The number of practicing physicians in Brazil is expected to experience steady growth from 2024 to 2028, increasing annually from 508.06 thousand to 571.19 thousand. Given the data for 2023, this represents a continuous upward trend. The year-on-year growth rates reflect a stable increase, consistently around 3-4% annually. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028 highlights an average yearly increase of approximately 3.0%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Government policies and investments in healthcare education and infrastructure that could affect the supply of physicians.
Demographic changes and the demand for healthcare services impacting physician numbers.
Technological advancements in healthcare potentially altering the need for physicians.