A gift guide for medical students and professionals, written by a medical student.
Having received gifts as a medical student, as well as shopped around for my fellow classmates, I’ve created the ultimate gift guide for medical students and professionals that will surely bring smiles to their faces. Whether it’s for graduation, holiday, or birthday, this list covers them all!
These items are from Amazon, convenient if you’re in a rush to find that perfect gift on a time crunch.
[Disclosure: I only recommend products I would use myself and all opinions expressed here are my own. This post may contain affiliate links and I may earn a small commission when you click on the links at no cost to you.]
Best Gifts for Medical Students
Anatomic Heart Specimen Coasters
This unique and fun gift will surely garner compliments and provoke conversations. It’s a perfect gift for a medical student or anyone in the medical field.
Anatomic Brain Specimen Coasters
This gift will light up anyone’s cerebral matter! I saw one of my professors have one in his office and it certainly started a conversation.
Human Abdomen Anatomy Jigsaw Puzzle
Everyone loves a good puzzle. This beautiful and challenging puzzle is great for learning the anatomy or science of the human body. I love working on puzzles with my medical school friends to de-stress!
Men Figs Super Soft Stretch, Anti-Wrinkle Medical Scrubs – Top and Bottom
Medical professionals and students LOVE Fig scrubs. My friends and I all have a pair. We are lucky that we get to go to work in clothes that are as comfortable as pajamas. The tops are made of super comfortable fabric keeping you professional-looking without compromising comfort!
These scrub pants boast extra comfort, smart storage, and ridiculously soft, four-way stretch fabric to provide your medical professional or student a superior fit
Women Figs Medical Scrubs – Top and Bottom
Super comfy and stylish – what more can you ask for? Everyone is wearing Figs these days. The top is made of comfortable fabric and looks professional without compromising style!
Stay comfortable in soft breathable fabric, a sleek V-neck, and a comfortable fit that is slimming and professional. It features a single chest pocket and a comfy four-way stretch, with anti-wrinkle, moisture-wicking, and antimicrobial technology.
Figs Scrub Jacket – Mens
We love a stylish and modern scrub jacket to go over our form-fitting top and bottom.
Engineered with FIGS’ signature FIONx Technology fabric, the Zapote scrub jacket for men offers optimal comfort. The innovative fabric features four-way stretch with anti-wrinkle, lightweight, and ridiculously soft properties.
Figs Scrub Jacket – Women
Engineered with FIGS’ signature FIONx Technology fabric, The Bellery jacket is a stylish bomber jacket with a modern, classic fit so your medical professional will look polished and professional without sacrificing comfort and function
Dansko Men’s XP 2.0 Mens Clog
As medical students and professionals, we are on our feet a LOT. Made of 100% leather and ergonomically built, this shoe will leave your gift recipient thanking you for saving their feet!
Fun Medical-Themed Socks
Get some fun, memorable socks that will keep their wardrobe colorful!
3M Littmann Stethoscope
Every medical student and professional needs a lightweight and durable stethoscope. Your medical student or professional will appreciate this luxurious stethoscope that’ll be put to great use during medical school, residency, and beyond.
Sterling Silver Heart Necklace
Beautifully unique, this sterling silver necklace is a fantastic gift that’ll surely get many compliments.
Microbe Plushies Gift Box
This is a must-have for science and medical geeks. The kit Includes these 5 mini plushies of an Egg Cell, Sperm Cell, Stem Cell, Zygote, DNA.
White Coat Wine Bag
A cute and original present that’ll complement a wine gift to your well-loved medical professional. They’ll love this unique and adorable white coat gift bag for wine bottles.
Doctor Wars Hospital Card Game
This is a hospital-themed card game where players collect points by “treating” patients and “curing” them. Perfect for medical professionals who will get the inside jokes in these cards.
Eye Chart Tie
Crafted in 100% microfiber polyester, this tie is definitely a conversation starter. The basic black and white design allows it to be worn with virtually anything.
Josh Bach Men’s Heartbeat Pattern EKG Silk Necktie
Made of silk and hand-finished in New York City, this tie offers an understated, whimsical design.
Apple Watch Series 6
This tech-savvy gift will definitely benefit medical students and professionals. It offers the convenience to check their schedules, messages, and fitness information such as daily steps and calories burnt. I use mine on a daily basis!
Airpods Pro
The best wireless and comfortable earbuds. I use mine on a daily basis. Featuring noise cancellation and superior sound quality, these Airpods Pro help me whether I’m working or relaxing. I have been gifted one and after using it for a year, it’s honestly one of the best gifts for medical students or professionals.
Instapot
Easy to use and incredibly convenient, Instapots are ideal for busy medical students and professionals. I use mine on a weekly basis to make delicious and budget-friendly meals without having to plan too much time cooking.
Sodastream
Getting my favorite flavored sparkling water is such a treat. My medical school roommate had one and used it all the time. Now, I’m also hooked! With a push of a button, you will have instant sparkling water! Your gift recipient will love this gift that keeps on giving.
Snack Box Variety Pack Care Package
Who doesn’t love a snack? Not to mention, a huge BOX of snacks. Whether it’s a long night studying or day in the hospital, these snacks will keep your medical student/professional fueled.
The Bon Appetit Gourmet Food Gift Basket by Wine Country Gift Baskets
This beautiful gift basket offers a wide variety of snacks and tea to satisfy any taste buds.
Barnett’s Biscotti Cookies Gift Basket
Allow your medical student or professional to indulge in twenty-four gourmet biscotti bedecked with six decadent flavors: chocolate craisin, chocolate chip, caramel chip, nut crunch, almond crunch, and cookie crunch.
Spa Gift Set
Treat your medical student or professional to this rejuvenating assortment of Grapefruit, Lemongrass, and Orange-scented bath products. They deserve it!
Doctors Gifts Coffee Tumbler Mug
Laughter is the best medicine, and you’re sure to get a laugh out of your medical student/professional with this gift!
Before Patients, After Patients Coffee Mug and Wine Glass Set
An excellent gift to show your appreciation. Let them know that you’ve got their back, whether it’s before and after their hospital shift.
Tumbler for Wine/Coffee
This rose-gold tumbler is such a cute gift that’ll keep beverages at the perfect temperature (hot or cold) for a long time.
Starbucks Gift Card
What better way to support your medical student or professionals with caffeine? Help them get through their training with some Starbucks.
Smart Water Bottle
This water bottle has an LED smart sensor puck that glows to remind your busy medical student or professional when it’s time to drink and tracks water intake by syncing with its own phone app.
Medical Dr. Scrubz Bear
This incredibly adorable bear is the perfect gift for your favorite medical/healthcare professional!
Deluxe Espresso Machine with Aeroccino Milk Frother
Your medical/healthcare professional will be thanking you every time they reach for their daily dose of caffeine.
My favorite coffee machine to use is Nespresso. It is the quickest way to produce a great cup of coffee.
