The global share of practicing physicians aged 75+ varies significantly by country in 2023. Chile leads with 4.22%, followed by the Czech Republic and Poland. Notably, Italy and Austria have shown significant year-on-year increases of 18.17% and 11.05%, respectively. Conversely, Croatia exhibited a decrease. The compound annual growth rate over the past 5 years indicates increasing aging in the medical workforce, particularly in European regions.
Future trends to monitor include:
- The potential impact of an aging physician workforce on healthcare systems, especially in countries with high percentages.
- Policies aimed at balancing experienced physicians with younger practitioners to ensure sustainable healthcare delivery.
Top countries in Share of Practising Physicians Aged 75+ by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Total Physicians | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chile | 4.22 | 2023 | +5.5% | +3.69% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 3.22 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 3 | 3 Poland | 3.21 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 4 | 4 Canada | 2.7 | 2023 | +0.37% | 0% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 2.65 | 2023 | +15.72% | +18.17% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Australia | 1.81 | 2023 | +1.12% | +1.26% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 1.52 | 2023 | +13.43% | +11.05% | View data |
| 8 | 8 New Zealand | 1.03 | 2023 | +4.04% | +3.43% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 0.65 | 2023 | -14.47% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 0.09 | 2023 | 0% | -3.93% | View data |
