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Submitted March 11, 2015; accepted April 1, 2015. Shortly after my meeting with Dr L., I came across a recent study out of the University of Michigan1 that examined patients’ perceptions of their physicians based on how the physicians dressed. As a means to enhance the physicianpatient relationship and improve patient satisfaction, the researchers set out to better understand the influence of physician attire. Specifically, they investigated confidence level, trust, and satisfaction across a variety of scenarios and medical facilities. After completing a systematic review of the literature, the authors concluded, “finding a ‘onesize-fits-all’ approach to optimal physician dress code is improbable.”1 Instead, they noted that specific “tailored” approaches should be implemented based on “patient, population and contextual factors.” For the pediatric population, for example, leaving the white coat on the door rack may provide a less intimidating feel for the pediatric population, allowing for a smoother visit for both the patients and their parents. I commend the work of Petrilli and colleagues1 and wonder how our medical system will digest their findings and apply their conclusions. The next time you prepare for your work day, whether in the office, hospital, or operating room, be sure to think twice about whether the dressed-up garb is really necessary; ask yourself if there is enough evidence to support the suit. Both Dr L. and Petrilli and colleagues1 have led me to realize that what’s most important to me is that I am well received by my patients. In an evidence-based profession, it turns out that we have no real evidence that a fancy suit is the way to go. Because there really is no true dress code for medical professionals, maybe I’ll become more of a jeans guy, too. (doi:10.7556/jaoa.2015.118)

Does the Attire Determine the Professionalism?