The landscape of medical professionals per capita in Europe varies, with Iceland leading, followed by Sweden and Italy. From 2023 data, dramatic growth is notable in the Czech Republic and Romania, while Lithuania experienced a decline. The UK's slow growth highlights potential staffing constraints. Over five years, Portugal and Serbia show promising growth, implying robust healthcare investments.
Future trends to watch include potential impacts of healthcare reforms on professional distribution and the balancing of urban-rural disparities. The slow UK growth could spur recruitment initiatives, while robust growth in the Czech Republic may continue due to government incentives for the healthcare sector.
Top countries in Medical Doctors Licensed to Practice by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Health Professionnals) Per Hundred Thousand Persons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Iceland | 807.1 | 2023 | +1.04% | +1.09% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 750.46 | 2023 | +1.95% | +1.97% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 727.92 | 2023 | +0.77% | +1.69% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 726.1 | 2023 | +1.84% | +2.31% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 705.53 | 2023 | +1.42% | +1.61% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 682.7 | 2023 | +1.94% | +1.97% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 659.41 | 2023 | +2.44% | +2.51% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 637.04 | 2023 | +0.92% | +0.86% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 624.62 | 2023 | +0.88% | +1.52% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 622.54 | 2023 | +2.13% | +2.26% | View data |
