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When you are a doctor, you may not wear a uniform like people where at a big buy store, or at an auto shop, but you do wear something that signifies what you are day in and day out. No matter what kind of doctor you are, you typically spend much of your day wearing a lab coat. And while a lab coat may be a function part of your daily attire, it is also something that signifies your profession, which makes it part of your daily uniform. If you walk into a room wearing a lab coat, people typically know that you are a doctor. In most books, that is a uniform.
With that said, a lab coat is a lot more than just something that you wear each days to show that you are the doctor, it is something that is a functional part of your day. Everything about it’s design, form the material that is used to make it to the length and depth of the pockets, is made to help you out throughout the day. While you can buy a cheap, generic lab coat, you will always know that you are wearing a cheap, generic lab coat. You want something that is made specifically for your needs so that you can get about your day without spending to much time thinking about what you are wearing.
When you talk about a high quality lab coat, you need to start with the fit. While the average person may think that all lab coats are created equal, the truth is that if you are going to spend your money on one, you might as well get something that you are comfortable wearing eight to ten hours per day. This means that you need to have it fit to your specific contours. While you don’t want it to be too tight, you also don’t want it to be too lose and billowy that it weighs you down. In addition, you want to make sure that the collar is made specifically for your neck, and that the pockets are deep enough so that you can hold what you need held throughout the day.
The truth is that, when it comes to lab coats, you want something that you know you can rely on throughout the day. You need something that won’t stain, and that won’t make you hot during your rounds. Go online and take a look at the options that are out there, and don’t afraid to spend a little extra money on a coat you know will work for you.
Friends of author Kimberly Green are always looking for a good lab coat.
While reading an article discussing airline pilots and situations that arise, a comment a reader had shared was rather eye-catching. It stated, “If a man in a uniform tells me to do something, I do it.” This intriguing statement allowed the mind to wander and reflect on the variety of different occupations that required uniform or other work apparel. Most occupations that require some type of uniform, the general public typically has a certain way of reacting to them. Consider those who wear camouflage uniforms worn by members of the Army, or high-end doctors wearing men’s lab coats. If a certain instruct is given from these individuals, more than 90% of the time the general public will react and respond.
Bear in mind that through social conditioning, subconsciously we are instructed to act in response to commands or orders given. This is due to the fact of knowing that generally these individuals are acting and following duties that in our best interests. Thus, by simply wearing a certain hat or shirt, people will respond to you differently.
Consider the famous con-artistry and hoax case of Frank W. Abagnale Jr. In a self written autobiography, and film titled “Catch Me if You Can”, Abagnale recounts the numerous occupations he had all before the age of 25. By wearing a pilots uniform followed by a few charming remarks, the 16-year-old was a respected airline pilot for Pan Am Airlines. Soon after, by reading a few books through a medical library, Abagnale was offered a supervising position in a hospital. Again, with witty comments and playing with the use of humor, Abagnale was in charge of a slew of nurses and interns. By daunting on that medical lab coat all were responsive and quick to try to please the newly appointed supervisor.
Thus it is evident that uniforms and work attire send profound statements to the general public. Individuals will be responsive and follow through on directions if a certain uniform is worn rather than everyday street clothes. Though this information may seem of something of obvious magnitude, and does not come as something that is neither a revelation nor news worthy material, it should be taken into consideration the example given above with the Abagnale case. That at times perhaps such willingness to follow through on orders simply based on attire is not the wisest method of action. Also based off of what a certain individual is wearing willingness to follow will be somewhat machine-like. Thus it has come recommended to establish a career with a uniform or work that will be respected and listened to, and all will be well.
Author Kim Green is really impressed how much men’s lab coats make doctors look more professional.
When you are a medical professional it is important that you look the part while you are on the job. While this might sound odd, if you really think about it when we go to see a doctor or a specialist, the more we feel like they look like a doctor, the more comfortable we feel with being there. The last thing we want is to go to a doctor who is wearing flip flops and a scruffy t-shirt. Does that make them less or a doctor? Absolutely not, they can still do everything they would be able to do if they were decked out in their lab coat. For the patient, though, it’s more philosophical then anything because when we go to the doctors you expect them to look a certain way and that’s how we like it. Of course, just because you look a certain way doesn’t mean you have to be uncomfortable.
Here’s a news flash: looking professional as a doctor doesn’t mean that you have to be uncomfortable throughout the day. In fact, today’s lab coats are some of the most comfortable wears you can find on the market. They are made with space age fabrics that not only keep you cool throughout the day, but also remove sweat from your skin and release it into the air. That’s right, there is actually fabric out there that will do it, and while it might make the lab coat cost more than the one’s you find bulk at the store, it’s more than worth it.
In addition to a comfortable lab coats, you also need to make sure your shoes are comfortable as well. If you think about it, as a doctor, a nurse, or even a technician, you are on your feet quite a lot. Even if you are at your desk for three hours a day, you are still on your feet for the other six or seven hours (medical professionals work long days). It is possible to buy really good looking dress shoes that feel good on your feet, you just have to look around and find one that you like. When you are a medical professional, you need to make sure that you are able to stay on your feet without feeling uncomfortable.
