Spain leads in the number of pharmacists per 100,000 inhabitants, with a moderate increase of 3.34% in 2023. Malta, Italy, and Belgium also show strong numbers, confirming a growing demand for pharmacy professionals. The United Kingdom and France show relatively stable figures, each impacted by small variations. Eastern European countries like Cyprus and Romania demonstrate notable growth, while Nordic countries like Denmark show a significant decrease of 2.85%. The Netherlands and Serbia maintain the lowest figures, stressing the regional discrepancies within Europe. The average growth over five years shows modest increases, pointing to gradual expansions in professional healthcare capacity.
- Spain shows the highest growth, with positive year-on-year changes.- Cyprus and Romania continue to experience rapid growth.- Nordic countries like Denmark witness declines, contrasting Central and Southern Europe's increases.- The UK and France maintain stability with minor fluctuations.- Netherlands and Serbia represent the lower end, revealing regional variations.
Looking ahead, expected trends include the digitalization of pharmacy services and an increased role in public health efforts, driven by aging populations and healthcare reforms. Cross-border healthcare policies and regulations will also shape the landscape, with a focus on harmonizing healthcare workforce distribution.
Top countries in Pharmacists Practising by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Health Professionnals) Per Hundred Thousand Persons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 140.12 | 2023 | +2.05% | +3.34% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Malta | 137.87 | 2023 | +1.03% | +1.38% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 133.03 | 2023 | +1.12% | +1.26% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 128.12 | 2023 | +1.18% | +1.38% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Cyprus | 115.29 | 2023 | +4.27% | +4.68% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 110.31 | 2023 | +3% | +4.14% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Finland | 103.67 | 2023 | +0.14% | +0.091% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 102.79 | 2023 | +2.46% | +2.48% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 100.97 | 2023 | -0.44% | -0.36% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 97.66 | 2023 | +1.57% | +1.69% | View data |
