In 2023, Ireland had more than 20,000 practicing physicians, with over half of them being male and one-fourth under 35 years old. The majority were generalist medical practitioners, followed by general pediatricians and psychiatrists. Many physicians had obtained their first medical qualification from countries such as Pakistan, Sudan, and the UK. The number of nurses, caring personnel, dentists, and midwives also increased in 2023. The Health Minister highlighted the government’s efforts to increase healthcare workforce and improve services. Hospital and surgical data revealed common procedures and inpatient discharges in 2022. The statistics also included information on the availability of hospital beds and long-term care facilities.
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More than 20,000 physicians practicing in Ireland last year
