The number of practicing physicians aged 55-64 in the US is expected to remain steady at 193.95 thousand from 2024 to 2028, according to forecasts. In 2023, the figure was approximately similar, at around 193.95 thousand. Year-on-year variation is negligible over the five-year forecast period, indicating no growth or decline in this age group's workforce. The five-year CAGR for this demographic is 0%, reflecting a stable outlook.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of policy changes on physician retirement patterns, technology influencing older physicians' participation rates, and demographic shifts affecting workforce composition.
