What do you think? Is it time for unconventional looks to become more normal in medicine, or do you think the conventional "professional" appearance should be maintained?
I work with a lot of other medical professionals with tattoos that are visible but tasteful, and a few with unnatural haircolors/unconventional haircuts. This is in New England though, it's not odd to see people of all walks of life like that.
I would rather have a more conventional professional appearance. I really can't take these people seriously. I feel like they were just given their degree. I'm 55.
I’m 55 as well and I completely understand. We grew up in a different time when these type of appearances were unacceptable. I mentally struggle with finding the looks (especially the tattoos) professional. However, I do understand that there are many patients who would be more comfortable seeing a provider with unconventional looks, and that is important. Of course, we all feel how we feel about things like this, and that’s fine, but I can assure you no one just “gave them“ their degrees. PA school is very difficult and highly regimented. I guarantee they worked hard for their degrees and are very knowledgeable providers. Thanks for watching and thanks for sharing your thoughts!
You asked, I'm answeing. There needs to be a set of standard or expectations. If some man or woman doesn't take themselves seriously enough not to be a cartoon character, why am I trusting them with my health or life. Their look is the standard for Walmart, not for health care professionals.
Yes, I did ask and I appreciate you giving your honest feelings. So many people have vastly different feelings on this. That's why I find this topic so interesting! Thanks for watching and commenting.
What do you think? Is it time for unconventional looks to become more normal in medicine, or do you think the conventional "professional" appearance should be maintained?
I work with a lot of other medical professionals with tattoos that are visible but tasteful, and a few with unnatural haircolors/unconventional haircuts. This is in New England though, it's not odd to see people of all walks of life like that.
That's interesting. I work in Texas and it would definitely be unusual to see that here. Well, arm tattoos, maybe, but not much else.
I would rather have a more conventional professional appearance. I really can't take these people seriously. I feel like they were just given their degree. I'm 55.
I’m 55 as well and I completely understand. We grew up in a different time when these type of appearances were unacceptable. I mentally struggle with finding the looks (especially the tattoos) professional. However, I do understand that there are many patients who would be more comfortable seeing a provider with unconventional looks, and that is important. Of course, we all feel how we feel about things like this, and that’s fine, but I can assure you no one just “gave them“ their degrees. PA school is very difficult and highly regimented. I guarantee they worked hard for their degrees and are very knowledgeable providers.
Thanks for watching and thanks for sharing your thoughts!
Being our authentic selves will always be something for us to rally behind!
Agreed!
You asked, I'm answeing.
There needs to be a set of standard or expectations. If some man or woman doesn't take themselves seriously enough not to be a cartoon character, why am I trusting them with my health or life.
Their look is the standard for Walmart, not for health care professionals.
Yes, I did ask and I appreciate you giving your honest feelings. So many people have vastly different feelings on this. That's why I find this topic so interesting! Thanks for watching and commenting.