The share of practicing physicians aged 35 or less in the US was 16.70% in 2023. Forecast data indicates a marginal decline from 2024 through 2028, with figures remaining relatively stable, only slightly decreasing from 16.69% to 16.68%. This negligible decrease suggests limited year-on-year variation and signifies a stable pattern in the proportion of younger physicians over the upcoming five years.

Future trends to watch for:

An increasing recognition of digital health technologies could attract younger physicians.
Policy changes regarding education and training might influence the age demographic of new physicians.
Efforts towards more flexible work environments may impact this age group’s representation in the workforce.