Germany leads the world with the highest number of practising physicians aged 55-64, surpassing 138,000 in 2023. South Korea shows the most significant growth with an 8.08% rise from the previous year. In contrast, Italy and France experience declines of 6.13% and 5.01%, respectively. The global landscape reveals a mixture of increasing and decreasing trends among countries, with Japan, Switzerland, and Chile displaying positive year-on-year growth, while Denmark and Sweden report modest declines. Over the past five years, steady growth is anticipated in several nations, reflecting global and regional healthcare dynamics.
Future trends to watch include an aging physician workforce in developed countries, impacting healthcare outcomes and policies. Continued growth in South Korea and strategic shifts in European countries will shape the global number of physicians. Technology integration and evolving healthcare systems could redefine these trends, affecting workforce distribution and productivity.
Top countries in Number of Practising Physicians Aged 55-64 by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 138,930 | 2023 | -0.0079% | +0.2% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 70,380 | 2023 | +1.59% | +1.6% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 66,070 | 2023 | -3.41% | -6.13% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 56,150 | 2023 | +0.21% | +1.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 50,100 | 2023 | -5.84% | -5.01% | View data |
| 6 | 6 South Korea | 27,050 | 2023 | +6.22% | +8.08% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Canada | 19,610 | 2023 | +0.92% | +0.09% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Colombia | 16,450 | 2023 | -0.44% | -0.071% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Switzerland | 10,310 | 2023 | +2.28% | +1.82% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 8,860 | 2023 | -3.22% | -3.73% | View data |
