Cameroon Physicians
Physicians per 1,000 people SH.MED.PHYS.ZS
Cameroon's physicians was 0.14 in 2025, ranked 122nd globally. This represents a 1.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Cameroon's physicians stood at 0.14 in 2025, a rise of +0.00 from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 0.14 by 2025. Cameroon ranked 122nd globally.
Cameroon's physician-to-population ratio has seen a modest improvement over the years, climbing from 0.03 in 1960 to an all-time high of 0.19 in 2004. However, this trend has reversed in recent years, with the ratio declining to 0.14 in 2025, ranking 122 globally. This decline puts Cameroon on par with Zimbabwe, which also has a ratio of 0.14. The ratio has remained below its peak level for over two decades, a period during which the country has faced significant healthcare challenges. In contrast to Senegal, which has maintained a relatively stable ratio, Cameroon's fluctuations highlight the complexities of healthcare development in the region. The 2025 ratio remains 0.05 lower than its 2004 peak, indicating a need for sustained investment in healthcare infrastructure and human resources to reverse this trend. A significant increase in government spending on healthcare or international aid could potentially alter the trajectory of Cameroon's physician-to-population ratio.
Data & projection
| Year | Physicians | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 0.14 | - | - |
| 2025 | 0.14 | +0.00 | #122 |
| 2022 | 0.14 | +0.01 | #111 |
| 2021 | 0.13 | +0.03 | #110 |
| 2020 | 0.10 | −0.03 | #122 |
| 2018 | 0.13 | +0.04 | #140 |
| 2011 | 0.09 | +0.00 | #106 |
| 2010 | 0.09 | +0.02 | #119 |
| 2009 | 0.07 | −0.00 | #120 |
| 2007 | 0.07 | +0.01 | #105 |
| 2005 | 0.06 | −0.13 | #103 |
| 2004 | 0.19 | +0.11 | #106 |
| 1996 | 0.07 | +0.00 | #90 |
| 1993 | 0.07 | −0.01 | #99 |
| 1992 | 0.08 | +0.00 | #83 |
| 1990 | 0.08 | −0.00 | #120 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Cameroon matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2007. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw physicians improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Cameroon's physicians was 0.14 in 2025. Ranked 122nd globally. This represents a 1.2% increase from the previous year.
Cameroon's physicians peaked at 0.19 in 2004.
The lowest physicians in Cameroon was 0.03 in 1960.
Cameroon ranks 122nd globally in physicians as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.MED.PHYS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Cameroon's physicians is projected to reach 0.14 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The physicians of Cameroon in 2025 was 0.14. This ranks 122nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_cameroon_physicians,
title = {Cameroon Physicians},
url = {https://historysaid.com/cameroon/physicians/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}