The European landscape of practicing physicians in general medicine in 2023 showed Germany leading with 60,650, followed by France and the United Kingdom. Variations in physician numbers reveal that countries like Portugal, Netherlands, Slovenia, and Ireland are witnessing growth. In contrast, France, Italy, and Romania have seen declines in their physician counts. These trends result in a slowly diversifying distribution among these countries, with noticeable growth in smaller European countries.
Future trends to observe in 2024 include:
- The impact of aging populations on healthcare systems and the demand for general physicians.
- Potential governmental policies to address health workforce shortages or imbalances.
- The influence of medical education and recruitment efforts on physician numbers in traditionally underrepresented countries.
- Technological advancements and their role in healthcare delivery, possibly affecting workforce needs.
Top countries in Number of Practising Physicians in General Medicine by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 60,650 | 2023 | +0.37% | +0.49% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 55,850 | 2023 | -1.12% | -1.07% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 51,950 | 2023 | +0.55% | +0.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 44,460 | 2023 | +0.87% | +1.28% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 40,440 | 2023 | -1.25% | -1.21% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 30,460 | 2023 | +2.5% | +3.93% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 16,910 | 2023 | +1.94% | +2.13% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 14,440 | 2023 | +1.75% | +1.85% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 11,240 | 2023 | -1.65% | -1.35% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 6,780 | 2023 | +0.56% | +0.26% | View data |
