42 Unique Graduation Gifts for Doctors That They'll Truly Appreciate
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If you’re close to a soon-to-be doctor graduating from medical school, you’ve likely witnessed years' worth of dedication. Rigorous coursework, late-night study sessions, and challenging internships are just a few of the hurdles they’ve had to overcome to earn their degree. Given all the sacrifices they’ve made while in school, they deserve to be celebrated with a festive graduation party and the best doctor graduation gifts.
To help you with that second part, we’ve rounded up popular, recommended medical school graduation gift ideas specifically for doctors, as well as presents that any graduate is sure to appreciate. This list includes gift suggestions ranging from practical and professional options to those that are more sentimental and personalized. If you’re more distantly connected to the 2024 graduate or want to purchase something they’ll definitely use at work, you’ll find foolproof gifts like doctor-recommended compression socks, white coats, scrubs, and other daily essentials. If you prefer a more lighthearted approach, there are also funny options like wine glasses and humorous medical accessories. Additionally, since it's no secret that being a doctor is an incredibly stressful job, we've included plenty of self-care gifts for their relaxation and overall wellness.
Got more graduates on your shopping list? We've got plenty of gift ideas for nursing graduates, law school graduation gifts, Christian graduation gifts, and overall graduation gifts that are cheap but thoughtful.
Leather Portfolio
This vegan leather portfolio can be personalized with their name and medicine specialization or with a message of congratulations inside. It's the perfect way for them to take notes and stay organized at work, and prices range from only $21 to $55 depending on how you choose to customize it for the recipient.
Leather Portfolio
etsy.com
$21.00
MadeOneForYouStethoscope Personalized Name Tag
This delicate charm is hand-stamped and can be customized with her name, plus their birthstone or birth flower. It slides easily onto a stethoscope, so they'll always have your gift nearby at work.
Stethoscope Personalized Name Tag
etsy.com
$27.50
DesignerNameJewelryWhite Noise Sound Machine
With an already difficult sleep schedule, it's essential for doctors to get the best rest possible when they're able to snooze. This soothing sound machine has 46,000+ five-star reviews and is designed to help easily disrupted sleepers stay asleep for longer periods.
White Noise Sound Machine
amazon.com
$21.94
HomedicsUltimate Strength Hand Salve
It's common for people who work in medicine to have dry hands due to frequent washing. A heavy-duty hand salve like this one, which contains Shea Butter, Avocado Oil and Sesame Seed Oil, is sure to be appreciated since it will keep their hands moisturized throughout the work day.
Ultimate Strength Hand Salve
Kiehl's
$33.00
Kiehl'sPixel Watch 2
If you're a parent looking to splurge on a med school graduation gift, a Pixel Watch is a generous gift they'll get lots of use out of. Like other smartwatches, it can track how many steps they're taking as they dash around the hospital. It also has advanced health sensors that doctors will appreciate for tracking heart rate, skin temperature, and stress management.
Pixel Watch 2
amazon.com
$346.97
GoogleGlass Office Name Plate
This elegant name plate is made from heavyweight beveled glass and can be personalized with their name, practice, and a font of your choice. The Etsy seller will also package it for you in a gift box with a satin insert to make it feel even more luxe for the recipient.
Glass Office Name Plate
Etsy
$39.99
PinkPosiesandPearls"You Got This" Bracelet
If and when things get challenging at work, this motivational bracelet will remind them of your constant support. You can purchase one standalone bracelet or multiple bracelets to stack different messages like "Believe," "Be Kind," "Keep Going," or other custom phrasing of your choice.
"You Got This" Bracelet
Little Words Project
$25.00
Little Words ProjectHardy Houseplants Duo
Brighten up their office with some low-maintenance greenery from The Sill. This plant set includes a Parlor Palm and a Snake Plant, both of which offer tall, unique silhouettes that make them ideal for upgrading even the most clinical spaces.
Hardy Houseplants Duo
The Sill
$114.00
The SillMen's Better Sweater® 1/4-Zip Fleece
Many doctors agree that Patagonia fleeces are unofficially part of the doctors' uniform, so he'll love having one to wear to work or at home. This one comes in a variety of colors and sizes and is made from 100% recycled polyester in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory.
Men's Better Sweater® 1/4-Zip Fleece
Patagonia
$139.00
PatagoniaDaylite Plus Commuter Backpack
If they have a hefty commute to work, this lightweight Osprey backpack will make carrying their essentials more comfortable thanks to its dual side compression straps. It also offers a spacious interior for storage, with several compartments for organizing and can easily fit a 16" laptop.
