In 2023, the United States led in the share of female practicing physicians aged 35 or less, with a notable presence of 31.72%. Over the last two years, significant growth was observed in Iceland (15.68%) and Ireland (15.0%), reflecting positive strides towards gender balance. By contrast, Estonia experienced a decline of 2.42%. The five-year CAGR indicates a progressive but varied growth rate across countries, highlighting ongoing advancements and disparities in gender representation in medicine globally.
Future trends to watch include continued growth in emerging markets and shifts in countries with current lower representation. Policy changes, educational opportunities, and societal attitudes towards women in medicine will play crucial roles in shaping these trends.
Top countries in Number of Female Practising Physicians Aged 35 or Less Share by Country (Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 31.72 | 2023 | +1.15% | +0.88% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 19.33 | 2023 | +0.82% | +1.16% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Colombia | 15.38 | 2023 | +9.31% | +7.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 9.91 | 2023 | +1.73% | +2.56% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 6.74 | 2023 | +1.53% | +1.74% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 2.95 | 2023 | +1.57% | +3.46% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 2.86 | 2021 | +0.6% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 2.71 | 2023 | +2.61% | +3.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 2.04 | 2023 | +10.66% | +15% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 1.45 | 2023 | +2.61% | +3.57% | View data |
