The number of female practicing physicians aged 35 or less in France stood at approximately 22,100 in 2023. The forecast for 2024 shows an expected increase to 22,680. With this upward trajectory, the numbers reveal a consistent annual growth, rising year-on-year by an average of around 1.63% to reach 24,150 by 2028. This represents a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 1.63% over the five-year forecast period from 2023.

Future trends to watch for include:

The increasing entry of women into medicine, potentially accelerated by policies promoting gender equity in the workforce.
Changes in educational programs and medical career incentives that might further enhance female participation in the medical field.
The impacts of broader healthcare reforms on the availability and participation of younger female physicians.