In 2023, the number of practising physicians aged 35 or less in the US stood at 144.55 thousand. The data shows a steady annual growth in the number of young physicians from 2024 to 2028. The year-on-year variation indicates a consistent increase of about 0.45% to 0.47% annually. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over five years is approximately 0.48%, reflecting steady but moderate growth in this demographic.

Future trends to watch for include:

The impact of medical school enrollment rates on the supply of young physicians.
Potential policy changes affecting healthcare education and training.
The influence of technological advancements on healthcare practices, possibly affecting the field's attractiveness to new entrants.