29 Gifts For Doctors They'd Probably Never Buy For Themselves
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29 Gifts For Doctors They'd Probably Never Buy For Themselves

16/09/2022  |   248 Views

by Jill Layton
Updated: Originally Published: The Sill/Amazon

Doctors deserve all the gifts right now. Seriously, give them everything. We’ve put together a list of the best gifts for doctors, because while they’re deserving of gratitude under normal life circumstances, during a global health crisis, their hero status should be celebrated. Whether you’re giving a gift to your favorite physician or a loved one who’s a doctor, this list is packed full of gifts that doctors would probably never buy for themselves (but would appreciate). After all, doctors are too busy saving lives and healing the world to pamper themselves with fancy coffee makers, foot massagers, repairing hand lotions, and expensive chocolate.

There’s no better time than right now to show your appreciation for the doctors in your life, so check out our list for some fun ideas.

Herschel Duffel Bag

Doctors tend to change their clothes and shoes after work to leave all the germs behind. This duffle bag has plenty of room for fresh clothes, and it even has a separate compartment to keep germy shoes away from everything else.

$89.99Funny Mugs Before and After Patients Cup Set

The perfect gift to let a doctor know that you deeply understand their need for both coffee and wine, sometimes simultaneously.

$24.95TheraFlow Dual Foot Massager Roller

This foot massager roller provides shiatsu acupressure. It’s small enough to fit under a desk, out of site, and big enough to give a doctor’s feet the relief they deserve.

$16.95Naipo Neck and Back Massager

This shiatsu neck and back massager will likely cause any doctor to forget about their next patient. And maybe the one after that, too.

$49.99Google Search Medical Degree Tumbler

Every doctor has at least one patient a day who knows all the answers because they googled their symptoms, which is why this travel coffee tumbler is 100% necessary.

$23.99Bone-Shaped Novelty Pens

This pack of 10 bone-shaped ballpoint pens is sure to bring some bonafide (ha ha) humor into the room.

$7.89Ninja Specialty Coffee Maker

Long grueling days at the office or hospital definitely require endless cups of coffee. This coffee maker can brew a single cup, a travel size tumbler, a half carafe, or a full carafe.

$139.99Apple AirPods Pro

Apple AirPods Pro are the perfectgift for a doctor who needs some down time in between patients. They’re noise canceling, which makes them ideal for escaping the frenzy of a busy work environment or annoying colleagues.

$197Medical Compression Socks

Compression socks are designed to help maintain blood flow and reduce swelling in legs. This bundle of six has fun designs and is perfect for doctors who are on their feet all day long.

$15.99FRESHME Blackout Sleep Mask

This cotton blackout sleep mask will help your doctor get the sleep they need, especially if they have to sleep at the hospital with unwanted lights in the room.

$24.98Ember Smart Mug

This temperature control smart mug keeps coffee hot literally all day and can be controlled by an app. It’s a genius invention that every coffee drinker deserves.

$91.99iRobot Roomba Robot Vacuum

iRobot’s Roomba vacuum is the perfect gift for any busy doctor who doesn’t have the time or energy to come home and clean the house. That’s all doctors, right?

$244.99Anker Portable Power Bank

It isn’t always convenient to sit next to an outlet while your phone charges, so giving the gift of a power bank lets your doctor friend know that you value their time and need to play Candy Crush while on the move.

$24.99LETSCOM Fitness Tracker

Fitness trackers are a great way for doctors to recognize that it’s totally OK if they haven’t gotten a workout in, because they’re probably walking several miles a day at work.

$25"At the Doctor" by Normal Rockwell Jigsaw Puzzle

A 1,000 piece jigsaw puzzle of Normal Rockwell’s famous “At the Doctor” image is a fun way for doctors to decompress after a long day.

$8.10Doctor Life: A Snarky Adult Coloring Book

This adult coloring book is full of snarky pages that’ll bring out the lols while providing some much-needed relaxation time.

$7.99Rocketbook Smart Reusable Notebook

Rocketbook’s reusable notebook can be used endlessly and wiped clean with a damp cloth. The accompanying app allows for easy sharing with co-workers and patients by simply taking a photo of handwritten notes.

$24.09Omnon Chocolate

If you haven’t tried Omnom’s Icelandic chocolate, you haven’t lived. This set of four chocolate bars includes caramel, sea salted almonds, lakkris and raspberry, and black n’ burat barley.

$28Apple Watch Series 6

29 Gifts For Doctors They'd Probably Never Buy For Themselves

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$439Organs and Flowers Dictionary Wall Art

This vintage-style 8×10 print of organs and flowers atop a page from the dictionary is a unique and thoughtful gift for any doctor. Just a heads up, it comes unframed.

