of medical doctors practicing in Austria has been experiencing steady growth. In 2023, the number stood at approximately 50.25 thousand persons. The forecast data for the following years indicate an incremental yearly increase, with values rising to 50.98 thousand in 2024, 51.74 thousand in 2025, 52.5 thousand in 2026, 53.25 thousand in 2027, and reaching 53.99 thousand in 2028.

The year-on-year growth rate is consistently around 1.5%, demonstrating a stable upward trend. The average annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years is approximately 1.6%, underscoring a consistent rise in the number of practicing medical doctors.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential impacts of healthcare policy changes on the medical workforce.
The influence of technological advancements and telemedicine on the demand for traditional medical doctors.
Demographic shifts and the aging population's effect on healthcare needs and medical practitioner requirements.
Trends in medical education and the inflow of newly qualified doctors into the system.