In 2023, the share of female practicing physicians aged 65-74 in Italy was 28.39%. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 shows a continuous upward trend. The yearly increase in the proportion of female practitioners is as follows: 2025 sees a 3.88% rise, 2026 a 3.48% rise, 2027 a 3.11% rise, and 2028 a 2.77% rise. Over the five-year forecast, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) is approximately 3.40%, reflecting a consistent increase in female representation among older physicians.
Looking ahead, key trends include the impact of gender diversity initiatives in medicine, retirement patterns of this demographic, and evolving healthcare policies supporting gender equality in Italy's medical sector.
