carolynH Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 What do you think of people wearing clothing or carrying backpacks with their med school logo and year on it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lactic Folly Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 Personal decision.. some people like the sense of belonging and pride, while others would rather not be identified by strangers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewfieMike Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 I'm over them now that I see them everywhere. I hear they are really good quality backpacks. If I used one, it would be for that purpose. I imagine there are some people who feel high-and-mighty wearing it around, but I suppose people are allowed to feel whatever they want so it doesn't bother me. It did several years ago. Maybe I'm growing up. ---> this is probably better suited for the Lounge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmorelan Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 The standard knapsack is pretty high quality (which was good as my old one blew up after 4 years of UG). A lot of schools use the school clothing as a fund raiser for class events/charity drives. Actually it is the main fund raiser at Schulich for the class councils. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolynH Posted January 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 but I wouldn't feel comfortable using it if I were in med school. As the matter of fact, some of my parents' friends who are doctors actually prefer not to use the Dr. title if they don't have to. They, except one, never use "Dr. x" when making reservations in their regular restaurants or booking a trip, and they don't want an MD license plate for their cars. The one who prefers to use his Dr. title outside of his office always seemed to be looked down upon by the rest of that group of friends. One time he arrived at a gathering in his new Mercedes wearing a matching Mercedes t-shirt. I remember the rest of the group looked at each other with a smirk on their face. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leon Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 but I wouldn't feel comfortable using it if I were in med school. As the matter of fact, some of my parents' friends who are doctors actually prefer not to use the Dr. title if they don't have to. They, except one, never use "Dr. x" when making reservations in their regular restaurants or booking a trip, and they don't want an MD license plate for their cars. The one who prefers to use his Dr. title outside of his office always seemed to be looked down upon by the rest of that group of friends. One time he arrived at a gathering in his new Mercedes wearing a matching Mercedes t-shirt. I remember the rest of the group looked at each other with a smirk on their face. I think that's unnecessary judging. After 8+ years of school, what they do with their income and title is up to the individual. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apache Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 i prefer my north face, but i wear the med one on occasion, it's good quality, but i'd prefer people not know i'm in med school Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apache Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 i'd personally feel uncomfortable using the title dr outside the office, but i guess it's different strokes for different folks I think that's unnecessary judging. After 8+ years of school, what they do with their income and title is up to the individual. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juice Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 I think that's unnecessary judging. After 8+ years of school, what they do with their income and title is up to the individual. you're the guy who's gonna show up to gatherings in a ferrari and wearing ferrari gear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renin Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 i'd personally feel uncomfortable using the title dr outside the office, but i guess it's different strokes for different folks I wouldn't use "DR" outside of clinic/hospital; and probably not even there... one of my favorite doctors introduces themselves as "(first name), a doctor working here in the ER" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leon Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 i'd personally feel uncomfortable using the title dr outside the office, but i guess it's different strokes for different folks Yea, I feel the same way but I was just making a point that there's no necessity to judge. There isn't really any reason to refer to your profession outside the office/hospital. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leon Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 you're the guy who's gonna show up to gatherings in a ferrari and wearing ferrari gear. I'm not the one asking for fashion advice to attract girls on a forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juice Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 I'm not the one asking for fashion advice to attract girls on a forum. You're not, and you also aren't the guy that's lost his virginity yet... what's the point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hking03 Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 I would wear my backpack with pride. +1 mith Unless it's hideous... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renin Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 +1 mith Unless it's hideous... Like bright blue? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatonekid Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 During undergrad I never thought about the backpacks since I'd never see one. Now that I'm around med students all the time, the backpacks are everywhere. I'd wear one, since I need a new backpack. But I don't really care for all the advertisment stuff on them. I'd cover that up with buttons or patches or something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apache Posted January 9, 2011 Report Share Posted January 9, 2011 yeah, i'd prefer that too, but i've talked to a few docs who said to tailor it to each patient, as some elderly/more traditional people prefer you keep a professional distance, i suppose it depends on the situation in the clinic/hospital I wouldn't use "DR" outside of clinic/hospital; and probably not even there... one of my favorite doctors introduces themselves as "(first name), a doctor working here in the ER" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apache Posted January 9, 2011 Report Share Posted January 9, 2011 i'll trade you for bright red, i like the blue actually Like bright blue? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apache Posted January 9, 2011 Report Share Posted January 9, 2011 lol, seriously??? i thought high school was over 7 years ago You're not, and you also aren't the guy that's lost his virginity yet... what's the point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renin Posted January 9, 2011 Report Share Posted January 9, 2011 i'll trade you for bright red, i like the blue actually DONE. and DONE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renin Posted January 9, 2011 Report Share Posted January 9, 2011 yeah, i'd prefer that too, but i've talked to a few docs who said to tailor it to each patient, as some elderly/more traditional people prefer you keep a professional distance, i suppose it depends on the situation in the clinic/hospital Oh yes; of course, same way you don't call your patients by their first name unless that's okay with them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nosuperman Posted January 9, 2011 Report Share Posted January 9, 2011 I would wear my backpack with pride. Backpack + stethoscope + lab coat with lettering on the back "I GOT IN B1TCHEZ!!!!1!!" and the obligatory bicep tat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renin Posted January 9, 2011 Report Share Posted January 9, 2011 Backpack + stethoscope + lab coat with lettering on the back "I GOT IN B1TCHEZ!!!!1!!" and the obligatory bicep tat LOL. I love the flames surgical cap Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nosuperman Posted January 9, 2011 Report Share Posted January 9, 2011 lol, seriously??? i thought high school was over 7 years ago On the internet highschool is never over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renin Posted January 9, 2011 Report Share Posted January 9, 2011 On the internet highschool is never over. You can take him out of high school; but can't take the high school out of him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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