The United States has the highest share of male practicing physicians aged 55-64, despite a slight decline of 1.25% in 2023. Japan saw a modest increase of 0.84%, while Italy and France experienced significant decreases of 8.12% and 7.0% respectively. The United Kingdom managed a small growth of 1.5%, whereas Canada's share slightly fell by 1.15%. Other notable variations included a decline in the Netherlands by 4.17% and growth in Chile by 1.88%. Overall, the data indicates a mix of rising and falling trends across regions, reflecting differences in national healthcare policies and demographics.
Future trends to watch include the impact of aging populations and the potential for increased retirements in countries with larger older cohorts of medical professionals. Additionally, shifts in healthcare policy, training programs, and international physician migration will influence these trends. Continuous monitoring of these factors is necessary to anticipate changes in physician demographics globally.
Top countries in Number of Male Practising Physicians Aged 55-64 Share by Country (Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 38.8 | 2023 | -1.38% | -1.25% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 17.94 | 2023 | +0.85% | +0.84% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 11.38 | 2023 | -5.1% | -8.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 8.47 | 2023 | -8.47% | -7% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 5.19 | 2023 | +1.8% | +1.5% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Canada | 3.56 | 2023 | -0.37% | -1.15% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 2.22 | 2023 | +2.45% | +0.1% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 1.93 | 2023 | -4.85% | -4.17% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Switzerland | 1.92 | 2023 | +0.21% | -0.091% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Chile | 1.49 | 2023 | +2.52% | +1.88% | View data |
