The global distribution of practising General Practitioners (GPs) showcases the United States leading with a share of 18.54%, followed closely by Colombia at 18.48%, and Mexico at 16.53%. Other notable countries include the United Kingdom at 10% and Canada at 9.45%. During the past year, significant increases in GP numbers were seen in Poland (6.06%) and Colombia (4.34%), while countries such as Romania and Bulgaria experienced declines. Over the last five years, the trend suggests a diverse growth pattern with countries like Israel and Chile seeing consistent increases, while Sweden and Iceland faced minor downturns.
Future trends to watch include continued high growth potential in emerging markets such as Colombia and Poland, driven by healthcare reforms and increasing demand for medical services. Conversely, mature markets like the United States may focus on maintaining GP levels amidst challenges such as aging populations and policy shifts. Monitoring these dynamics can provide insights into resource allocation and healthcare planning on a global scale.
Top countries in Number of Practising General Practitioners Share by Country (Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 18.54 | 2023 | +0.54% | +0.62% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Colombia | 18.48 | 2023 | +3.79% | +4.34% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Mexico | 16.53 | 2023 | +1.74% | +2.55% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 10 | 2023 | +1.4% | +2.25% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Canada | 9.45 | 2023 | +1.36% | +1.34% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Australia | 5.94 | 2023 | +1.61% | +1.82% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Chile | 5.5 | 2023 | +3.08% | +4.02% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 3.02 | 2023 | +1.82% | +1.95% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 2.1 | 2023 | +3.11% | +6.06% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 2 | 2023 | -1.76% | -1.64% | View data |
