The Ultimate Guide to Buying Medical Scrubs

Choosing the right medical scrubs for work is vital. Not only do scrubs need to be made from high-quality materials and look professional, but they also need to feel comfortable and help you feel good whilst you are working. 

Before you purchase your healthcare uniform, it is important to check what the rules are in your department about them. Usually, different healthcare departments will ask you to wear a certain colour, so workers and patients can easily differentiate staff. You might also be asked to wear a certain style of scrubs to show your ‘rank’ in the hospital. For example, student nurses and junior nurses will often wear 2 different styles of tunics. 

To help you choose the right medical scrubs for you, we have put together the ultimate guide of factors to consider before you purchase your medical uniform. 

The Importance of Medical Scrubs

Medical professionals who work with patients in health and care settings are expected to wear scrub suits to protect themselves from bodily fluids, germs and chemicals. Scrubs act as a barrier, and they allow healthcare professionals to work safely. 

Medical scrubs allow workers to feel comfortable during their shifts. Medical workers often have to work very long shifts, so comfort is a priority. Workers are often expected to lift patients, use heavy equipment, walk between wards and do other types of active work, so scrubs are designed with functionality in mind. 

Additionally, scrubs are important for identification purposes. If there is an emergency, the public will easily be able to identify medical workers because of their uniforms. The different colour scrubs allow other healthcare professionals in the workplace to identify which department you are from too, which can be important in the case of an emergency. 

What to consider when buying scrubs 

When buying medical scrubs, there are a few things to consider so that you find the perfect suit for you. We will go into detail about these factors below: 

Comfort 

Comfort is very important when it comes to choosing medical scrubs. You can ensure comfort by buying scrubs in a material that suits you. For example, your mind may feel more at ease with scrubs that are odour-repellent.

Also, the comfort of the scrubs will depend on the sizing. If you buy scrubs that are too big or small, you won’t feel comfortable. So, check out our sizing guide before you buy scrubs. However, if the scrubs you buy do not fit the way you would like them to, then you do not worry as we have a great exchange and refund policy. 

Furthermore, different styling features impact comfort such as an elasticated waistline. An elasticated waistline can make you feel more comfortable and help you move more freely. 

All in all, before purchasing you should consider what would make you feel the most comfortable whilst you are at work. 

Style 

Styling is another important factor to consider when buying medical scrubs. Typically, healthcare departments will lay out what style and colour they expect you to purchase. So you should consult with the uniform rules before purchasing. 

Another styling feature that we offer at Greenberg’s is embroidery. You can choose to add the name of the hospital you work at or the logo onto your medical scrubs. 

Functionality 

Functionality is important when purchasing medical scrubs. You should consider the following:

• How durable is the material? 

• Is the material odour resistant? 

• Will I be able to move freely whilst wearing scrubs? 

• Will the scrubs wash without wrinkling?

• Will the scrubs shrink in the wash? 

All of these factors combined will help point you in the right direction.

Where can I buy the best medical scrubs from?

Greenberg’s is a family-run business, and we have provided medical workers with the highest quality scrubs for generations. 

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