In 2023, the global number of physicians licensed to practice was dominated by the United States, constituting 42.65% of the share, followed by Spain (10.28%) and the United Kingdom (9.5%). Notably, Iceland saw the highest year-on-year growth at 4.3%, while Greece showed the smallest increase at 0.47%. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate reveals a pattern of steady increases in regions like Israel and Denmark, albeit varying significantly across countries.
Future trends to watch in this sector include potential shifts in physician distribution due to global healthcare demands, policy changes, and international talent mobility, which could alter the mid-term landscape of healthcare provision worldwide.
Top countries in Number of Physicians Licensed to Practice Share by Country (Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 42.65 | 2023 | +1.45% | +1.69% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 10.28 | 2023 | +2.62% | +2.8% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 9.5 | 2023 | +1.13% | +2.03% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 5.68 | 2023 | +1.98% | +2.23% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 5.43 | 2023 | +1.22% | +1.17% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Australia | 4.52 | 2023 | +2.64% | +2.88% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Canada | 3.96 | 2023 | +1.22% | +1.2% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 2.69 | 2023 | +2.33% | +2.56% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 2.57 | 2023 | +0.93% | +2.19% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 2.3 | 2023 | +0.41% | +0.47% | View data |
