Peru Physicians
Physicians per 1,000 people SH.MED.PHYS.ZS
Peru's physicians was 1.91 in 2025, ranked 71st globally. This represents a 13.3% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Peru's physicians stood at 1.91 in 2025, a rise of +0.22 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 1.91 by 2025. Peru ranked 71st globally.
Peru's physician-to-population ratio has experienced a significant increase over the past 31 years, with a notable rise from 0.51 physicians per 1,000 people in 1960 to 1.91 in 2025. This represents a substantial growth, with the country's ranking improving globally. In comparison, El Salvador, a peer country, had a slightly higher physician-to-population ratio of 1.94 in 2025. The all-time peak in 2025 suggests that Peru has been investing in its healthcare infrastructure and education, leading to an increase in the number of physicians. However, the country still lags behind some of its peers, such as Palau, which had a higher ratio of 2.18 physicians per 1,000 people in 2025. To sustain this growth and improve its ranking, Peru would need to continue investing in healthcare and address potential disparities in access to medical services.
Data & projection
| Year | Physicians | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 2.00 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 1.91 | - | - |
| 2025 | 1.91 | +0.22 | #71 |
| 2023 | 1.69 | +0.04 | #30 |
| 2022 | 1.65 | −0.02 | #70 |
| 2021 | 1.67 | +0.24 | #75 |
| 2020 | 1.44 | +0.08 | #80 |
| 2019 | 1.35 | −0.02 | #82 |
| 2018 | 1.37 | +0.07 | #91 |
| 2016 | 1.31 | +0.17 | #82 |
| 2012 | 1.14 | +0.20 | #81 |
| 2009 | 0.94 | −0.71 | #84 |
| 2007 | 1.65 | +0.52 | #62 |
| 1999 | 1.14 | +0.21 | #62 |
| 1997 | 0.93 | −0.05 | #73 |
| 1995 | 0.98 | −0.05 | #73 |
| 1992 | 1.03 | −0.03 | #59 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Peru matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw physicians improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Peru's physicians was 1.91 in 2025. Ranked 71st globally. This represents a 13.3% increase from the previous year.
Peru's physicians peaked at 1.91 in 2025.
The lowest physicians in Peru was 0.51 in 1960.
Peru ranks 71st globally in physicians as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.MED.PHYS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Peru's physicians is projected to reach 1.91 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The physicians of Peru in 2025 was 1.91. This ranks 71st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_peru_physicians,
title = {Peru Physicians},
url = {https://historysaid.com/peru/physicians/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}