Poland Physicians
Physicians per 1,000 people SH.MED.PHYS.ZS
Poland's physicians was 4.14 in 2025, ranked 27th globally. This represents a 2.7% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Poland's physicians stood at 4.14 in 2025, a rise of +0.11 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 4.14 by 2025. Poland ranked 27th globally.
Poland has experienced a significant increase in the number of physicians per 1,000 people over the past six decades. Since 1960, the country has seen a steady rise in this indicator, with the ratio increasing from 1.00 in 1961 to 4.14 physicians per 1,000 people in 2025. This growth is comparable to that of other European countries, with Cyprus leading the pack at 4.15 physicians per 1,000 people. Poland's healthcare system has undergone substantial improvements, reflecting the country's increasing prosperity and investment in human capital. As a result, the country's healthcare infrastructure has become more robust, enabling it to respond effectively to the evolving needs of its population. This trend is expected to continue, driven by Poland's ongoing economic development and demographic changes, which will likely propel the country further up the global rankings in terms of physicians per capita.
Data & projection
| Year | Physicians | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 4.30 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 4.14 | - | - |
| 2025 | 4.14 | +0.11 | #27 |
| 2023 | 4.03 | +0.61 | #9 |
| 2022 | 3.42 | +0.01 | #40 |
| 2021 | 3.42 | +0.11 | #40 |
| 2020 | 3.30 | +0.02 | #42 |
| 2019 | 3.28 | +0.94 | #41 |
| 2018 | 2.34 | −0.02 | #65 |
| 2017 | 2.36 | −0.04 | #60 |
| 2016 | 2.40 | +0.09 | #55 |
| 2015 | 2.31 | +0.02 | #57 |
| 2014 | 2.29 | +0.06 | #57 |
| 2013 | 2.23 | +0.01 | #58 |
| 2012 | 2.22 | +0.02 | #57 |
| 2011 | 2.20 | +0.02 | #55 |
| 2010 | 2.18 | +0.01 | #55 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Poland 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
Poland's physicians was 4.14 in 2025. Ranked 27th globally. This represents a 2.7% increase from the previous year.
Poland's physicians peaked at 4.14 in 2025.
The lowest physicians in Poland was 1.00 in 1960.
Poland ranks 27th globally in physicians as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.MED.PHYS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Poland's physicians is projected to reach 4.14 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The physicians of Poland in 2025 was 4.14. This ranks 27th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_poland_physicians,
title = {Poland Physicians},
url = {https://historysaid.com/poland/physicians/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}