Do clothes make the doctor? Researchers report on patient perceptions based on attire

(University of Michigan Health System) What should doctors wear? And how does something as simple as their choice of a suit, scrubs or slacks influence how patients view them? A new analysis takes a comprehensive look -- and finds that the answer isn't as simple as you might think. It also finds that doctors don't seem to be getting a lot of guidance on how to dress -- despite the influence their attire can have on patients' perceptions.