The research found there is a need for a considerable increase in staff in various areas in the health service.
It says a 42 per cent increase in consultants, specialists and GPs may be needed by 2028.
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The number of GPs will need to rise from 4,000 at present to 5,600 to roll out universal free GP care.
The report also says a 38 per cent increase in trainees will be needed in the next five years.