As of 2023, Germany leads Europe in the share of practicing physicians in general medicine, accounting for 15.86% of the continent's total. High contributions also come from France (14.6%), the United Kingdom (13.58%), and Spain (11.63%). Year-on-year variations indicate growth in the United Kingdom (+0.94%), Portugal (+3.93%), and the Netherlands (+2.13%), while declines are noted in France (-1.07%) and Italy (-1.21%). Smaller countries like Malta and Liechtenstein are also experiencing positive trends, with Malta showing a substantial 2.36% increase.
Future trends to watch include:
- An expected increase in the number of physicians in countries like Portugal and Norway, continuing their robust growth patterns.
- Potential challenges in maintaining physician numbers in countries such as France and Italy, where decreases have been noted.
- A focus on digital health solutions in countries with smaller populations to improve healthcare delivery.
Top countries in Number of Practising Physicians in General Medicine Share by Country (Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 15.86 | 2023 | +0.37% | +0.49% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 14.6 | 2023 | -1.12% | -1.07% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 13.58 | 2023 | +0.55% | +0.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 11.63 | 2023 | +0.87% | +1.28% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 10.58 | 2023 | -1.25% | -1.21% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 7.96 | 2023 | +2.5% | +3.93% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 4.42 | 2023 | +1.94% | +2.13% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 3.78 | 2023 | +1.75% | +1.85% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 2.94 | 2023 | -1.65% | -1.35% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 1.77 | 2023 | +0.56% | +0.26% | View data |
