The number of male practising physicians aged 35 or less in Italy is on a noticeable declining trend from 2024 to 2028, starting at 10.23 thousand in 2024 and projected to decrease to 6.98 thousand by 2028. This represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately -9% over the five-year forecast period. This decline reflects challenges potentially related to lower medical school enrolment or retention rates among young physicians.

Future trends to watch for:

Changes in medical school enrolment policies or incentives to boost young male physician numbers.
Impacts of healthcare reforms on the career attractiveness for young doctors.
Potential shifts in gender dynamics within the younger medical workforce.