The forecasted number of surgery specialists in Chile is projected to grow from 11.85 thousand persons in 2024 to 13.58 thousand persons by 2028. This marks a steady increase over the period with values recorded at 11.85, 12.3, 12.74, 13.17, and 13.58 thousand persons from 2024 to 2028 respectively. As of 2023, the number of surgery specialists stood at 11.41 thousand persons. The year-on-year variation between 2024 and 2025 is approximately 3.8%, while the average annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028 is projected to be about 3.49%.
Future trends to watch for include changes in healthcare policies, the adoption of new medical technologies, and the impact of medical education and training programs on the supply of qualified surgery specialists in Chile.
