In 2023, the number of practicing physicians in specialty medicine in Italy stood at 329.52 per hundred thousand persons. Forecasted data shows a consistent upward trend from 2024 to 2028, with year-on-year increases ranging from 0.75% to 0.71%. Over the five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is projected to be approximately 0.72%, indicating a steady growth trajectory for specialty medicine practitioners.

Future trends to watch for include:

Continued focus on enhancing medical education and training programs to meet the increasing demand.
Potential impacts of healthcare policy changes on physician supply and distribution.
Technological advancements influencing practice modalities and possibly altering the demand for certain specialties.