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The physician's appearance and professionalism.

D K Gjerdingen1, W Thorpe, P List-Holt

  • 1University of Minnesota, Bethesda.

Resident and Staff Physician
|December 10, 1989
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Physician attire significantly influences professional perception. Differences in dress were noted between resident and staff physicians, impacting how patients and colleagues view them.

Area of Science:

  • Medical sociology
  • Clinical professionalism
  • Healthcare communication

Background:

  • Physician appearance is a key factor in patient-physician interactions.
  • Professional image influences trust and perceived competence.
  • Limited research exists on the specific impact of attire on physician perception.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the relationship between physician attire and professional perception.
  • To investigate differences in attire based on gender, role, and location.
  • To compare the appearance of resident versus staff physicians.

Main Methods:

  • Observational study of 101 physicians across 24 Minnesota clinics.
  • Data collection on physician attire, gender, role, and clinical location.

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  • Statistical analysis to identify significant relationships and differences.

    • Main Results:

    • Significant variations in physician attire were observed.
    • Attire differed notably between resident and staff physicians.
    • Gender, role, and location showed some correlation with appearance.

    Conclusions:

    • Physician appearance is a significant determinant of professional perception.
    • Understanding attire norms can enhance physician-clinic interactions.
    • Further research is needed to explore the nuances of physician professionalism and appearance.