Beyond Borders: Socio-Economic Dynamics and Demographic Profiles Shaping Migration Patterns of Romanian Doctors Across EU

Abstract

Healthcare professional migration has emerged as a global phenomenon, underscoring the need to comprehend migrant doctors' patterns and characteristics for effective policymaking and workforce planning. The paper analyses medical practitioners' migration across European countries. Through a quantitative survey, it unveils socio-demographic and professional attributes specific to Romanian doctors. The study explores correlations between the demographic and professional attributes of Romanian migrant doctors and the socio-economic traits of destination countries. Employing clustering analysis, the research identifies four distinct clusters, revealing variations in medical specialisations, income levels, marital statuses, and durations of stay across different European countries. These findings provide a comprehensive understanding of migration patterns among Romanian doctors. More research is needed to investigate factors influencing Romanian doctors' migration decisions and experiences and compare their profiles to those of migrant doctors from other countries. Understanding these patterns can help healthcare workforce planning, recruitment strategies, and policy development.