The share of female practicing physicians aged 55-64 in Japan reflects a growing trend, with a forecasted increase from 17.11% in 2024 to 19.55% by 2028. This progression from the 2023 level indicates a steady rise in female physician participation within this age group. The year-on-year growth rate underscores a positive trend, highlighting an increased representation of women in mid to late career stages within the healthcare sector. Over a span of five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) suggests consistent momentum towards greater gender balance.
Future trends to watch include policies aimed at promoting gender diversity in medical education and practice, which may further accelerate female representation. Additionally, societal shifts towards supporting work-life balance for physicians may contribute to sustaining this increase in the proportion of female practitioners within this age bracket.
