The share of female practicing physicians aged 35 or less in Italy for 2023 was approximately 54.5%. Forecasts predict a gradual decrease in this share from 54.02% in 2024 to 52.2% by 2028. The year-on-year variation highlights a consistent declining trend, averaging a decrease of about 0.8% annually. Over five years, this results in a negative compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of around 0.85%.

Future trends to watch for:

The potential impact of policies promoting gender diversity in the medical workforce.
The influence of educational and cultural shifts on female participation in the field.
Potential demographic changes, such as an increase in male entrants, affecting the balance.