The share of surgery specialists in Denmark has shown a declining trend from 2013 to 2023, moving from 15.58 units to 14.56 units out of the total physicians. This decline is more pronounced in recent years, with a year-on-year reduction of approximately 0.95% between 2022 and 2023. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years leading up to 2023 was -1%, indicating a steady decrease. Forecast data from 2024 onwards project this decline to continue, with a CAGR of -0.53% over the next five years, resulting in a forecasted value of 14.06 units by 2028, a total growth rate drop of 2.63%.
Looking ahead, key trends to monitor include the impact of healthcare policy changes, advancements in medical technology, and potential shifts in medical education and training programs. These factors could affect the supply and demand of surgery specialists, potentially altering the forecasted decline.
