A gap analysis for future supply of and demand for psychiatrists in Austria.

Background: In the recent past, a rising caseload demonstrates increasing demand for psychiatrists, and ageing of the current mental health workforce will soon result in growing numbers of retirees. Under these conditions there is some concern whether we soon will face widening gaps in supply.

Aims Of The Study: This study calculates projections of future use and supply of psychiatrists' services in Austria until 2030.