The share of male practicing physicians in France has been experiencing a downward trend. In 2023, males accounted for 51.5% of total physicians. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 shows a continual decrease, with a decline from 51% to 49.01%, representing a decrease of 1.99 percentage points over this period. Year-on-year percentages indicate a steady decline in male representation, culminating in a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -1.02% over the five years.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of increasing gender balance in medical school enrollments and potential policy shifts aimed at enhancing female participation in the medical profession, which could further accelerate the diversification of the workforce.
