5 Most Advanced Countries in Medicine

2. Netherlands

Citations per paper: 12.97

Healthcare Index: 65.38

Legatum-Prosperity Health Score: 82.05

Average: 12

The Netherlands has notable pharmaceutical companies like Argenx (NASDAQ: ARGX) which have helped make strides in the country’s drug development sector. Argenx (NASDAQ: ARGX) is a biotech company focused on autoimmune disorders. It had an annual revenue of $0.99 billion in 2023 and expects another profitable year in 2024. On January 17th, Argenx (NASDAQ: ARGX)  announced the approval of VYVDURA® Injection for subcutaneous use in Japan, marking a significant milestone. 

Overall, the Dutch pharmaceutical industry has contributed to both national and global healthcare. The Netherlands also has a well-developed and well-structured healthcare system, with 3.9 doctors available per 1000 people.