The global landscape for the number of practicing psychiatrists presents significant variations across countries. Germany leads with a substantial number of psychiatrists, followed by Japan and France. Countries such as Australia and South Korea show moderate figures, while nations like Finland, Croatia, and Slovenia maintain lower numbers. Notably, Chile, Colombia, and Ireland experienced the most considerable year-on-year increases, indicating growing attention to mental health resources. Over a longer horizon, conflicting trends are evident, with some European countries exhibiting stasis, while others like Slovenia forecast substantial yearly increases.
Future trends highlight the importance of augmenting psychiatric resources, especially in regions with growing mental health awareness. The focus might intensify on innovative telepsychiatry solutions, spurred by technology integration, to offset the psychiatrist shortage and expand accessibility. Nations with presently low figures could witness rapid growth if investments align with public health policies promoting mental well-being.
Top countries in Number of Practising Psychiatrists by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 24,200 | 2023 | +0.91% | +1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 17,260 | 2023 | +1.57% | +1.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 15,480 | 2023 | +0.2% | +0.32% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Australia | 5,080 | 2023 | +2.24% | +3.25% | View data |
| 5 | 5 South Korea | 4,590 | 2023 | +2.07% | +2.76% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 4,560 | 2023 | +1.81% | +1.77% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 2,740 | 2023 | +1.79% | -0.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Chile | 2,520 | 2023 | +7.23% | +7.08% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 2,040 | 2023 | +3.08% | +3.36% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 2,010 | 2023 | +0.2% | +0.45% | View data |
