In 2023, the number of female practising physicians aged 75+ in France was approximately 1.12 thousand. Forecasts indicate a steady increase, with numbers climbing from 1.27 thousand in 2024 to 1.86 thousand by 2028. This marks a year-on-year increase of approximately 11.8% in 2025 and continuing to rise at an average rate of about 10% annually over the five-year period. This growth reflects demographic trends with more women extending their careers into later years.
Future trends to watch include potential impacts from healthcare policy changes aimed at retaining older healthcare professionals, as well as shifts in the demographic composition of physicians entering retirement age. Technological advancements and the evolving landscape of telemedicine may further influence the role and number of practising older female physicians.
