As of 2023, the number of male practising physicians aged 55-64 in France stands at 28.0 thousand. From 2024 to 2028, projections suggest a significant decline. Comparing year-on-year forecasts: there is a decrease of approximately 10% in 2025, 11% in 2026, 12% in 2027, and 14% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period predicts a steady annual decline of about 10%.
Future trends to watch for include potential policy shifts to address the aging physician demographic and strategies to augment the inflow of younger medical professionals. Monitoring these developments will be crucial for sustaining healthcare system capacity.
