In 2023, the number of practicing physicians aged 65-74 in Italy stood at 63.66 thousand. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 shows a steady increase in this demographic. Specifically, from 2024 to 2025, there is a 3.29% increase, followed by a 3.13% rise from 2025 to 2026, a 3% increase from 2026 to 2027, and a 2.89% escalation from 2027 to 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is anticipated to be 3.08%.
Future trends to observe include:
- An aging physician workforce may influence healthcare delivery and policy.
- Potential implications for medical education, training, and recruitment.
- The balance between retiring physicians and new entrants into the medical field.
