Why I’ll NEVER Wear These Scrubs (Figs Exploitation)

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  • Опубликовано: 22 дек 2024

Комментарии • 5 тыс.

  • @keaganterry6916
    @keaganterry6916 4 года назад +5694

    I’m not in the medical profession, but it still warms my heart that mike is giving away $20,000 worth of scrubs.

    • @kakafuu
      @kakafuu 4 года назад +40

      He loves his fellow doctors

    • @kaylamcgrath3761
      @kaylamcgrath3761 4 года назад +7

      Thank you for posting 😷❤️

    • @free2saywhatever
      @free2saywhatever 4 года назад +33

      I just became an instant fan of Dr. Mike. As a female DO, after the crap I saw posted by people degrading our profession because Trump’s Doctor is a “DO” and therefore not a “real doctor” and the disastrous figs DO commercial, it truly brought back memories from when my friends said they’d rather go to Caribbean medical schools which are notorious for low standards and for-profit agenda than to go to a DO school because of stigma. I chose a DO school because I valued holistic medicine and back then, I remember thinking to myself “what an ignorant comment to make about DO profession” and this week just brought back those terrible memories, IDK where those “friends” are now but it’s a sad reality that their words ring true even in the 21st century.

    • @jellybelly111
      @jellybelly111 4 года назад +11

      I'm so grateful for this offer. I'm a student who is in need of scrubs

    • @armanii4799
      @armanii4799 4 года назад +2

      In return for taking people's emails. As Mark Cuban says, he is owning them. Petty price for the exposure and data.

  • @user-zz4br9or6x
    @user-zz4br9or6x 4 года назад +15419

    Please only fill out the form if you need the scrubs. Don’t take this opportunity away from those who truly need scrubs! Thank you!!

    • @orgANGmo
      @orgANGmo 4 года назад +211

      This

    • @nanwijanarko1969
      @nanwijanarko1969 4 года назад +685

      Up! Please, do not take advantage of a man's good will. I hope those scrubs get to their rightful owner

    • @descipher
      @descipher 4 года назад +170

      💯 Percent True we should not take advantage of his good will.

    • @kevinzheng2898
      @kevinzheng2898 4 года назад +216

      @@nanwijanarko1969 agreed, new free pairs of scrubs would be perfect for those in the frontlines.

    • @elliep5012
      @elliep5012 4 года назад +52

      I wish he also offered for European residents 😭

  • @sambhavisharan3675
    @sambhavisharan3675 4 года назад +3223

    Dr. Mike is literally so pissed right now. But the way he is giving $20,000 to med students, nurses under training and resident docs is so thoughtful and beautiful...

    • @evaseq2238
      @evaseq2238 4 года назад +14

      I know the feeling. Im an (up coming) animal activist. I get so pissed when people try to defend animal abuse. Sometimes getting pissed lets people get the point across. My point is, there need to be more people like Dr.Mike in the world.

    • @sambhavisharan3675
      @sambhavisharan3675 4 года назад +9

      @@evaseq2238 Ikr. We need to have more people like this Dr here in this world, trying to fight the misinformation and doing everything he can to help medical trainees.

    • @sambhavisharan3675
      @sambhavisharan3675 4 года назад +8

      @@evaseq2238 And please continue to be an animal activist. We need more of you guys as well. I love you for your work💜
      And if anyone tries to defend animal abuse, just slap them across their face 😑
      Such people are not needed in this world.

    • @evaseq2238
      @evaseq2238 4 года назад +2

      @@sambhavisharan3675 I really only comment on yt vids if i see abuse in them. Thank you though!

    • @hobidimples9433
      @hobidimples9433 4 года назад +6

      He is using his anger and turning it into something good 💪 this is what anger should be used for. Let's make change in the world everyone! 🌎

  • @amilliev.6131
    @amilliev.6131 4 года назад +1985

    "alexa, play "no scrubs" by TLC"

    • @nerdgirl7363
      @nerdgirl7363 4 года назад +31

      This comment is under-rated

    • @monkiram
      @monkiram 4 года назад +89

      I don't want no scrubs. A fig is a scrub that won't get no love from me"

    • @JaeElle
      @JaeElle 4 года назад +6

      @@monkiram 🤣😂🤣😍

    • @manasvia196
      @manasvia196 4 года назад +1

      Lol

    • @jode68
      @jode68 4 года назад +1

      Loathe this song

  • @DoctorYoun
    @DoctorYoun 4 года назад +9859

    Preach Dr Mike! DO or MD- they’re equal.

    • @hi.rinaOFFICIAL
      @hi.rinaOFFICIAL 4 года назад +325

      My two favorite doctors on RUclips 🥺

    • @poshpearls23
      @poshpearls23 4 года назад +21

      Same, omgsh

    • @taurusfiend5836
      @taurusfiend5836 4 года назад +14

      what is the difference though?

    • @crimson_auror
      @crimson_auror 4 года назад +184

      @@taurusfiend5836 as a DO student myself, I can tell you there’s VERY little difference. DOs get all the same training as MDs, but we receive extra training in what’s called osteopathic manipulative medicine. We focus more on a holistic, preventative approach to medicine. I prefer the osteopathic approach, because I feel it offers more options to patients.

    • @benedettavandoni7845
      @benedettavandoni7845 4 года назад +85

      Fun fact: in Italy, DOs and MDs are VERY different, they are absolutely not the same. DOs are like physiotherapists here, they massage and do rehabilitation after injuries, they treat athletes etc. they are absolutely NOT allowed to practice as MDs because they are not MDs; DOs and MDs have a COMPLETELY different type of training. That’s why the first time I heard dr Mike was a DO I was confused to say the least!😂

  • @khushjawandha5283
    @khushjawandha5283 4 года назад +748

    Shoutout to Dr. Mike for not being a sellout AND putting his money where his mouth is. Can’t put a price on integrity. Much respect

    • @azizt718
      @azizt718 4 года назад +6

      @Alis Prospero well he did say he will only accept sponsorship from those that he believes in, so he is not selling his ethics so that's nice

    • @cyrcara5528
      @cyrcara5528 4 года назад

      ruclips.net/video/3BjKitTOX0g/видео.html

  • @mojo495
    @mojo495 4 года назад +1702

    “I learned from female physicians. I am who I am today because of female physicians”
    I happy cried a little bit because I have never heard a grown man (especially one that I respect) say something like that about women. Thanks for being an amazing role model!!

    • @dinazwitscher9872
      @dinazwitscher9872 4 года назад +37

      Crazy that this is so special. But it's true.

    • @AznJsn82091
      @AznJsn82091 4 года назад +44

      I just got hired to work in an eye clinic and in my team, there are only three males including me. The rest of my team is 10 females. I am the technician I am today because of the females on my team.

    • @whitneyschmitney
      @whitneyschmitney 4 года назад +8

      @Karson Kalabo aaaand now I'm crying.

    • @SoybeanInTheMilk
      @SoybeanInTheMilk 4 года назад +3

      It’s moving and all but I’m pretty sure that there are a lot of people who say so

    • @peyton8242
      @peyton8242 4 года назад +7

      Probably but the OP was saying in their life they hadn’t hear someone say it so it touched them especially

  • @preciousoriakhi
    @preciousoriakhi 4 года назад +220

    “Value yourself, value your time value your reach and value your medical education”
    great words, preach Dr. mike!

  • @IvoryValentine22
    @IvoryValentine22 4 года назад +5211

    Dr Mike drinks about a liter of respecting women juice a day and I love him for it

    • @solarcowgirl
      @solarcowgirl 4 года назад +85

      Kurtis Conner but make him a doctor 🤩

    • @sleepyninjarin7971
      @sleepyninjarin7971 4 года назад +39

      that sounds disgusting

    • @fishingcompilations3359
      @fishingcompilations3359 4 года назад

      @@TrailerParkChris I liked your video

    • @maplelu9514
      @maplelu9514 4 года назад +46

      @@sleepyninjarin7971 not really but thats on you? 🤔😕

    • @Saskguy20
      @Saskguy20 4 года назад +15

      Your likes were at 999... I was the 1000th like.. kinda cool..

  • @kyerawatkins755
    @kyerawatkins755 4 года назад +4232

    Dr. Mike should start his own scrub line!!! I would definitely support.

    • @mattmagic12
      @mattmagic12 4 года назад +32

      Me too i would only buy his scrubs

    • @melissafreeman7064
      @melissafreeman7064 4 года назад +89

      Please do, Dr Mike!!! And contribute a portion of proceeds to underprivileged medical students (like first-generation college students)!

    • @melissafreeman7064
      @melissafreeman7064 4 года назад +31

      Dr Mike PLEASE start your own line of scrubs and use a portion of each sale to provide scrubs to underprivileged (first-generation college) med students! Your fans would be so happy to support you and struggling students!

    • @linagonia5653
      @linagonia5653 4 года назад +1

      EThiCal ProDucTioN maybe?

