In 2023, the share of practising physicians aged 55-64 in Germany stood at a certain level. From 2024, projections indicate a year-on-year decrease from 35.49% in 2024 to 34.2% by 2028. Between 2024 and 2025, there is a slight decline of 0.37 percentage points, and by 2026 the share drops by an additional 0.34 percentage points. The consistent decline suggests a trend towards a gradual reduction of older physicians in the workforce. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period shows a negative trend, averaging an annual decrease.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from workforce policies, retirement rates, and efforts to attract younger physicians to mitigate the aging effect in the medical profession. Additionally, technological advancements and healthcare reforms may further influence workforce dynamics in the coming years.
