The number of female practicing physicians aged 55-64 in the US was recorded at 65.12 thousand in 2023. Projected data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a consistent upward trend, with figures increasing from 67.71 thousand in 2024 to 74.46 thousand in 2028. Year-on-year growth rates reveal steady increases: 2.54% from 2024 to 2025, 2.43% from 2025 to 2026, 2.36% from 2026 to 2027, and 2.28% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the forecasted period is approximately 2.4%.
Future trends to watch:
- Impact of retirement rates on physician demographics as the current cohort ages beyond 64.
- Potential influences of policy changes on female inclusion in the medical workforce.
- Technological advancements enabling better work-life balance may attract more women into long-term medical careers.
- The importance of monitoring how healthcare demands might affect workforce distribution and participation rates among older female physicians.