    • @amethyst5393
      @amethyst5393 4 года назад +2

      Yes!!!!! He would be great and not be sexist

  • @bilawalm1
    @bilawalm1 4 года назад +2433

    Yo random people. Don't fill the form if are not in medical field. Let those who need have it.

    • @The_Average_Cent
      @The_Average_Cent 4 года назад +26

      Yea no I agree with you, I’m only 17 but I do wanna go into the medical field but those not I the field please don’t just get them to get them because there pretty much useless to people not within the medical field

    • @NuRaLoQi
      @NuRaLoQi 4 года назад +130

      The fact that this even needs to be said hurts me on so many levels

    • @spacetot1o160
      @spacetot1o160 4 года назад +99

      @@The_Average_Cent you don’t get them because your thinking of joining your only supposed to get them if you are IN the medical school! Please tell me you didn’t get them because your thinking of joining because if you got them because of that you literally did what you told people not to do

    • @kimaurora5797
      @kimaurora5797 4 года назад +105

      @@The_Average_Cent please don't do this, I am studying medicine but I didn't think about filling the form because I am not doing residency yet. Let the people who are CURRENTLY suffering from this use the scrubs.

    • @oliverxhmll
      @oliverxhmll 4 года назад +38

      I have a feeling people will fill this form just to resell. DON'T

  • @jennyates8505
    @jennyates8505 4 года назад +98

    I am not a medical professional. But, as a female engineer, this message resonates. Thank you for giving back in your professional community to those who are in need. And thank you for calling out the inappropriate actions of big business.

  • @michellebloch8970
    @michellebloch8970 4 года назад +2656

    You’re passionate about this issue, not angry. There is a big difference. Passionate and talking about making positive change is good. Angry doesn’t always get people on board with you...

    • @Belibra14
      @Belibra14 4 года назад +6

      He's only passionate because it impacts him. He doesn't even realize that he takes advantage of his patients by the fees he charges. Medical care should always be a right and not a bank breaking expense.

    • @michellebloch8970
      @michellebloch8970 4 года назад +41

      @@Belibra14 yes he’s worried about how it impacts him and fees, that must be why he’s giving away scrubs to med students/residents that have very little money right now 🤦‍♀️

    • @michellebloch8970
      @michellebloch8970 4 года назад +33

      @@Belibra14 also he used his own money to buy respirators at increased cost from some random shady people when this whole COVID thing started, in order to donate them to medical professionals, since they weren’t able to get them through proper channels, because of shady people who hoarded them and were out to make a quick buck....

    • @Belibra14
      @Belibra14 4 года назад +3

      @@michellebloch8970 money that can be written off as a donation on taxes. Dr. Mike has a problem, he always need attention for everything good he does instead out just doing it and moving on.

    • @dianethoroughman9541
      @dianethoroughman9541 4 года назад +20

      He can be angry. Being angry is not being aggressive. Some people who get angry get aggressive. Dr. Mike does not get aggressive. He uses his anger to fuel his passion.

  • @alondraalexander8378
    @alondraalexander8378 4 года назад +781

    As someone who comes from a family of women in the medical profession, seeing you so passionate about diversity and lifting people in the medical profession up enough to donate your own money and effort, using your platform in so many ways to help is a beautiful thing. Thank you Doctor Mike.

    • @cyrcara5528
      @cyrcara5528 4 года назад

      ruclips.net/video/3BjKitTOX0g/видео.html

  • @RockinTheBassGuitar
    @RockinTheBassGuitar 4 года назад +838

    There is nothing wrong with being angry at unethical things wherever they are found. Thank you for calling this out!

  • @zensmith5999
    @zensmith5999 4 года назад +65

    The passion behind his voice. His passion for fairness. His passion for seeing things done right. His respect for women... He is a true role model.

  • @marinal2705
    @marinal2705 4 года назад +699

    What you said about women in medicine made me cry. You are such an inspiration -- finally, after 5 years of undergrad and grad school, I'm applying to medical school and one day hope to make an impact on patients and future healthcare workers the way you have. Thank you Dr. Mike!!

    • @aishwarya2359
      @aishwarya2359 4 года назад +1

      All the best to u, and THANK YOU❤❤

    • @JennaLeigh
      @JennaLeigh 4 года назад +1

      Yay! Go get it, darlin! Proud of you!

    • @marinal2705
      @marinal2705 4 года назад +2

      Thank you all 🥺

  • @rebeccawiens4224
    @rebeccawiens4224 4 года назад +2098

    One thing I like is that he's an advocate, but he also puts his money where his mouth is.

    • @addisoncoleman1225
      @addisoncoleman1225 4 года назад +31

      I know right! He actually acts on his beliefs unlike so many others and that just proves how much he cares!

    • @armanii4799
      @armanii4799 4 года назад +3

      Bro he is taking people's emails for advertisement purposes in the future. It is the oldest trick in the books.

    • @marzipanmerci1068
      @marzipanmerci1068 4 года назад +12

      @@armanii4799 then, should I fill in the form just to allow him to do just that?
      I honestly don't mind getting any ads mails from him rather than from other companies out there. At least I clearly know what he stands for and fighting for, and I want to ride that wagon in any way I could.

    • @mackenzie4576
      @mackenzie4576 4 года назад +3

      @@armanii4799 damn he really spent 20,000 to get peoples emails? Sounds like he could’ve done that for free

  • @bronchiaosaurus4804
    @bronchiaosaurus4804 4 года назад +799

    My mom works in the medical field and we never used to have money because she was a mother of 4 and she was trying to become a doctor. It was hard for hard for her to get scrubs. We ended up scraping up enough money and she is now she met her goal

    • @seanceknowles2911
      @seanceknowles2911 4 года назад +28

      Congratulations to your mom!! She is amazing, strong and dedicated! That is such great news to hear that families working hard and together to reach those goals and dreams. Your mom is an amazing role model and thanks to her and millions of docs, nurses right now helping us stay healthy❤
      Give your mom a big hug and let her know that she is very much appreciated.

    • @bronchiaosaurus4804
      @bronchiaosaurus4804 4 года назад +4

      @@seanceknowles2911 thank you such much for your kind words!

    • @nanwijanarko1969
      @nanwijanarko1969 4 года назад +8

      What a strong woman you have as a mother! Congratulations, I hope you are all staying healthy. Please tell her that her hardwork is very much aplreciated. Much love.

    • @dulcebautista1437
      @dulcebautista1437 4 года назад +6

      Give your mom a big ol' hug from me. That is an awesome momma right there!

    • @shababi2000
      @shababi2000 4 года назад +3

      congrats!! she’s truly a hero for your family and for people 💘💜

  • @candicerea9443
    @candicerea9443 4 года назад +131

    Dr Mike,
    I'm a surgical tech at a level 1 trauma center in Dallas. I've been scrubbing for ten years in two of the biggest teaching facilities in my state. When I see this, it disgusts me to my core. I know that young med students and residents are broke, I see it everyday. My weekend team puts on a family dinner once a month for us, and our docs. We make sure to bring plenty, because half of them either forget to eat a real meal or can't afford anything more than a simple snack.
    Thank you for standing up,
    Candice

  • @BiteSizedCrafter
    @BiteSizedCrafter 4 года назад +2881

    Figs: Dissed female doctors
    Dr. Mike: So you have chosen destruction!

  • @chunkuswumpus3515
    @chunkuswumpus3515 4 года назад +536

    And this is why I love doctor Mike. He is willing to sacrifice his own time and money to help other people in and out side his work place. He is honestly an amazing guy and we should all support him

  • @ingridlopez8546
    @ingridlopez8546 4 года назад +890

    TIP for everyone who needs scrubs: go to your local goodwill! You can find really good sets-tops and bottoms- in a bunch of different styles and colors for only a few dollars!! As someone who’s still in undergrad, this has been super helpful!

    • @missm2925
      @missm2925 4 года назад +27

      I was going to say that! I've seen some with some really cute and creative patterns!

    • @RoyalReyna
      @RoyalReyna 4 года назад +5

      I know there are always patterned scrubs at my walmart, not entirely sure about plain ones

    • @sockherintheface123
      @sockherintheface123 4 года назад +5

      I’ve found my favorite scrub tops at Goodwill. Highly recommend giving it a shot

    • @user-he7sc3fg3r
      @user-he7sc3fg3r 4 года назад +3

      Unless ur hospital u work at provides them

    • @1Nida
      @1Nida 4 года назад +2

      I have a friend who is a CNA and a clothes hound. She has a huge collection of scrubs purchased from thrift shops.

  • @nicolebuchhold5791
    @nicolebuchhold5791 4 года назад +591

    Figs also had a similar AD with a male nurse with a "nursing for dummies" book also upside down, threw it away and shrugs. How can a company like this think its okay to insult those you are trying to sell to...
    I'm a nurse in Canada and so many people I know are paying even more just for shipping and duties for this company who doesn't deserve it.
    Thank you Dr.Mike for always supporting all of your colleagues. I'm not in a place to need the scrubs but applause to you for the generosity giving to those who do!

