The share of female practicing physicians aged 35-44 in Italy stood at 62.56% in 2023. This percentage is forecasted to gradually decline to 60.08% by 2028. Over the period from 2024 to 2028, the annual year-on-year percentage decrease ranges from 0.93% to 1.78%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2023 to 2028 is negative, indicating an overall decline in this demographic segment of physicians.
Future trends to watch include potential policy changes aimed at promoting gender equality in the medical profession, shifts in societal norms, and factors influencing career choices among young female medical professionals. Understanding these trends can provide deeper insights into the evolving dynamics of gender representation in Italy's healthcare sector.
