In 2023, Italy led with a density of 1.36 professionally active pharmacists per thousand persons, showing a 2.2% increase from the previous year. Romania saw a significant 6.27% rise, reaching 1.22. Finland, Norway, and Canada also observed increases, with respective growths of 0.51%, 3.13%, and 1.25%. Iceland, Greece, and Israel experienced modest growth, while Sweden and Poland remained stable, with Sweden exhibiting a minor decline.
Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) highlights an overall upward trend, reflecting global interest in strengthening healthcare infrastructure.
Future trends to watch include innovations in pharmacy practice, the growing need for healthcare professionals in aging populations, and the impact of digital health technologies on pharmacist roles globally.
Top countries in Density of Professionally Active Pharmacists by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Health Professionnals) Per Thousand Persons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 1.36 | 2023 | +2.26% | +2.2% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 1.22 | 2023 | +4.27% | +6.27% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 1.2 | 2023 | +0.84% | +0.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 1.19 | 2023 | +2.59% | +3.13% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Canada | 1.16 | 2023 | +1.75% | +1.25% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Iceland | 1.13 | 2023 | 0% | +0.36% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 1.08 | 2023 | +0.93% | +1.15% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Israel | 0.95 | 2023 | +1.06% | +0.64% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 0.85 | 2023 | 0% | -0.23% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 0.79 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
