As of 2023, there were 17.48 thousand practicing physicians in anaesthesiology and intensive care in the UK. The forecast data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a steady growth trend. The year-on-year increase from 2024 to 2025 is approximately 1.19%, and from 2025 to 2026 is around 1.17%. Further, advancements in the field are expected to translate to a 1.1% growth from 2026 to 2027 and a 1.04% climb from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period is expected to be approximately 1.14%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Integration of cutting-edge technologies, such as AI, in anaesthesiology practice.
- Policy shifts towards enhancing healthcare workforce capacities post-Brexit.
- Increased emphasis on intensive care specialists due to rising demand and changing demographics.