    • @MallieAnn13
      @MallieAnn13 4 года назад +11

      And I doubt the models on their site are actual medical professionals. I really doubt actual professionals would pose in the way Figs has on their site.

    • @monkiram
      @monkiram 4 года назад +15

      I find it super interesting that the instance where they had a "stupid male" model, it was as a nurse, the field where males are negatively stereotyped the most. So rather than showing they're not sexist by targeting both males and females, they're doing the opposite by further adding to the negative stereotypes of the most stereotyped groups. There's no way that all of this is just a coincidence, there must have been some forethought into this.

    • @Fiestyredhead67
      @Fiestyredhead67 Год назад +1

      Not to mention these scrubs are sooo form fitting and some of the tops don't look like scrub tops but blouses. Plus insanely expensive just to get body fluids on

  • @giaunguyen3059
    @giaunguyen3059 4 года назад +1514

    You know, Dr. Mike isn't messing around when his veins are popping out as he speaks. Also, Kudos Dr. Mike for donating $20k! 👏👏👏

    • @animalgirl119
      @animalgirl119 4 года назад +2

      Goodness! That vein (or is it the Carotid artery?) Is massive!

    • @mahnoorjaved6535
      @mahnoorjaved6535 4 года назад +2

      the google form only allows one link. but many companies sell top and bottom separately. Please fix the form to allow and top and bottom separately as link and sizes may vary.

    • @duckymomo7935
      @duckymomo7935 4 года назад +1

      What is Dr Mike even talking about?
      The media is celebrating Dr Fauci and medical professionals

    • @eboni2957
      @eboni2957 4 года назад

      I think you should watch his last video on trump getting covid to understand his point better

    • @eboni2957
      @eboni2957 4 года назад

      I think you should watch his last video on trump getting covid to understand his point better

  • @r0saa13
    @r0saa13 4 года назад +2664

    Friendly reminder: you random people who are not in the medical profession don’t need scrubs. DO NOT FILL THE FORM, let our healthcare heroes get them please 💛

    • @JessJalepeno
      @JessJalepeno 4 года назад +102

      @@gwillis01 or nursing students

    • @margaretthym8234
      @margaretthym8234 4 года назад +72

      People in the medical field, being trained/in school. Not one of you buy I thank the world for you everyday. Without good docs, nurses and surgeons I might not be here.

    • @jovinabea
      @jovinabea 4 года назад +1

      Thank youu ❤️

    • @andoan4510
      @andoan4510 4 года назад +20

      Thumbs up for this post. Im a freshmen in college trying to go on the medical track, so I will need it in the future, but for now let them be in the good hands of people who can maximize their uses.

    • @kellyellison5459
      @kellyellison5459 4 года назад +25

      How about us caregivers for the elderly and for the Covid positive people nobody else will touch? Don’t we deserve them too?

  • @tcort
    @tcort 4 года назад +872

    It’s really sad that there are medical professionals who can’t afford scrubs. Hospitals/clinics/etc should provide those; heck, McDonalds provides their employees with uniforms. Thanks for helping, Dr Mike.

    • @Damionia95
      @Damionia95 4 года назад +44

      In Germany scrubs are provided in hospitals and even in some other work places where they want you to wear it.

    • @romainsavioz5466
      @romainsavioz5466 4 года назад +12

      I think in Switzerland too

    • @Roanmonster
      @Roanmonster 4 года назад +19

      I suspect pretty much everywhere except the US. I can't imagine having to take your own scrubs to work.

    • @romainsavioz5466
      @romainsavioz5466 4 года назад +4

      @@Roanmonster yeah thoses kind of thing coming from the us don't surprise me

    • @TheLilalaunebar
      @TheLilalaunebar 4 года назад +22

      Here in Germany our hospitals provide us scrubs. End they stay in the hospital where they are washed with high temperatures to prevent transmission of germs and viruses.
      The thought alone to take my scrubs home or buy them is repugnant to me.

  • @Bluekittycatt
    @Bluekittycatt 4 года назад +450

    I am a nurse, and a student midwife. In Sweden, where I live and work, the hospital supply the scrubs. I hold my card up to the cabinet, get up to 4 pairs of scrubs, then throw them into the laundry shute at the end of the day. New scrubs every work shift, and I don't have to take them and the germs home.

    • @biancad.4440
      @biancad.4440 4 года назад +42

      yeah i did an internship in a hospital here in germany and was so confused by this video because it’s the same concept over here, you get your scrub in the morning when you start to work and at the end of your shift you put your scrub in the laundry bin for it to be washed

    • @JaeElle
      @JaeElle 4 года назад +15

      That's pretty cool! Thanks for sharing how that works in Sweden. I think there are a lot of potential solutions to resolve this. None of them involve "meh, let the medical student figure it out" sheesh

    • @KP-se9nf
      @KP-se9nf 4 года назад +6

      I feel like this is the solution to multiple problems just in this one post

    • @Flashygrrl
      @Flashygrrl 4 года назад +8

      @@biancad.4440 I mean...that's basically the medical system here in the US. Do everything to make the money but not have to spend it.

    • @amorin329
      @amorin329 4 года назад +8

      Some hospitals in the US have that system also, but typically not for students.

  • @Elliothyunh
    @Elliothyunh 4 года назад +544

    This man actually practice what he preaches, and that’s actually hard to come by nowadays. All respect to Dr. Mike.

  • @coora360
    @coora360 4 года назад +239

    The fact you’re willing to put aside your own money for doctors and nurses who need scrubs and amazing to me. Thank you for everything you do Dr. Mike!

  • @colincormier19
    @colincormier19 4 года назад +477

    Not in the medical field, but as and activist, when Dr. Mike does something like this, it makes me happy

    • @BastedwithMustard
      @BastedwithMustard 4 года назад

      is a D.O like a P.O?

    • @Nasirrafiq65
      @Nasirrafiq65 4 года назад

      Colin Cormier Can you please explain what scrubs are. Please

    • @lexxxus.crxwnzlexxxus.crxw5990
      @lexxxus.crxwnzlexxxus.crxw5990 4 года назад +2

      @@Nasirrafiq65 scrubs are what medical professionals wear....

    • @barbsunite8652
      @barbsunite8652 4 года назад

      @@Nasirrafiq65 based on looking at their website scrubs are the clothes/uniforms that people in the medical field wear

    • @colincormier19
      @colincormier19 4 года назад

      @@Nasirrafiq65 dr. Mike is literally wearing a pair

  • @anneboleyn3913
    @anneboleyn3913 4 года назад +1790

    as a swedish assistant nurse, having to buy your own scrubs is insane, that is not how we do things at all

    • @ms42662
      @ms42662 4 года назад +134

      Right! Our health system in Australia isn't perfect but we definitely don't make medical students pay for their own scrubs!!!! INSANE

    • @leechowning2712
      @leechowning2712 4 года назад +38

      From Brazil... The idea that hospitals are supposed to be for-profit... I get annoyed at the "medicare for all" because they still don't talk about having medial access. Government paying medical bills works for us in Brazil because SUS stands for 'systema unica d saude'... Not single payer... Single system. 75% of hospitals and clinics belong to the government

    • @MrMattiasHallen
      @MrMattiasHallen 4 года назад +55

      As a Swedish nurse it really baffles me that you have to buy your own scrubs in USA.

    • @SandraBanse
      @SandraBanse 4 года назад +66

      RIGHT? it's with any job (at least how it's supposed to be), if you're required to wear certain clothing, the company you work for should pay for it.

    • @anneboleyn3913
      @anneboleyn3913 4 года назад +6

      @@SandraBanse correct, this should be a given

  • @mamibrain
    @mamibrain 4 года назад +219

    There's something to say about a society where medical professionals need to buy their own scrubs and teachers their own classroom supplies but professional athletes don't buy their own uniforms.

    • @stephgerber9551
      @stephgerber9551 4 года назад +11

      I work at a scrub store part time and as a vet tech full time. There are some companies that pay for employees scrubs but if they don’t whatever you buy if it is required for work you can keep your receipts and write it off on tax’s.

    • @mamibrain
      @mamibrain 4 года назад +12

      @@stephgerber9551 same with the teachers. But I just think it's sad and frankly, pathetic people who wants to work and help others need to save a receipt to get some money back. All while others that DON'T need the money, get things for free.

    • @alexandrias1358
      @alexandrias1358 4 года назад +3

      @@mamibrain And isn't it only deductible if it's higher then your standard deduction? Or is there a separate deduction for work related supplies?

    • @classicambo9781
      @classicambo9781 4 года назад +6

      Yep - thankfully Paramedics get assigned a generous volume of uniform changes and they are laundered by professionals to ensure you don't take home any infectious material here. Anything gets worn out, it is replaced. If you want healthy, well turned out staff that is how you manage it.

    • @snaxicakes
      @snaxicakes 4 года назад

      @@classicambo9781 that's fantastic! Probably something that could be standard for the field?

