The Evolution of Doctors Wearing Medical Lab Coats - From Black to White

Most people do not realize that the White coat worn by doctors has not always been the norm.  In fact just the opposite has happened.  For most of recent medical history, black coats have signified honor and intelligence.  It is not until more recent times that the tradition of Doctors wearing white coats has become popular and a norm amongst most medical practitioners. 

This fine audios highlights the history of these changes.

This fine audio is based upon the original article found here: https://www.umhs-sk.org/blog/white-coat-ceremony#Evolution

In addition, there is a video version of this information that can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Z9rYEJbJzQ

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