Top Countries with the Most Hospitals per Million People: Insights from OECD Data

When it comes to healthcare accessibility, the number of hospitals per population might be one of the indicators. According to rankings published by the OECD in 2022, the countries leading in hospitals per million people are as follows:

1. South Korea

2. Japan

3. Bulgaria

4. Australia

5. France

These rankings emphasize the importance of healthcare accessibility and how these countries prioritize medical infrastructure to meet the needs of their populations.

As someone who has lived in both France and Japan, I must admit that the difference in ease of access to healthcare between the two countries is striking. In Japan, making a medical appointment is generally straightforward, with many hospitals and clinics offering flexible scheduling and short wait times. In contrast, my experience in France often involved navigating longer waiting periods and a less vacancy of the reservation slot.

It’s a reminder that statistics are just one piece of the puzzle in understanding the effectiveness and accessibility of a country’s healthcare system. For patients, what often matters most is not just the number of hospitals but how easily they can connect with the care they need. If you have an interest to have medical treatment in Japan, especially relate to cancer treatment, please feel free to contact us.

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