  • @feitocomfruta
    @feitocomfruta 4 года назад +254

    I had to buy scrubs for my part time job doing mask sterilization. I didn’t realize they cost so much. A basic pair of pants was 50 bucks, and basic top was 25-30 bucks. Y’all, these are uniforms. We shouldn’t be requiring them to be purchased out of pocket.
    My brother works EVS for a hospital and he’s required to wear a specific color and have his embroidered with the hospital name. If you’re requiring that of your employees, find ways to subsidize it.

    • @leilamalkie
      @leilamalkie 4 года назад +13

      Keep the receipt for your taxes

    • @nicoletroje9233
      @nicoletroje9233 4 года назад +18

      Trump made it so u can't write off uniforms

    • @crocheting1
      @crocheting1 4 года назад +6

      I agree they should be provided. They weren't when I worked in medicine at a hospital. It was equally ridiculous when my husband was a LEO and we had to pay for the body armor, uniforms (dry clean only of course, which adds up quickly due to all the fluids and parts they are in contact with daily), safety equipment, etc.

    • @jagerfromgsg945
      @jagerfromgsg945 4 года назад +1

      Especially because it is not like you take care of them and they will last, obviously they can but what if they get blood and stuff on them than cant just wash off and is considered a biohazard.

    • @kasualbeauty309
      @kasualbeauty309 4 года назад +1

      my walmart sells scrubs for like 15 a pair

  • @GamingEmpire520
    @GamingEmpire520 4 года назад +515

    My dude this is awesome. I had no idea that even an issue.
    Figs: “ayo you need scrubs, just post this for us and we-“
    Doctor Mike (shoving figs out of the way): I’LL BUY YOU SCRUBS

    • @Lexinss1
      @Lexinss1 4 года назад +9

      Such dad/ big bro energy

  • @janelybonilla-mendoza7191
    @janelybonilla-mendoza7191 4 года назад +61

    I ordered two Figs scrub tops about two days ago and went to my amazon account with lightening speed in the middle of your video to cancel my order. Thank you for this video and educating me.

  • @laurena2243
    @laurena2243 4 года назад +107

    I am so glad I found this video. I am a nursing student who just got a job as a nursing assistant. I have never bought or owned a pair of scrubs and figs was always being advertised. This video literally stopped me from looking into them. I also didn’t realize how expensive basic, required supplies are until I started nursing school. You would think there would be companies out there that know how empty pocketed students are and sell things we can afford. Thank you Dr. Mike for standing up to big fortune companies and donating your money. You are making more of a difference then they ever will.

    • @sophierobinson2738
      @sophierobinson2738 4 года назад +1

      Lauren A Congratulations on your job! I used to work in a clothing factory. Pay was enough to keep me and my son in an $80/month apartment, having cold cereal for breakfast and bologna sandwiches for supper. My friend sat him for free. The jeans we made sold for $20-50 a pair. So, yeah, they get you going and coming.

  • @ar_m
    @ar_m 4 года назад +734

    In addition to the offensive and degrading ad against women and DOs they still have one up that has a male nurse with the book upside down juxtaposed with a male MD with no book. Just another way to degrade people in healthcare. I'm an RN and I loved the male nurses I worked with. They are just as valuable as female nurses just as female and male doctors (DO and MD) are of equal value in their field. Male and female health professionals are all valuable and make up the great teams that make hospitals and clinics function.

    • @tracywalkerPossumQueen
      @tracywalkerPossumQueen 4 года назад +4

      Thank you for being on the front line!

    • @barbierusso
      @barbierusso 4 года назад

      Sorry but what is a do and an rn?

    • @ar_m
      @ar_m 4 года назад +6

      @@barbierusso DO: doctor of osteopathic medicine, RN: registered nurse. 🙂

    • @barbierusso
      @barbierusso 4 года назад

      @@ar_m thank you!

    • @ar_m
      @ar_m 4 года назад

      @@barbierusso you're welcome 🙂

  • @saniyarathod966
    @saniyarathod966 4 года назад +1070

    He's so upset..he didn't laugh even once..which for some reason makes me sad too :(
    P.S. the vein on his neck later sticks out..which means he's really pissed..we all know that..but still..

    • @Saavycupcake
      @Saavycupcake 4 года назад +26

      Look at you psychoanalyzing. I love it :)

    • @cjgia4898
      @cjgia4898 4 года назад +16

      Are you crushing on Dr. Mike? Jk. Who isn't?

    • @saniyarathod966
      @saniyarathod966 4 года назад +6

      @@cjgia4898 I think we all are till some extent..

    • @fathfez7991
      @fathfez7991 4 года назад +2

      You talk like you're the only one who watch the video 😑 Yeah, we know. We understand English and watch the video too

    • @saniyarathod966
      @saniyarathod966 4 года назад +3

      @@fathfez7991 I just observed him..and idk about you but it just concerns me a lot..I don't know him personally..but still many people share the same feeling...and I just wanted to share my observations..I don't mean to disrespect anyone :)

  • @leo_valdez6026
    @leo_valdez6026 4 года назад +27

    Man this got me all teary eyed, especially when he talked about women shaming and discrimination against DOs

    • @armandomukti
      @armandomukti 4 года назад +2

      I kind of baffled that people actually look down on DO. As far as i know, doesn't DO require more course and training than MD?

  • @fawnsphere
    @fawnsphere 4 года назад +178

    Why did this bring tears to my eyes when he said he was giving 20,000 dollars for students who needed scrubs😭😭 the world doesnt deserve you doctor mike

    • @fathfez7991
      @fathfez7991 4 года назад

      And you're the representation of 'the world'?

    • @SilverSamurai
      @SilverSamurai 4 года назад +7

      @@fathfez7991 And you don't know "figure of speech" when you see one?

    • @fathfez7991
      @fathfez7991 4 года назад

      @@SilverSamurai it's hyperbolic figure of speech, dude you ruined my funn

  • @DrChurpio
    @DrChurpio 4 года назад +282

    As a medical student I must say: I am SO GRATEFUL that we have someone like Dr. Mike to speak up for us. I don't think people fully realize the amount of suffering we medical students go through to become a doctor. No that I fault anyone for the unawareness, it's just nice to see somebody who's on our side and speaks up for us when we can't.

    • @kindnessisalie5411
      @kindnessisalie5411 4 года назад

      As a non medical student, how do you get into med school?

    • @matthewbeland8443
      @matthewbeland8443 4 года назад +1

      I feel the same way. I’m a medical student as well, and I love Dr. Mike for always speaking up for us in a calm and professional way that helps to educate the public on these matters.

    • @matthewbeland8443
      @matthewbeland8443 4 года назад

      @@kindnessisalie5411 do you want the short version or the long version? Lol. And where are you currently in your education/career journey?

    • @kindnessisalie5411
      @kindnessisalie5411 4 года назад +1

      @@matthewbeland8443 A detailed version would be nice xd. Currently applying to universities, but its super competitive.

    • @matthewbeland8443
      @matthewbeland8443 4 года назад +1

      @@kindnessisalie5411 So you’re about to graduate from high school and go into college? Okay, well here’s the general breakdown about the process of getting into Med school.
      1) Bare minimum requirements: prerequisite courses and the MCAT. During your undergraduate education, you need to make sure you take and complete all the courses required for Med school entry (most school require the same courses with some variation. When you get into college/university, your academic advisor can help ensure you take all those classes throughout college). Then, you also need to take the MCAT, which is another standardized test (like SAT and ACT) needed for Med school applications. Of course, it goes without saying that the better your undergrad GPA and MCAT scores are, the better chances you have of being accepted.
      2) Clinical exposure/experience during undergrad. Though not all schools require it, it significantly improves your chances if you have prior experience working in a hospital/clinical setting with other healthcare workers. This can include shadowships, volunteer work, or even paid jobs. (My experiences included shadowing doctors in the Emergency department, and being a medical scribe where I was paid to write the medical notes for a doctor as he saw patients throughout the day). Make sure to plan for that. Sometimes you might need to take a gap year after you graduate college do you have the time to gain that experience (I took a gap year so I could scribe).
      3) Anything extra that makes you stand out. This can include and research projects you did in undergrad, volunteer, job experiences, extracurricular activities, achievements/rewards, etc.
      4) The Medical school Primary application. When you’ve graduated and gathered all that you could from the points I mentioned above, you’ll then create an electronic application packet where you include all of the information above, as well as important documentation, letters of recommendation, and personal statement. This is known as your primary application. You’ll then send this out to all the schools you want to attend.
      5) Secondaries and interview. If you meet the minimum requirements, the Med schools will send you a secondary application to fill out. This usually consists of essay questions about why you want to be a doctor, why this school in particular, what are your strengths/weaknesses, etc. keep in mind that EACH medical school will send you a unique secondary, so often students will be completing on average 20+ secondary applications. If the school likes your answers, they will then send you an interview invite, where they try to get to know you as a person. If the interview goes well and they like you, that’s when you’ll receive an acceptance letter.
      Well, I know that was a long read, but if you got through all of that, I hope it helped explain things a little bit better. One tip I would give if you wish to one day get into Med school, start planning early. A lot of these things I mentioned take time to prepare for, so the sooner you have a plan set (even as yearly as your first year in college) the better and easier your life will be. Again, I hope this helped! Best of luck in your future endeavors!

