The forecast indicates a consistent declining trend in the number of practicing general practitioners in Italy from 38.51 thousand in 2024 to 35.57 thousand in 2028. Compared to 2023, which served as the base year for actual data, this decline reflects significant annual decreases. The year-on-year percentage declines are noticeable as the number of practitioners falls progressively each year. Over a five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) outlines a continuous decreasing trend in this workforce.

Future trends to watch for include:

The impact of healthcare policy reform on personnel recruitment and retention.
The influence of technological advancements, such as telemedicine, on the demand for general practitioners.
Demographic changes affecting both the aging population of practicing doctors and the healthcare needs of the general population.