$18.95Burt's Bees Hand Repair Gift Set

Doctors are constantly washing their hands, which is good for hygiene and safety, but terrible for dryness. This Burt’s Bees Hand Repair Gift set comes with shea butter hand repair cream, almond and milk hand cream, cuticle cream, and a pair of cotton gloves.

$13.87Anjou Essential Oil Diffuser

This essential oil diffuser has over 11,000 5-star reviews on Amazon and is perfect for the home or office. It doesn’t come with oils, but you can find those below.

$34.99Lagunamoon Essential Oils Set

This essential oils kit has over 35,000 5-star reviews on Amazon, which is pretty impressive for oils. It comes with six scented oils: peppermint, lavender, lemongrass, orange, tea tree, and eucalyptus.

$9.99The Sill Succulent Trio

This trio of mini succulents and planters from The Sill requires bright light and little water, but not much else—perfect for doctors who appreciate greenery, but work too much to keep any other plant alive.

$50Sherpa Weighted Throw Blanket

A weighted blanket is sometimes all one needs for a solid night’s sleep. This one is super warm and cozy and comes in various sizes, weight, and colors.

$42.99Old Yeller Antique Wheated Bourbon

If you know your doctor enjoys a stiff drink at the end of the work day, Old Yeller Antique is a bottle of wheated bourbon that is sure to impress and take the edge off.

$141.99Littmann Classic III Stethoscope

Known as the Porsche of stethoscopes, this 3M, 27-inch Littmann stethoscope has over 32,000 5-star reviews on Amazon—mostly written by doctors and nurses. It comes in several color options, which is a nice personalized touch.

$96.53Custom Bobble Head

It’s 100% mandatory for every doctor to have a bobblehead of themselves on their desk. CustomBobblehadsEtsy will use a photo you provide to customize the bobblehead to look just like your doctor, which is both creepy and fun.

$69Healthy Snack Gift Basket

Doctors who love to snack probably rely on healthy ones to give them fuel. This healthy snack gift basket comes with a mix of 32 treats, including nuts, pretzels, bars, fruit snacks, and drink mixes.

$34.97

SHOP THE STORY

Funny Mugs Before and After Patients Cup Set

The perfect gift to let a doctor know that you deeply understand their need for both coffee and wine, sometimes simultaneously.

$24.95Herschel Duffel Bag

Doctors tend to change their clothes and shoes after work to leave all the germs behind. This duffle bag has plenty of room for fresh clothes, and it even has a separate compartment to keep germy shoes away from everything else.

$89.99TheraFlow Dual Foot Massager Roller

This foot massager roller provides shiatsu acupressure. It’s small enough to fit under a desk, out of site, and big enough to give a doctor’s feet the relief they deserve.

$16.95Google Search Medical Degree Tumbler

Every doctor has at least one patient a day who knows all the answers because they googled their symptoms, which is why this travel coffee tumbler is 100% necessary.

$23.99Bone-Shaped Novelty Pens

This pack of 10 bone-shaped ballpoint pens is sure to bring some bonafide (ha ha) humor into the room.

$7.89Ninja Specialty Coffee Maker

Long grueling days at the office or hospital definitely require endless cups of coffee. This coffee maker can brew a single cup, a travel size tumbler, a half carafe, or a full carafe.

$139.99Apple AirPods Pro

Pricey? Yes. But worth it? Also yes. That’s what the thousands of people who swear by the newest AirPods Pro say. She’ll feel like one of the “cool kids” with the iconic white earbuds.

$197Medical Compression Socks

Compression socks are designed to help maintain blood flow and reduce swelling in legs. This bundle of six has fun designs and is perfect for doctors who are on their feet all day long.

$15.99FRESHME Blackout Sleep Mask

This cotton blackout sleep mask will help your doctor get the sleep they need, especially if they have to sleep at the hospital with unwanted lights in the room.

$24.98Ember Smart Mug

This temperature control smart mug keeps coffee hot literally all day and can be controlled by an app. It’s a genius invention that every coffee drinker deserves.

$91.99iRobot Roomba Robot Vacuum

iRobot’s Roomba vacuum is the perfect gift for any busy doctor who doesn’t have the time or energy to come home and clean the house. That’s all doctors, right?

$244.99Anker Portable Power Bank

It isn’t always convenient to sit next to an outlet while your phone charges, so giving the gift of a power bank lets your doctor friend know that you value their time and need to play Candy Crush while on the move.

$24.99

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