The number of physicians employed in hospitals varies significantly across countries, with the United States leading at 363.27 thousand in 2024. Some countries show positive year-on-year growth, such as Poland (5.73%), Spain (2.82%), and Denmark (3.65%). In contrast, Hungary shows a notable decline of -6.6%. Other countries like France, Germany, and Italy exhibit more modest growth rates (1.03%, 1.73%, and 0.69% respectively). Overall, the data suggests a general trend of increased physician employment in most regions despite occasional decreases.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of healthcare policy changes, technology in medical training, and the global mobility of the medical workforce, which could significantly influence the distribution of hospital-employed physicians.
Top countries in Number of Physicians Employed in Hospitals by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 363,270 | 2023 | +1.82% | +1.48% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 217,900 | 2023 | +1.27% | +1.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 185,360 | 2023 | +0.84% | +1.03% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 140,820 | 2023 | +0.54% | +0.69% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 128,490 | 2023 | +2.74% | +2.82% | View data |
| 6 | 6 South Korea | 69,330 | 2023 | +2.08% | +2.1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 51,870 | 2023 | +2.89% | +5.73% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 28,790 | 2023 | +1.74% | +1.65% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 24,650 | 2023 | +1.31% | +1.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 24,460 | 2023 | +0.1% | +0.93% | View data |