  • @lorna_alice
    @lorna_alice 4 года назад +246

    I had cateract surgery this afternoon and was supported by Med Students. They were lovely and caring and asked questions about my reasons for being there so young etc (May 2018 I had a detached retina and the cateract is due to that, it always comes up) but also answered my questions. Just a simple appreciation comment for them being wonderful and making me feel comfortable during a strange time. ❤️

  • @kieralovesjoxer123
    @kieralovesjoxer123 4 года назад +15

    The best doctor I have ever had is a DO. One of the most caring and knowledgeable people I have ever met.

  • @xobyfaye9473
    @xobyfaye9473 4 года назад +172

    I am not even a person in the medical field, but damn, this video is able to be translated into so many other fields of profession, it's scary. And also very eye opening. Thank you Dr. Mike

  • @felixkrass900
    @felixkrass900 4 года назад +242

    Not the Hero we deserve, but the Hero we need . Imagine a world without doc mike bringing empowering and such enthusiasm to all of us ♥️

  • @MD-nw3is
    @MD-nw3is 4 года назад +624

    We 👏 stan 👏 for 👏 a 👏 moral 👏 outspoken 👏 king 👏

    • @alaa.mp3
      @alaa.mp3 4 года назад +9

      @@cyrcara5528 dude this is a serious issue and you're promoting your subpar videos on here??? its never a good time to do that but holy shit you really picked an extra wrong time. its inconsiderate and just rude. delete your reply and buy an ad or something.

    • @prexxu5701
      @prexxu5701 4 года назад

      @@alaa.mp3 how what stfu you just gave me a headache trying to read your terrible reply

    • @alaa.mp3
      @alaa.mp3 4 года назад +3

      @@prexxu5701 sad noone will watch your videos so you have to harass people with links hoping they'll accidentally click

    • @prexxu5701
      @prexxu5701 4 года назад

      @@alaa.mp3 you make no sense she was just praising him and you come at her with bs please explain yourself

    • @alaa.mp3
      @alaa.mp3 4 года назад +3

      @@prexxu5701 bruh i wasnt talking about her lmao. my bad there was someone promoting their video in her replies. he apparently deleted it lmao.

  • @adriennemurphy7080
    @adriennemurphy7080 4 года назад +12

    Can't support/like this enough. Love what you stand for in the medical field and the light you shine on the hardships of nurses, MA, and office staff.

  • @ramonr3921
    @ramonr3921 4 года назад +74

    As a partner of a DO female resident, thank you for standing up for the medical community. Your gesture was definitely noticed and this video deserves to be trending just as much as figs deserves what's coming for them. My partner will not be filling out this form as we believe other people have a greater need for scrubs, but we admire your generosity while standing up for all of us.

  • @MN-nj5xb
    @MN-nj5xb 4 года назад +619

    I'm not a medical student and I'm highly offended by this picture. It's not just offensive to doctors, it's offensive to working women.

    • @nkirukalazz-onyenobi36
      @nkirukalazz-onyenobi36 4 года назад +7

      Hear, hear!

    • @butter7790
      @butter7790 4 года назад +6

      And then we are supposed to "laugh it off" cause it's BlAcK HuMoR

    • @lucienicole4000
      @lucienicole4000 4 года назад +4

      @@butter7790 do you mean "dark" ? I'm not a native English speaker, but you mean "black" like related to black people, or "dark", like "sarcastic/ironic" kind of humor ?

    • @ana-ix9bs
      @ana-ix9bs 4 года назад +4

      @@lucienicole4000 "dark" as in like an ironic humor way :)

    • @lucienicole4000
      @lucienicole4000 4 года назад +1

      @@ana-ix9bs I also think that is what this person meant, but I did not want to assume it, and not asking first ^^' ( Because it clearly has a different meaning)

  • @pippapotamus18
    @pippapotamus18 4 года назад +1138

    Thanks, Dr. Mike for giving out free scrubs! I filled out the form for my boyfriend. My boyfriend is an MS2 and money has been a bit tighter since COVID. He only has two pairs of scrubs and one of them is a hand me down that was tainted with MS1 anatomy (I don't know if we will ever get that smell out-- they live in a bag in the trunk of his car). He starts rotating in April and I think he could do with another pair of scrubs or two (I have plans to order him some for Christmas as well) so we aren't doing laundry every day.

    • @kristamarsh7212
      @kristamarsh7212 4 года назад +9

      How much are a pair of scrubs?

    • @JaeElle
      @JaeElle 4 года назад +13

      @@kristamarsh7212 I was wondering that too. I buy at business, government, estate etc auctions, looking for stuff to restore and sell, sometimes tho I come across returns from Amazon, new but didn't fit so they are returned. I always grab those to give away. I'm around medical a lot because of my condition, so I've not bought new new before. I searched Amazon and scrolled thru reviews, my guess is $25 for cheap ones, some nice looking ones that look like they would be comfortable and not derpy are $50.
      I did see Figs was at the top, they pay to get a banner promotion as well as priority on search results. They seem to be about $50 range too. Hmm, you can make videos about the products, like a video review... that's interesting. I wonder if people would like to know more about that company's ethical practices.

    • @kristamarsh7212
      @kristamarsh7212 4 года назад +3

      @@JaeElle I was wondering as Pippapotamus shared a very compelling story, and I would like to help get the boyfriend a set of scrubs.

    • @hgib3
      @hgib3 4 года назад +12

      I do not know where you live but another option to acquiring more scrubs may be to join a local "Buy Nothing" group through Facebook (I hate promoting FB). You can put out a request for whatever size he needs when you find your local group. I have also seen many scrubs at my local thrift stores for as low as $.99 per item on Sundays and Mondays when the Goodwill has that color tag on sale. I am just trying to help you save money and think outside of the box of traditional means of acquiring some much needed clothing. I do not sew but would seriously consider doing so if someone close to me did need them. There are patterns out there for almost anything. Thank God for health care workers!

    • @cassandracarr7861
      @cassandracarr7861 4 года назад +28

      @@kristamarsh7212 Hello, I live in Canada, a pair of scrub pants are between $20- $50 and the tops are normally $20-$40 and those are the cheap ones. If you want a quality pair you're looking at $100-$200

  • @debbiebaxter981
    @debbiebaxter981 Год назад +2

    We need more advocates like Dr Mike who aren't afraid to "speak up and speak out" on pressing issues in health care. Believe you me I've seen plenty as I start my 54 yr of nursing this July! and still have the passion and the calling! Stay united you health care workers out there, I've seen the changes over the yrs and not sure what direction it's going to but thankful for what I've experienced and still having fun!

  • @lauradavis78
    @lauradavis78 4 года назад +943

    I’ve bought FIGS before, but didn’t know about these practices or this particular add campaign. They’ll do fine without me, but maybe not without the whole Dr. Mike audience.

    • @GoVocaloider
      @GoVocaloider 4 года назад +30

      The audience is made up of caring individual medical professionals/students like you. Every single one counts. Thank you for your hard work!

    • @kim7990
      @kim7990 4 года назад +1

      I'm so sorry... I'm not focusing, I thought your neck is so long 🙈 forgive me hehe

    • @beastofbussycreek
      @beastofbussycreek 4 года назад +10

      Their price had originally been what kept me away from them because they're so so expensive, but the sexist ad was where I drew the line. Don't care about the quality, that ad is inexcusable

  • @ciderxera4963
    @ciderxera4963 4 года назад +423

    I'm currently a nursing student and a single mom, so to say I'm broke is an understatement. I just wanted to say thank you, even if I don't get scrubs, I'm happy knowing someone else will. I can barely afford 25$ scrub sets. Why people would buy figs is honestly beyond me. They're wayyy too expensive

    • @itstherugbys
      @itstherugbys 4 года назад +24

      Look into Mandala scrubs. I buy their masks which are great quality. Their scrubs are pretty cheap, and they show you the “true cost” to make them vs what you pay

    • @nissanjuke2013
      @nissanjuke2013 4 года назад +18

      Try goodwill or other thrift shops. My parents are nurses and we're pretty poor so when they need new scrubs we go there and it's super cheap

    • @Rock_star1620
      @Rock_star1620 4 года назад

      You’ll understand when you have an income again.

    • @rachelestrada8901
      @rachelestrada8901 4 года назад +7

      I used to buy my scrubs for a home health job from Walmart, and honestly they were really comfortable and had great pockets. Goodwill and Salvation Army are also great places to check for secondhand scrubs.

    • @tluz7059
      @tluz7059 4 года назад +26

      What size do you need? I have some new unused scrubs a few M and L from when I was in nursing school I will gladly ship you some if you’d like.

