In 2023, Poland had approximately 93.47 thousand practising medical doctors. The forecasted data shows a steady increase in the number of medical doctors from 2024 to 2028. The year-on-year variations suggest an incremental rise in the sector: an increase of 0.46% from 2023 to 2024, 0.45% from 2024 to 2025, 0.46% from 2025 to 2026, 0.44% from 2026 to 2027, and 0.43% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the 5-year forecast period stands at around 0.45%, indicating a consistent, albeit marginal, increase in the number of practising medical doctors.
Future trends to watch for:
• Impact of new medical training programs and school capacity expansions.
• Government policies aimed at retaining medical professionals in the country.
• Migration trends of medical professionals due to global healthcare demand.
• Technological advancements that could shift demand for certain medical specializations.
