As of 2023, the number of professionally active physicians in Italy stood at approximately 233,000. From 2024 onwards, forecasts indicate a steady decline: 224.74k in 2024, 216.84k in 2025, 209.02k in 2026, 201.27k in 2027, and 193.61k in 2028. The year-on-year percentage change shows a consistent negative trend, highlighting a significant reduction in the workforce. This represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately -3.7% over the forecasted period.
Future trends to watch for include potential efforts to mitigate this decline through policy changes, incentives to retain current physicians, and increased medical school enrollments. Addressing these factors will be crucial to maintaining healthcare service levels in Italy.
