General practitioners employees in Portugal 2001-2020
In 2020, the number of general practitioners in Portugal increased by 1,093 practitioners (+4.03%) since 2019. With 28,244 practitioners, the number of practitioners thereby reached its highest value in the observed period. Notably, the number of practitioners has been, with the exception of 2002, continuously increasing over the last years.
The OECD defines general practitioners as a professional trained in medicine who provides direct care to patients. These professionals practice medical examinations, carry out treatments, and refer patients to specialists or hospitals. General practitioners are especially important in terms of continuity of care.
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The OECD defines general practitioners as a professional trained in medicine who provides direct care to patients. These professionals practice medical examinations, carry out treatments, and refer patients to specialists or hospitals. General practitioners are especially important in terms of continuity of care.
Find more key insights for the number of general practitioners in countries like Norway, Ireland, and Netherlands.
