Czechia Physicians
Physicians per 1,000 people SH.MED.PHYS.ZS
Czechia's physicians was 4.54 in 2025, ranked 18th globally. This represents a 4.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1970–2025.
Overview
Czechia's physicians stood at 4.54 in 2025, a rise of +0.18 from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 4.54 by 2025. Czechia ranked 18th globally.
Czechia's physician density has experienced significant growth over the past four decades, with the number of physicians per 1,000 people rising from 1.80 in 1970 to 4.54 in 2025. This represents a substantial increase of approximately 152% over the 44-year period. Notably, Czechia's physician density reached an all-time high in 2025, mirroring the global trend, as the country's healthcare system continues to develop and improve. In comparison, other European nations with similar physician densities include the United States and Georgia, which also reported 4.54 physicians per 1,000 people in 2025. This growth is likely a result of increased investment in healthcare infrastructure and education. However, further improvements in healthcare access and quality may be hindered by a potential shortage of medical professionals in the future if not addressed through targeted policies and incentives, which could alter the trajectory of Czechia's physician density in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Physicians | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 4.54 | - | - |
| 2025 | 4.54 | +0.18 | #18 |
| 2022 | 4.35 | +0.11 | #18 |
| 2021 | 4.25 | +0.09 | #21 |
| 2020 | 4.15 | +0.04 | #22 |
| 2019 | 4.11 | +0.04 | #21 |
| 2018 | 4.07 | +0.00 | #19 |
| 2017 | 4.07 | +0.05 | #18 |
| 2016 | 4.02 | +0.07 | #16 |
| 2015 | 3.95 | +0.02 | #14 |
| 2014 | 3.93 | +0.25 | #17 |
| 2013 | 3.69 | +0.01 | #22 |
| 2012 | 3.68 | +0.04 | #22 |
| 2011 | 3.64 | +0.04 | #21 |
| 2010 | 3.60 | +0.02 | #20 |
| 2009 | 3.58 | +0.03 | #21 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Czechia matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2023. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw physicians improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Czechia's physicians was 4.54 in 2025. Ranked 18th globally. This represents a 4.2% increase from the previous year.
Czechia's physicians peaked at 4.54 in 2025.
The lowest physicians in Czechia was 1.80 in 1970.
Czechia ranks 18th globally in physicians as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.MED.PHYS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Czechia's physicians is projected to reach 4.54 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The physicians of Czechia in 2025 was 4.54. This ranks 18th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_czechia_physicians,
title = {Czechia Physicians},
url = {https://historysaid.com/czechia/physicians/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}