The analysis of the Global Density of Practising Midwives by Country indicates that Sweden leads with 770 practitioners per person, closely followed by Australia at 760. In 2023, Sweden maintained its density level while Australia experienced a decrease of 2.21%. New Zealand, Finland, and Switzerland showed slight declines and increases of less than 2%, with New Zealand at -0.37% and Switzerland at 1.18%. Denmark and the Czech Republic saw growth, with Denmark rising by 2.64% and the Czech Republic by 1.01%. Over a five-year horizon, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) trend should be monitored for recalibrating healthcare policies effectively.
Future trends to watch include the impact of technological advancements on midwifery practices and how emerging economies may address midwife shortages. Additionally, significant demographic shifts and healthcare policy reforms could influence midwife density, with expected variances in growth rates across different regions.
Top countries in Density of Practising Midwives by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Units (Health Professionnals) Per Thousand Persons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 0.77 | 2023 | +1.32% | 0% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Australia | 0.76 | 2023 | -2.56% | -2.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 New Zealand | 0.54 | 2023 | +5.88% | -0.37% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Finland | 0.43 | 2023 | 0% | -0.46% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 0.41 | 2023 | +2.5% | +2.64% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 0.41 | 2023 | 0% | +1.01% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Switzerland | 0.35 | 2023 | +2.94% | +1.18% | View data |
