The global share of male practising physicians varies significantly across countries. As of 2023, it stood at 61.09% in the United States, with Israel at 58.36% reflecting a slight yearly decrease across most regions. Germany, New Zealand, and Belgium experienced notable shifts, with reductions of around 0.9% and 1.8%. The United Kingdom, Sweden, and Hungary also registered declines, suggesting a trend towards gender parity. Croatia and Slovenia had the lowest male physician representation, with decreases of nearly 0.022% and 0.66%, respectively.
In future trends, a continued decrease in the share of male practising physicians is expected globally, driven by the increasing entry of female professionals into the field. Policies promoting gender equality and the evolving societal roles could accelerate these shifts over the next decade.
Top countries in Share of Male Practising Physicians by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Percent of Total Physicians | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 61.09 | 2023 | -0.75% | -0.75% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Israel | 58.36 | 2023 | -0.1% | -0.034% | View data |
| 3 | 3 New Zealand | 51.9 | 2023 | -0.48% | -0.92% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 51.15 | 2023 | -1.86% | -1.8% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 49.96 | 2023 | -1.01% | -0.56% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 47.52 | 2023 | -1.1% | -1.17% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 42.05 | 2023 | -0.66% | -0.86% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 36.54 | 2023 | +0.14% | -0.022% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 35.43 | 2023 | -0.87% | -0.66% | View data |
