The number of male practicing physicians aged 75 and above in Canada has shown a steady increase from 2023 to 2028. The figure stood at approximately 2.58 thousand in 2023, with forecasts predicting a rise to 2.79 thousand by 2028. The year-on-year growth observed from 2024 to 2025 is about 1.53%, and from 2025 to 2026 is 1.88%. The average compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year forecasted period is approximately 1.6%. This trend reflects a gradual increase, indicative of an aging population within the medical profession.
Future trends to monitor include the potential impact of healthcare policy changes on retirement age and incentives for extended practice, as well as technological advancements that may influence workload and accessibility, potentially encouraging longer careers for older physicians.
