Between 2024 and 2028, the share of male practising physicians aged 65-74 in the UK is forecasted to slightly increase from 1.65% to 1.72% of the total physicians. In 2023, this share stood at 1.64%. The annual variations reflect a steady yet modest growth, with a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 1.06% over the five-year period.

Future trends to watch for:

Continued aging of the physician workforce may result in an increase in the share of older practitioners.
Potential policy changes regarding retirement age could impact the number of practicing older physicians.
Technological advancements and changing healthcare demands might influence workload and career longevity.