The global number of practicing physicians aged 75+ shows notable variation across countries. In 2023, France led with 6.93 thousand, experiencing a 17.6% annual increase which underscores a growing reliance on veteran medical professionals. Israel and Romania also saw significant increases, 7.87% and 9.12% respectively, highlighting trends of extended medical careers. Canada, South Korea, and Australia witnessed more moderate annual increases. Meanwhile, a decline was noted in Croatia with a -2.82% change. CAGRs highlight a mixed scenario with substantial reliance on aging physicians in some regions while others experience stable or downward trends.
Future trends to watch include potential increases in the number of practicing older physicians in countries with rising percentages, such as those influenced by policy changes encouraging extended practice. Additionally, healthcare systems may seek innovative ways to balance the experience of older doctors with younger professionals to ensure sustainable healthcare delivery.
Top countries in Number of Practising Physicians Aged 75+ by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 6,930 | 2023 | +15% | +17.6% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Israel | 5,600 | 2023 | +10.53% | +7.87% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 4,180 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 4 | 4 Canada | 3,000 | 2023 | +2.29% | +1.54% | View data |
| 5 | 5 South Korea | 2,350 | 2023 | +3.16% | +3.87% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Australia | 2,020 | 2023 | +4.92% | +4.96% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 1,440 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 192 | 2023 | +0.52% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 129 | 2023 | +8.4% | +9.12% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 13 | 2023 | 0% | -2.82% | View data |
