The analysis of the global number of female practicing physicians aged 35-44 reveals notable diversity among countries. In 2024, the United Kingdom leads with a substantial number of 34.93 thousand practitioners, followed by Spain with 32.78 thousand and France with 28.82 thousand. Conversely, countries like Iceland, Bulgaria, and Ireland feature significantly lower figures. Over the past year, Chile and Iceland demonstrated the most remarkable year-on-year growth rates at 11.38% and 10.47% respectively, whereas Greece and Austria experienced declines. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate showcases diverse trends, reflecting socio-economic and policy influences on gender representation in medicine.
Future trends to monitor include progressive gender policies in various countries potentially boosting female representation in medicine, along with the increasing focus on work-life balance and flexible working conditions likely accelerating this trend. Technological advancements might lead to more virtual consultations, potentially affecting the distribution of female physicians across countries.
Top countries in Number of Female Practising Physicians Aged 35-44 by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 34,930 | 2023 | +3.29% | +4.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 32,780 | 2023 | +1.55% | +1.33% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 28,820 | 2023 | +4.56% | +6.17% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 28,000 | 2023 | -1% | +1.18% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Colombia | 21,920 | 2023 | +5.67% | +6.82% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Japan | 20,960 | 2023 | +1.25% | +1.34% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Australia | 16,250 | 2023 | +5.59% | +6.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 South Korea | 13,910 | 2023 | +3.88% | +4.15% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Chile | 9,310 | 2023 | +7.23% | +11.38% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 7,980 | 2023 | +3.22% | +3.52% | View data |