  • @starlightsall
    @starlightsall 4 года назад +780

    Imagine if the greedy, biased jerks who make these adverts had a life-threatening medical emergency at the beach. And the only doctor around was a female D.O. in a bikini. Would they refuse treatment? We all know the answer is a resounding *no.* In such a situation, they'd give anything to get the female D.O. doctor's help. Because deep down, they know very well that she's a fully qualified professional who can save their lives. And that's why sexist people are hypocrites.
    Dr Mike, thank you for covering this topic, and for all the good that you do.

    • @ta-yd8wf
      @ta-yd8wf 4 года назад +5

      lumos 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

    • @TheEvilCommenter
      @TheEvilCommenter 4 года назад +12

      If anything in that situation I'd perfer a female D.O. in a bikini 🤷🏽‍♂️

    • @ohyeahyeahimasian392
      @ohyeahyeahimasian392 4 года назад +17

      @@TheEvilCommenter chad move right here

    • @fwepbwep5752
      @fwepbwep5752 4 года назад +4

      with the behavior they have, the question to "would they refuse treatment" would probably be a yes

    • @starlightsall
      @starlightsall 4 года назад +4

      ​@@fwepbwep5752 Don't think so, in a life or death emergency, fear of death outweighs greed, bias, and malice.

  • @OhheyitsReeislife21
    @OhheyitsReeislife21 4 года назад +11

    I am not even in the medical field but I do appreciate you taking the time to do this for people who are less fortunate. Thank you!

  • @tonitalks
    @tonitalks 4 года назад +230

    as a medic i’m extremely happy to see Dr Mike talking about Figs’ sketchiness. as a medical student it is sooooo easy to be taken advantage of in soooo many ways so its nice to see a big medfluencer talking about this sort of thing 👏🏾

  • @ellieb1975
    @ellieb1975 4 года назад +674

    What actually shocks is that in the US people have to buy their scrubs themselves😳 in switzerland there is usually a room beside the changing room where there are scrubs in all sizes. You take one, use them and at the end of the day put them in a bin and there are people who wash all the scrubs in strict hygiene conditions and then put them back in the room. Its for everyone: drs, nurses, therapists, etc.
    But if thats the way it is in the US I think its really great what you‘re doing dr mike!

    • @monicabenjamin2897
      @monicabenjamin2897 4 года назад +47

      We have that too but specifically for surgical scrubs, sometimes there will be one you can get for other purposes too but most non-surgical employees wear their own

    • @thatoneguy-zv8fy
      @thatoneguy-zv8fy 4 года назад +17

      Yeah when I had my rotation in periop, the OR had clean scrubs that you would use then return after you were done for the day.

    • @crimson_auror
      @crimson_auror 4 года назад +25

      It depends on what you need the scrubs for. If it’s needed for sterile procedures and such they are provided. Idk I prefer to buy and keep my own scrubs so I have control over how they’re washed.

    • @JaimeDornanLady
      @JaimeDornanLady 4 года назад +15

      That usually is only for OR & L&D sterile areas, or med. students that they are checked out to every day. The worst part of that is coming in & discovering there aren’t any available in your size! Then what do you do?! Have usually had to go up a size or two & pray someone has some safety pins to pin them with, and/or find a pair of pants with a tie waist so I can tighten them up enough so they don’t fall down. Can be very tricky at times, esp. if the sizes remaining are smaller, then they won’t fit.

    • @zuppilup
      @zuppilup 4 года назад +12

      @@JaimeDornanLady it's the same here in germany. Sometimes sizes were out of stock, but generally it was enough. We just had a lot I guess? There was one shift though where I had to go up 3 sizes in trousers and 3 in my shirt xD
      The trousers we had were with an elastic waist and a lace too, so even the huge trousers were very adaptable and didn't slide down.

  • @FoolishBalloon
    @FoolishBalloon 4 года назад +143

    I'm a medical student in Sweden, and while our hospitals provide us with the scrubs we need (and wash them etc) I really appreciate this gesture of yours. It's not easy being a medical student here, and I reckon it's even rougher in the States. Kudos to you!

    • @MissCaraMint
      @MissCaraMint 4 года назад +4

      As a nursing student we need a pair of scrubs for the training facility, but in Norway that was provided by the Nurses Union when we joined. Protect unions so they can protect you.

    • @FoolishBalloon
      @FoolishBalloon 4 года назад

      @@MissCaraMint Our training facilities also provide us with scrubs :)

  • @Simply_Feefe
    @Simply_Feefe 3 года назад +1

    Phenomenal Dr.Mike! You’ll be increasingly blessed for being a blessing. Thank you for supporting women in healthcare. We need more of this!

  • @deb3269
    @deb3269 4 года назад +94

    As a female IMG who wants to do residency in the states the way you talked about female doctors made me tear up a bit. Thank you for being so positive and supportive!

    • @camilam9544
      @camilam9544 4 года назад

      Same here!👍🏼

    • @deb3269
      @deb3269 4 года назад +1

      @@camilam9544 we've got this girl 👐

    • @camilam9544
      @camilam9544 4 года назад

      @@deb3269 💪🏼💪🏼

  • @PinkLoveBeauty12
    @PinkLoveBeauty12 4 года назад +86

    Some of us are actually struggling and I have never bought Figs due to the price alone. $50 or more for just pants or just a top is astronomical. Thank you for speaking out and keeping your morals intact. We stan.

  • @carlymcdermott6904
    @carlymcdermott6904 4 года назад +356

    The advertisement of the female doctor in pink scrubs was disgusting. As women we are constantly having to prove ourselves in the work place that we are more than competent and not that Figs advertisement, especially in male dominated medical specialities. The perpetuation of "women are stupid" and taking advantage of students that are heavily indebted is appalling. This advertisement and their whole philosophy only aims to line their pockets and does not help the people they "claim" to be making these products for. Thank you for your support and bringing attention to this issue. You're our healthcare hero too! ❤

    • @ItsAsparageese
      @ItsAsparageese 4 года назад +11

      For real, the ad was appalling. I'm shocked at other comment subthreads here where people are defending the company on the grounds that they're pro-BLM. That's all well and good, totally, but I bet if the woman in the ad were also black, those commenters would be singing a different tune. Anyone with any sense should care about how this ad attacks women and DOs in general, there's nothing okay about it. Even with a male and no particular specialty named, it'd be a tacky and condescending and tone-deaf ad.

    • @birdyfeederz7940
      @birdyfeederz7940 4 года назад

      Are there other ads with men in the same pose (in blue, reading a gynecology book upside down)? They may just be ill advised, and not specifically sexist? Not defending, just trying to get some context

    • @ttmike42
      @ttmike42 4 года назад

      You have to prove yourself because deep down even you knoq that women belong at home with children.

    • @carlymcdermott6904
      @carlymcdermott6904 4 года назад +6

      @@birdyfeederz7940 There was no male equivalent that I could see. But even if there was a male alternative of that nature, that also reinforces the narrative that male doctors are not good gynaecologists simply because they are male and do not possess female genitalia? I've seen and heard that stereotype in play too. Both of those scenarios are sexist to both genders, and both wrong. The figs ad just furthers damaging stereotypes in the medical field which we all try so hard to reduce. I hope that's given some more context 😊

    • @cyrcara5528
      @cyrcara5528 4 года назад

      ruclips.net/video/3BjKitTOX0g/видео.html

  • @theyseestacey
    @theyseestacey 3 года назад +9

    I'm a newer fan, and wow, I didn't think I could love you or your mission more than I do now. I see this and how passionate you are for medical professionals and their well-beings; I'm so thankful for you (on behalf of my mother who is a retired RN). Thank you for being you, Dr. Mike...and thank you to your team for doing this with you behind the scenes. They are not forgotten either. Much, much love to you all!

  • @1Example-official
    @1Example-official 4 года назад +114

    Starting a campaign where people could donate would also be nice. Looking forward to that and thanks for trying to make the world a better place. ✌🏻

  • @sleepy_sensei3913
    @sleepy_sensei3913 4 года назад +124

    When Dr Mike gets angry, it is a glorious thing. Because he never loses his temper. But when he does, he has good reason. He stands up for what he believes in, and never bows down. I respect the hell out of him.
    I'm not a US citizen, nor am I pursuing studies there. I am not pursuing medicine, either... But his integrity and work ethic is something I truly respect.

  • @misbhaanjum8002
    @misbhaanjum8002 4 года назад +42

    This is an incredible gesture (I really appreciate as a first-year med-school student), and the best part about it, you're not recording the reaction/receiving/giving of these to eventually make it into a click-bate video. It's a good deed just to be a good deed. Thank you! I'm fortunate enough to not have to do this, but I really hope that people do not take advantage of you and they allow people who are really in need to get a free pair of good scrubs.

  • @airXdozer
    @airXdozer 4 года назад +8

    Dr. Mike! Thank you for the free scrubs! As a healthcare worker in MN, we are currently seeing our surge of COVID patients. I truly appreciate your generosity and continuous work to educate the public on the pandemic. Thank you!!!

  • @Nirer
    @Nirer 4 года назад +290

    As an Israeli medical student, who has 0 cash to spare - I SALUTE YOU AND YOUR CAUSE. Amazing video, you are a hero!

