The global share of female practicing physicians aged 65-74 varies notably across countries. In 2023, Estonia had the highest share at 74.62%, with Eastern and Central European countries generally displaying higher percentages. Conversely, Western countries like Australia and Belgium had lower shares, with Australia at 26.79% and Belgium at 23%. Significant increases were noted in Spain and Chile, at 16.02% and 7.65% respectively, while Estonia experienced a slight decrease. Over the past five years, variable changes in these figures suggest differing trends in gender representation among older doctors.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Possible continued increases in countries like Spain and Chile, driven by policy changes or cultural shifts towards gender equality in medicine.
- Potential stabilization in countries such as Estonia where female representation is already high.
- The impact of retirement and new female graduates replacing a more gender-diverse workforce in regions with lower current shares.
Top countries in Share of Female Practising Physicians Aged 65-74 by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Physicians Aged 65-74 | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Estonia | 74.62 | 2023 | -0.56% | -0.74% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Croatia | 63.23 | 2023 | +3.55% | +2.56% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bulgaria | 61.15 | 2023 | +0.51% | +0.38% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 49.59 | 2021 | +0.22% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Slovenia | 48.72 | 2023 | +3.26% | +2.22% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Chile | 39.45 | 2023 | +4.42% | +7.65% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Israel | 37.89 | 2023 | +2.29% | +2.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 36.07 | 2023 | +1.81% | +2.23% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 28.7 | 2023 | +2.03% | +16.02% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 28.48 | 2023 | +3.19% | +4.28% | View data |
