The midwifery personnel in Indonesia fluctuated significantly between 2015 and 2023. In 2023, the personnel stood at 64.18 thousand. Between 2017 and 2019, the growth was notable, peaking at 452.19 thousand in 2019. Post-2019, the trend showed a dramatic decline with a shocking drop in 2021, followed by minimal growth reaching 64.18 thousand in 2023. The average decline per year over the last five years was around 30.14%. For the forecast period from 2024 to 2028, a moderate growth pattern with a 0.74% CAGR and a 3.75% overall growth rate is expected.
Future trends to monitor include potential policy changes in healthcare, advancements in medical education, and socioeconomic factors impacting midwifery career choices, which could influence the personnel numbers in the upcoming years.
