The share of physicians employed in hospitals in Türkiye has exhibited a generally declining trend over the past decade. From a peak of 16.57% in 2013, the figure decreased to 14.71% in 2023. The year-on-year variation demonstrates fluctuations, with a notable decline of 4.97% in 2018 and a minor increase of 0.89% in 2022. Over the last five years leading up to 2023, the average annual decrease (CAGR) was -0.52%. The forecast for the next five years projects a continued, albeit slower, decrease with a forecasted CAGR of -0.21%, predicting the share to reach 14.5% by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include the potential impact of healthcare policies aimed at decentralizing medical services or the influence of technological advancements and telemedicine, which may further affect hospital employment rates.
