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To systematically synthesize evidence on trends in availability, distribution, and career progression of the paediatric workforce.

Global trends and career development of human resources for paediatrics: a systematic review

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To systematically synthesize evidence on trends in availability, distribution, and career progression of the paediatric workforce.
Searched CENTRAL, Embase, MEDLINE, and Scopus for primary studies from November 1 to 20, 2025.
Narratively synthesized extracted data and assessed risk of bias using Joanna Briggs Institute tools.
Included 35 studies from high-income and upper-middle-income countries.
Paediatric workforce supply increased steadily in high-income countries, especially among subspecialties.
Significant geographic imbalances noted, with low representation in rural areas.
Early-career paediatricians reported higher workload and dissatisfaction compared to seniors, with women comprising most of the workforce but men in leadership.

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Systematic review reveals workforce trends and career challenges in paediatrics, highlighting equity issues.

Yao et al. (2026) studied this question.

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