In 2023, the baseline number of medical doctors practising in the UK represented a value of X persons per health professional. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a consistent decline in the number of medical doctors, with value dropping from 321.28 to 301.74 persons per health professional. This represents an annual decrease, marking a concerning trend of fewer practising doctors year-on-year with an average CAGR showing a negative variation over these five forecasted years.
Future trends worth watching include:
- Potential impacts of Brexit on medical professional retention and recruitment.
- The effect of new health policies or funding on doctor numbers.
- Technological advancements that may alter demand for human doctors.
