In 2023, Italy led with 35.06% share of female practicing physicians aged 65-74, significantly outpacing other countries. Germany and Japan followed with 16.33% and 13.16% respectively. Spain saw a rapid growth of 30.83% year-on-year, showcasing the highest recent increase among these nations. Sweden observed a slight decrement of 3.49%. The Netherlands and South Korea witnessed notable growth at 13.86% and 13.11% respectively, indicating an upward trend. This data suggests a mixed trajectory among these countries in female physician retention within the older age bracket.
Future trends to watch include potential increases in countries with currently low figures like Iceland and strategic policies encouraging female workforce participation in healthcare. Additionally, tracking how aging populations and retirement patterns impact these numbers will be crucial. Initiatives providing flexible working conditions could drive higher retention and increase the share of female physicians in older age groups globally.
Top countries in Number of Female Practising Physicians Aged 65-74 Share by Country (Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 35.06 | 2023 | +12.35% | +18.7% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 16.33 | 2023 | +7.34% | +8.81% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 13.16 | 2023 | +4.54% | +6.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 9.69 | 2023 | +15.04% | +30.83% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Israel | 5.82 | 2023 | +3.72% | +5.47% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 5.48 | 2023 | +7.36% | +1.11% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 2.89 | 2023 | +5.46% | +6.81% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 2.5 | 2023 | -2.59% | -3.49% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 2.24 | 2023 | +8.46% | +13.86% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Switzerland | 1.8 | 2023 | +6.17% | +7.13% | View data |
