The data illustrates the number of active physicians in the U.S. as of March 2018, ordered by specialty area. At that time, there were 46,170 anesthesiologists active in the U.S.
Active physicians in the United States
A physician in the U.S. can be trained in medical education or also be an international medical graduate that has obtained a license to practice within the state. There are three organizations in the United States that deal with certification including the American Board of Medical Specialties and the American Medical Association.
