In 2023, the share of male practising physicians aged 45-54 in Italy stood at a certain level, reflecting the culmination of preceding trends. By analyzing the forecasted data for 2024-2028, it reveals a consistent year-on-year decline in their share. From 2025 to 2026, the decrease is approximately 3.68%, while from 2026 to 2027, it is about 3.83%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the forecasted period suggests an average yearly decline of approximately 3.76%.
Future trends to watch for include potential policy impacts on gender parity in the medical field and changing demographics among younger generations of physicians, which could affect gender composition. Moreover, shifts in retirement age policies and career progression opportunities may also influence these dynamics.
