Health8/12/2025The Guardian

Patients like a medic in a white coat, but often mistake female doctors for nurses

Patients like a medic in a white coat, but often mistake female doctors for nurses

The study found that patients tend to perceive doctors in white coats as more professional and trustworthy. However, female physicians are often mistaken for nurses or medical assistants, despite wearing the same attire. The research suggests that female doctors are "unfairly judged based on appearance and attire," which can affect patients' perceptions of their professionalism and competency. This global review highlights the gender bias that exists in how patients view and evaluate medical professionals, with female doctors being held to different standards than their male counterparts. The findings underscore the need to address these biases and ensure that all doctors are judged based on their expertise and qualifications, rather than their appearance or gender.

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