Of course, you can find everything you need to be comfortable online. The higher quality lab coats are available for order, and while they cost a little more than the average ones, they also last a lot longer so it’s a better investment. If you can feel good while looking the part of a professional it’s more than worth the cost.
Kim Green is impressed how a lab coat can make a doctor look more professional.
A lab coat isn’t just a piece of clothing for a medical professional, but instead it’s more akin to a piece of equipment. You don’t wear a lab coat just to look professional, you wear it for storage, to identify yourself, and general keep yourself covered from a variety of different fluids that you are sure to encounter throughout the day. You need your lab coat to not just be comfortable, but also functional. Because of this, there are some important things that you need to remember while you search for a lab coat that works for you.
1. Read Reviews. There are two types of people in the world: those who trust online product reviews and those who don’t. While it’s true that most online reviews can be discounted due to emotion or expectation’s when it comes to something like television’s or hotel’s, when you are reading reviews on something like a lab coat reviews become a bit more important. This is because the people who are buying lab coats are people who actually wear them and, in a way, are experts in the field. You aren’t going to buy a lab coat just for fun, so if you are writing a review you typically know what you are talking about.
2. Don’t Overlook Pockets. When it comes to buying a lab coat, people don’t put as much thought into pockets as they should. Pockets on a lab coat aren’t just there for looks, but are instead a functional part of your coat. Make sure they are deep enough to hold everything you’ll need throughout your day such as pens, note pads and your stethoscope. Be sure the stitching is strong so you don’t get any bad surprises throughout the day.
3. Fabric Is Key. It’s not like you are going to be sitting still while you are wearing your lab coat, you are going to not only be on your feet, but also potentially in some fairly messy situations. This is why you want to make sure your lab coat not only repels stains, but also draws away sweat throughout the day. In addition you want to make sure the fabric is easily washed and doesn’t yellow. In other words, pay a little extra for good fabric that will last.
4. Breathability. If you have ever spent some time in a cut rate lab coat, the first thing you probably noticed is how hot they are. Face it: without breathable fabric your lab coat is akin to an actual winter coat, which is not good during a high pressure day filled with hours spent on your feet. Make sure your coat is made from breathable fabric, the kind that makes it feel like you’re not wearing it at all. If you don’t, you’ll be sorry.
5. Dump Unisex. It’s a fact: men and women are built differently; hence they have different needs when it comes to the design of their clothing. You wouldn’t buy unisex dress clothing, so why would you buy a unisex lab coat? Purchase a men’s or women’s specific lab coat, one that is specifically tailored for your needs. This means that they will be less confining in some sports, and more form fitting in others. You can tell the difference the second you put it on.
6. Don’t Settle. There is such a large variety of lab coats out there on the market that no medical professional should ever have to settle for a coat that he or she has any doubts about. Do your research and don’t be afraid to move on if you think there is something better out there.
7. Don’t Skimp. There are times to skimp and save money; buying a lab coat is not one of those times. Like a car or a computer, a lab coat is not a simple purchase, it is an investment; one that you are hoping will last for years and years. Don’t be afraid to spend a bit more for something that fits well; or one that has exceptional fabric; or even one that looks really good on you. Think of it this way: the better quality you buy the longer it will last. Either you spend slightly more now or you pay twice as much six months from now when you need a new coat.
Author Kim Green offers advice on selecting a lab coat after talking with many of her friends.
What exactly do you get someone who is graduating high school? This is the challenge I faced a few weeks ago when a close friend’s son was graduating high school. Maybe it’s a generational thing, but when I was in high school a graduation gift was very important. I remember everyone in my life either getting me a small gift or a monetary reward in celebration of my graduation. Not that I felt like I necessarily need it, it was just nice to get some recognition for all my hard work.
Now-a-days the graduation gift is not as popular. While most people settle on a card and possibly a small check, I felt like I should go the extra mile for someone who I felt has always been kind of a son to me. Heck, he used to sleep over with my kids and play on the same sports teams. Because of this I wanted to get him something he would need, something that he could use in college. Since he was going to study medicine I decided that I would take the plunge and buy him a personalized lab coat as a graduation gift.
The first thing you need to know about buying a lab coat is that it’s a lot more involved a process then you might think. When the average person thinks of a lab coat they think of this white overcoat that is more of a uniform then a functional piece of a doctor’s medical arsenal. The truth is a good lab coat is much more of a personalized piece of clothing then you would imagine. Everything from the fabric to the size of the pockets to the length of the coat can be personalized, and every single part of the lab coat serves a purpose. Did you know the lab coats are made with specialized fabrics which allow for better breathability? That the specialized fabrics also repel stains and allow for easy clean up? I never knew that so much technology is put into these coats? Then again, if you think about it, doctors need to be comfortable throughout the day so they are willing to spend a little more on these personalized touches (heck, I would if I had to wear a coat for 12 hours a day).
So yeah, did I spend a little more than I thought I would on the coat? Yeah, but was it also worth it to get my friend’s son something that he will be comfortable in during his labs? Absolutely. I was even able to get personalized embroidery on the coat. Sure beat the heck out of a talking card.
Kimberly Green hopes to one day purchase a lab coat for her own child’s graduation.
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