    • @idolevin8795
      @idolevin8795 4 года назад +2

      שאלה: שכר הלימוד גבוה בהשוואה לתארים אחרים?

    • @Jennaw95
      @Jennaw95 4 года назад +4

      כל הכבוד! גם אני גרה בארץ :)

    • @Nirer
      @Nirer 4 года назад

      @@yaelhochstein6948
      מסלול 4 שנתי?
      תל אביב או בר אילן?

    • @Nirer
      @Nirer 4 года назад

      @@idolevin8795
      יש לי גם תואר בביולוגיה.
      השכר בערך אותו דבר, אולי תוספת של 1,000 שקל.

  • @alexisforbes5171
    @alexisforbes5171 4 года назад +192

    I'm crying this means so much im a respiratory therapist its been overwhelming I filled out the form...im truly grateful 🙏

    • @Renaissance0kid
      @Renaissance0kid 4 года назад +4

      Great way to start respiratory therapy week soon!

    • @tranlenamphuong6192
      @tranlenamphuong6192 4 года назад +8

      I hope you can make it through and reach the profession that you desire. Thank you for making our society a healthier place.

    • @rjkbuny
      @rjkbuny 4 года назад +14

      Thank you for holding down the fort for all of us. I am sick and tired of ppl who aren't in the medical field talk about "pandemic fatigue". Can't get a haircut or go party? Suck it up!! There r ppl in healthcare who haven't hugged their kids in 6mo bc of your wrecklessness!!

    • @Sarah-tw4yv
      @Sarah-tw4yv 4 года назад +1

      Thank you so much for what you do! You make the world a better place. We see you and we appreciate you.

    • @Gbyinuygirl
      @Gbyinuygirl 4 года назад +1

      💛💛💛💛

  • @alliefritz2008
    @alliefritz2008 4 года назад +54

    As a female teenager in this day and age, I feel great appreciation towards adults like you. Even though I have nothing to do with the medical world it feels good to know that adults who have influence will take things into their own hands with issues that may not even directly affect them.

  • @ohheyitsanna
    @ohheyitsanna 4 года назад +6

    Wow this was perfectly said, no cussing, no bad words but simply class! I am so thankful we have doctors like you who motivate EVERYONE in healthcare not just a certain title

  • @xandertf44
    @xandertf44 4 года назад +39

    My mom went to nursing school at the age of 40 and i remember how proud i was of her when she graduated.. i support anyone who goes into healthcare!!! God bless you all

  • @moulimasadhukhan335
    @moulimasadhukhan335 4 года назад +43

    Dr. Mike, I just had to tell you how proud the whole medical fraternity is of you.I am myself a mbbs final year student from India. Its just so good to see people like you using their power and reach to bring about such positive influences in this world. Am so so proud of you , senior.

  • @annalazarson3378
    @annalazarson3378 4 года назад +94

    I’m currently in nursing school and I was going to buy a pair of fig! I’m so glad I was able to see this!

    • @kj3660
      @kj3660 4 года назад +1

      Good luck with nursing school!!

  • @gracebonifabulous
    @gracebonifabulous 4 года назад +1

    You're nice. I'm not a medical professional of any shape or form, but it's wonderful to see someone care so much.

  • @ashherndon8689
    @ashherndon8689 4 года назад +208

    I’ve never owned a pair of Figs scrubs because they aren’t very size inclusive and that’s always upset me, but I think this post is insane!

    • @saseeke
      @saseeke 4 года назад +10

      Yeah my thighs and my wallet said no ma’am.

    • @amymckay23
      @amymckay23 4 года назад +5

      I didn’t look on their website but when I went to their Instagram, it didn’t look as though they were size inclusive. My dad is 150kg and the best nurse I know. Size doesn’t matter.

    • @213243D
      @213243D 4 года назад +2

      Just wondering?? How expensive are they? Scrubs where I live are like 20$-30$??

    • @ashherndon8689
      @ashherndon8689 4 года назад +2

      Amelia Díaz Cortez Figs run about $40-$50 most of the time

    • @213243D
      @213243D 4 года назад +2

      @@ashherndon8689 I just checked de figs website and they sell the top and the pants separately for 38$ each... idk why anyone would buy them.

  • @ellieblake8917
    @ellieblake8917 4 года назад +303

    I'm a female student currently studying to be a nurse, and honestly ads like that are just sickening
    It's hard to learn to be a medical professional it's hard to get through all this and I'm still just starting out on my journey
    Screw that. Screw it so bad

    • @JaimeDornanLady
      @JaimeDornanLady 4 года назад +4

      And it gets harder to stay in it! Wait til you’ve been in it 30 years and are put down because of your age instead of being valued for your experience! Best of luck!

    • @Belibra14
      @Belibra14 4 года назад +2

      @@JaimeDornanLady welcome to every career...

    • @OlenKukat
      @OlenKukat 4 года назад

      You can do it!!! Keep going!! I am student too, but for Sonography. That’s really difficult also, but I’m nearing the end! Stay encouraged and motivated. You can do it!!

    • @mattmagic12
      @mattmagic12 4 года назад

      I completly agree with you and I am also trying to be come a nurse im a CNA rn

  • @mircat28
    @mircat28 4 года назад +835

    Why don't you start a Go-Fund Me and we could all throw in a few bucks to help our medical people get scrubs?! It's the least we could do for them.

    • @missm2925
      @missm2925 4 года назад +32

      GoFundMe takes a lot of the profit from fundraisers

    • @janehoe.
      @janehoe. 4 года назад +13

      He could start a fund unrelated to GFM

    • @branfordfamilies8282
      @branfordfamilies8282 4 года назад +8

      This needs more likes 👏🏻

    • @alexandrias1358
      @alexandrias1358 4 года назад +38

      @@missm2925 2.9% and .30 cents per donation. It's not that much. Ruining and maintaining a website is time consuming and expensive. It's a lot of work. Not to mention buying the domain. Coding,cyber security,monitoring to prevent fraudulent campaigns,managing the financial aspect to get the money where it is going,hiring people to put in the work 24/7,it's actually not that much when you factor the costs on their end in for employees,hardware,software... I think Go Fund Me is an outstanding platform!

    • @mynamesnotimportant6941
      @mynamesnotimportant6941 4 года назад +2

      @@alexandrias1358 I thought it was something like 30% they took

  • @EmiliaOliveira-l9s
    @EmiliaOliveira-l9s 16 часов назад

    Dr. Mike, please continue to post your videos to enlighten people in certain situations who are unable to get answers from some health professionals. ❤

  • @Mylegiscaughtinashackle
    @Mylegiscaughtinashackle 4 года назад +55

    Whats not to love about Dr. Mike? He's a solid guy, wicked smart, and gives a damn.

  • @2katkitty
    @2katkitty 4 года назад +295

    I’m not a health professional, but as woman who happens to be a chemist AND who happens to have a DO as her PCP, this ad is offensive on so many levels. How did this even get out of a planning meeting?!? Thank you Dr. Mike for taking care of those who need work clothing so they don’t have to deal with this despicable company.

    • @RoyalReyna
      @RoyalReyna 4 года назад +1

      What is PCP?

    • @stationeryboo
      @stationeryboo 4 года назад +5

      @@RoyalReyna primary care physician

    • @RoyalReyna
      @RoyalReyna 4 года назад +1

      @@stationeryboo Oh right. Idk why I didn't remember that. Thanks

    • @emo-slime-mold
      @emo-slime-mold 4 года назад +2

      I left this comment above-check out Petter Coffin’s series “adversaries”. Marketing departments do this on purpose to generate free publicity, then walk it back and apologize. So many people probably see ads before they get published that it’s obviously intentional. Great channel to check out!

    • @ttmike42
      @ttmike42 4 года назад

      You're the reason I only see white male physicians.

  • @LexAnnalyn
    @LexAnnalyn 4 года назад +410

    I'm noticing a trend: You don't get too visually angry when it could mean patients are too offended to hear potentially life-saving information (like about vaccines). But when someone comes for your colleagues? Hoh boy. And then you do something productive with that anger and buy people scrubs. Seems like a good direction to go if you're going to get angry. ^_^

    • @nikwalters1029
      @nikwalters1029 4 года назад +11

      Wish more people would follow his example.

    • @evaisabelferrerhampl174
      @evaisabelferrerhampl174 4 года назад +9

      He made a great video about the anti vaxers. I don't think getting angry and yelling to an anti vaxer would make them change their mind, and the video he made has really great explanation about the matter =)

    • @allisonavery7273
      @allisonavery7273 4 года назад

      Bump

    • @amandad858
      @amandad858 4 года назад +1

      Patient autonomy trumps all. Getting angry at a patient does not help the situation and isn’t the right move as a physician. Instead, the route is to elicit more information about their perspective by asking open ended questions. No doctor can force a patient to agree with anything. The patient is ultimately in control of their body and their decisions.

  • @tamaramanoli4672
    @tamaramanoli4672 4 года назад +1

    Nothing like Dr. mike advocating for the little guys! Your such an inspiration. Thank you for defending our jobs and making medicine fun!

