The analysis of the Global Density of Practising Physicians per thousand people in 2024 shows Austria leading with the highest density at 5.55, followed by Spain and Switzerland. Notable year-on-year increases were observed in China and Romania, with significant annual growth rates of 5.34% and 4.44%, respectively, indicating improvements in healthcare resources in these countries. Countries like India and Brazil, although showing positive growth rates, maintain lower densities, reflecting challenges in meeting healthcare demands. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the past five years highlights consistent trends with Austria and China showing robust performance.
Future trends to observe include the global shift towards enhanced healthcare infrastructure investment, targeted particularly in emerging economies. Technological advancements and policy changes could potentially accelerate physician density growth, especially in countries currently below the global average. Monitoring these developments can provide insights into addressing healthcare accessibility challenges. Further research into demographic changes and increasing demand for healthcare services across different continents will be essential for projecting long-term shifts in physician densities.
Top countries in Density of Practising Physicians by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Health Professionnals) Per Thousand Persons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Austria | 5.55 | 2023 | +1.28% | +1.23% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 4.6 | 2023 | +1.1% | +2.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Switzerland | 4.52 | 2023 | +0.89% | +0.82% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bulgaria | 4.36 | 2023 | +0.69% | +0.65% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 4.34 | 2023 | +0.23% | +0.092% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 3.79 | 2023 | +3.84% | +4.44% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 3.79 | 2023 | +1.07% | +1.96% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 3.75 | 2023 | +1.35% | +1.45% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 3.45 | 2023 | +2.68% | +0.41% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 3.19 | 2023 | 0% | +0.32% | View data |
