The European density of practising pharmacists varies widely by country as of 2023. Belgium leads with 1.34 pharmacists per thousand people, followed by Romania at 1.29, and Portugal at 1.03. Notably, Romania saw the highest year-on-year growth at 7.47%, while Switzerland experienced a slight decline of 0.89%. The Netherlands remains the lowest at 0.22 pharmacists per thousand. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates fluctuating trends, with some regions seeing slight increases and others maintaining stable rates.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts due to healthcare reforms, technological advancements in pharmaceutical services, and varying healthcare demands across Europe. Countries with slower growth rates like Denmark and the Netherlands may reevaluate strategies to boost pharmacist density in response to evolving healthcare needs.
Top countries in Density of Practising Pharmacists by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Health Professionnals) Per Thousand Persons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 1.34 | 2023 | +0.75% | +1.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 1.29 | 2023 | +6.61% | +7.47% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 1.03 | 2023 | +3% | +2.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 0.9 | 2023 | +3.45% | +3.44% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 0.89 | 2022 | 0% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 0.73 | 2023 | +1.39% | +1.13% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Switzerland | 0.66 | 2023 | 0% | -0.89% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Iceland | 0.63 | 2023 | +3.28% | +3.91% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 0.58 | 2023 | +1.75% | +1.44% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 0.22 | 2023 | 0% | +0.93% | View data |