  • @Samamy-bk6lt
    @Samamy-bk6lt 4 года назад +123

    As someone who is soon going into medical school, I appreciate this - i don’t need scrubs yet so I’m going to leave them to those who do, but thank you Dr Mike

  • @OliviaEbere
    @OliviaEbere 4 года назад +69

    This is so disappointing. I remember when I was applying to med school. I proposefully didn’t go the DO route because I’m a black woman. I knew I’d have to deal with being a black female physician and didn’t want to deal with people looking down on me because I’m DO as well. So I went with MD even though I loved the DO way of practicing medicine. We truly need to change the entire medical world.

    • @OliviaEbere
      @OliviaEbere 4 года назад +5

      @@annaanand628 I'm praying for you, sis! You got this! Don't let anyone deter you like they did to me haha If DO is your calling, become a DO! DO's are some of the best doctors I've ever had and I still miss my old OBGYN who was a DO :(

    • @aziouss2863
      @aziouss2863 4 года назад

      @@OliviaEbere do you mind explaining the whole do and md thing to a non american ?
      Regardess even tho i dont understand the difference the fact that ppl would make fun of you for having a certain skin color and being in one or the other is Wrong.

  • @user-bl8eo9yf4q
    @user-bl8eo9yf4q 4 года назад +26

    I’m a nursing student and all I hear w my cohort is “I just can’t wait to get figs after grad”. I always felt off about them so THANK you for making this video and THANK YOU for being generous to buy $20,000 for those who need it most

  • @charlesas23
    @charlesas23 4 года назад +6

    Dr. Mike, Not all viewers understand the medical community and have no idea about Figs. This came off as a personal rant and I think a bit more of setup here would have added value and viewer buy-in. That said, your intentions here appeared to be sincere, so for that, well done! Your willingness to help struggling colleagues is definitely respectable and empathetic.

  • @MrGamegeek55
    @MrGamegeek55 4 года назад +126

    Influencers need to realize that companies don't validate you with deals. You're validating them.

  • @gileskagarcia-gonzalez2430
    @gileskagarcia-gonzalez2430 4 года назад +74

    Love this! You’re an amazing human being. Truly a gift and a light in these dark times.

    • @cyrcara5528
      @cyrcara5528 4 года назад

      ruclips.net/video/3-cXtA7fhKc/видео.html

  • @sarahgoodman8456
    @sarahgoodman8456 4 года назад +30

    Dr. Mike is literally the loving, powerful advocate every person/medical cause needs! This video is such a boost to me going into my first RN job as a young woman❣️ bless you!!

  • @haloultra
    @haloultra 4 года назад +8

    My father is a DO and just retired from 38 years in medicine! I am so proud to have a DO in my family! Still have 2 semesters left of my undergrad but I'm hoping to get into the same Osteopathic Med school as my dad.

  • @hermionegranger1096
    @hermionegranger1096 4 года назад +32

    as a medical student whose drowning in debt, I truly appreciate that ur doing this Dr. Mike. Medical school has been hell, but I know it'll be worth it to save one life at a time :)

  • @chiamakaanyanwu5125
    @chiamakaanyanwu5125 4 года назад +35

    I was literally just looking at Figs looking for scrub pants and was baffled that the prices were practically the same as other clothing brands like Gymshark or even lululemon. As a nursing student in my last year and working per diem, scrubs are a staple and financially add up. The amount of money nursing students, any medical student, spend to fund their education and other finances is insane; so thank you Dr. Mike for speaking up for us and being a role model for future healthcare workers💛

    • @1SavageQueen89
      @1SavageQueen89 4 года назад +1

      Jaanuu is a great brand that lasts long and are great quality 😊best of luck in the field, we need more nurses. Also try Uworld for NCLEX studies, it’s a great study tool!

  • @AllysonRR
    @AllysonRR 4 года назад +621

    For people who don’t wanna use the link because the can afford it: TJ MAXX has GREAT brands and really good prices. I bought a pair (shirt and pants) of Gray’s Anatomy and it was 18-22 dollars! I know is not free but we should leave what Mike’s donating for people who actually need it💕

    • @sammypagano1576
      @sammypagano1576 4 года назад +7

      Good to know!

    • @hummingmostbird
      @hummingmostbird 4 года назад +26

      Kohl's also has scrubs and lab coats as well

    • @gemma8869
      @gemma8869 4 года назад +19

      The Adar ones on amazon are also super reasonable for a set it was £20 ❤️ So comfy and loads of different colours! I’m not in the US so it’s a bit harder to find scrubs unless your hospital gives them out where I am

    • @AllysonRR
      @AllysonRR 4 года назад +1

      @ItsMoenisha notMoesha You're welcome!!! So glad you found it

    • @JaeElle
      @JaeElle 4 года назад +7

      I was looking through Amazon and I'm sure everyone knows they have scrubs there lol, but if you go to the Amazon warehouse section it's where items are sold that had to be repackaged, that got dinged up at the warehouse etc. I purchase from the warehouse section constantly. It's always been accurately marked "like new" or "item not in original packaging" or "some minor scratch, mark on item". Since it's for Amazon to sell imperfect things from the warehouse it means all brands are there. I save searches for certain items and get notifications when something new pops up. Maybe useful for some of you. Might even have some super nice scrubs pop up there that are usually too expensive to justify.
      I use it for my "work" stuff (I work from home but it counts!), personal stuff, even *gasp* gifts. I know, embarrassing. I'm sure it's a faux pas but often I'm able to get something upgraded in fancy from what I could get new. Basically it let's you afford those fancy pants lol
      They can still be returned, I've not had any issues using them yet.

  • @tylercordell577
    @tylercordell577 4 года назад

    Your a beautiful soul... not only that you getting mad shows people and everyone that your just as human as the next person and I personally love how passionate that you are.

  • @bean_bttf3
    @bean_bttf3 4 года назад +133

    I don’t usually share videos, but this really affected me. As someone who’s mother is an RN and works with people who had advanced stages of Alzheimer’s and other Dementias, I’ve heard the struggles. And especially so now with the pandemic. I shared this video, and I’m proud. And to any medical professionals who read this, thank you so much for your service. I really appreciate what you do 🧸

    • @bluecat4148
      @bluecat4148 4 года назад +1

      My mom is an RN too!

    • @bean_bttf3
      @bean_bttf3 4 года назад

      @@bluecat4148 Oh that’s cool! :D

    • @bluecat4148
      @bluecat4148 4 года назад +1

      @@bean_bttf3 Yeah! :P

    • @bean_bttf3
      @bean_bttf3 4 года назад

      @@bluecat4148 Well thanks for your replies, you seem quite nice 🙂

    • @bluecat4148
      @bluecat4148 4 года назад +1

      @@bean_bttf3 Thank you! You seem like a pretty nice person as well!

  • @UnknownGamer-tu3ol
    @UnknownGamer-tu3ol 4 года назад +728

    Don’t just get scrubs because you want them, they are for doctors that can’t get any, please be responsible and do the right thing.

    • @nicolepaulk3537
      @nicolepaulk3537 4 года назад +132

      And nurses and cnas. Housekeepers and dietary. Orderlies and in home care givers. Activities directors and anyone else who is in job that requires them

    • @UnknownGamer-tu3ol
      @UnknownGamer-tu3ol 4 года назад +7

      Yeah that too

    • @jamjamb123
      @jamjamb123 4 года назад +15

      Not just doctors , to be honest they can get them easily ! It’s for the nurses struggling, and even the cna and gna that are completely overlooked and underpaid , and have so much knowledge but maybe didn’t have enough money for school to future their education

    • @Keepinitreal55
      @Keepinitreal55 4 года назад +3

      @@nicolepaulk3537 I work in a hospital and haven't seen those groups you mentioned in scrubs, they have their own uniform.

    • @JaimeDornanLady
      @JaimeDornanLady 4 года назад +13

      Not just doctors! They usually get issued them from their med. school/hospital for residents! Nurses, CNA’s, RT/PT/OT, radiation techs, lab techs all are in need of them & we all usually are required to buy our own!

  • @uschip.6246
    @uschip.6246 4 года назад +29

    I can't do more than repeat myself: I absolutely respect and admire your ethics. You are an amazing human being and thank you for standing up for others. You bring so much light into those dark times.
    And also thank you for providing scrubs to those who need.
    Send a lot of love.
    Peace and Love ✌🏽❤️

  • @bethroesch2156
    @bethroesch2156 4 года назад +4

    👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 I have always taught my children to "know your own value and never put yourself on sale". Medical professionals are not always given the respect and consideration they deserve, especially in the past year. The last couple of years my grandson's health has required us to have extensive experience with the local children's hospital and I noticed that his health care was totally a team effort. I've never experienced that at local hospitals but this was the best, coolest experience bc it really is a team effort and I appreciate everyone from the nurses to the brain surgeon to the new medical students who were in the PICU for the first time. You're all heros and deserve to be respected and not taken advantage of.
    Know your worth👍🏼