Daylite Plus Commuter Backpack
amazon.com
$72.99
Osprey - Getty ImagesTheragun Mini
There are many physical demands placed on doctors, and a Theragun can offer all sorts of therapeutic effects, from decreasing fatigue to relieving tension and knots. This mini size is designed to be taken on-the-go so they can get relief anytime, anywhere.
Theragun Mini
therabody.com
$169.00
TheragunCustom Doctor Graduation Shirt
One five-star reviewer wrote that this a "very soft shirt" with "excellent quality, fast shipping!" Since you can customize it with their name, it's a thoughtful gift to give in advance of their graduation party so they can wear it to the celebration.
Custom Doctor Graduation Shirt
etsy.com
$8.70
ModaTeeCoFunny Makeup Bag
For a fun, unique gift that can be ordered with free two-day shipping through Amazon Prime, look no further than this flax pouch. It can be used to carry makeup, tech accessories, or other daily essentials.
Funny Makeup Bag
amazon.com
$6.99
Hanamiya NaDoctor Coat Hanger
This gift is perfect for hanging the new doctor's lab coat after their white coat ceremony. It can be personalized with their name, as well as a hanger color and decal of your choice.
Doctor Coat Hanger
Etsy
$24.75
HandcraftedAffairsSleep Mask
Nodpod's patented design applies gentle pressure for a soothing experience whether they're sleeping or taking a quick break to meditate. It offers 100% light blocking for those moments when they really need to decompress and has 3,800+ five-star reviews on Amazon from customers who use it religiously.
Sleep Mask
amazon.com
$34.00
NODPOD'Before Patients, After Patients' Coffee Mug and Stemless Wine Glass Set
This gift really says it all. They'll smile and think of you every time they're getting ready for the day with coffee or unwinding with a glass of vino.
'Before Patients, After Patients' Coffee Mug and Stemless Wine Glass Set
amazon.com
$22.99
GemwiFelt Wine Gift Bag
If anyone deserves to kick back and relax with a drink, it's a newly-graduated resident. Put this fun sleeve over a bottle of their favorite drink for a gift they'll truly appreciate. You can also buy a version of this designed to look like scrubs rather than a white coat.
Felt Wine Gift Bag
amazon.com
$18.99
MedinavaFIGS Compression Socks
Socks might have a reputation as a so-so gift, but when asking medical professionals about the gifts they truly want, several of them mentioned high-quality compression socks. These ones from FIGS are available in fun medical designs any graduate is sure to appreciate.
FIGS Compression Socks
wearfigs.com
$28.00
FIGSPersonalized Engraved Tumbler with Stethoscope
Any graduating medical student is sure to appreciate this personalized tumbler. It comes in a wide range of colors, can be engraved with their name (or "Dr. Last Name"), and will keep their drink of choice hot or cold for several hours.
Personalized Engraved Tumbler with Stethoscope
amazon.com
$24.95
AVITOInspirational Keychain
On days when their work as a doctor is difficult, they'll feel supported by the message on this keychain. It's a very thoughtful gift.
Inspirational Keychain
amazon.com
$7.99
BOMEON - Getty ImagesBellevue Long Lab Coat
She may already have a white coat, but if it's time for an upgrade, it's hard to do better than this. This lightweight fitted lab coat won't look boxy on her and can even be embroidered with her name and credentials for a special touch.
Bellevue Long Lab Coat
wearfigs.com
$118.00
FIGS'It's Dr. Actually' Travel Mug
She'll love this mug that tells the world how hard she's worked to get here. It keeps hot drinks hot for over three hours and cold drinks chilled for nine hours.
'It's Dr. Actually' Travel Mug
amazon.com
$18.95
AMZUShomeStethoscope Cross Angel Wing Faith Necklace
This dainty necklace makes for a meaningful gift. She'll love putting it on every morning.
Stethoscope Cross Angel Wing Faith Necklace
amazon.com
$29.00
Manbu Jewelry52 Stress Less & Self Care Cards
It's no secret that being a doctor is one of the most stressful jobs a person can have. These stress relief and self-care cards remind them to take care of themselves too, with prompts on mindful breathing, gratitude exercises, and more.
52 Stress Less & Self Care Cards
amazon.com
$14.95
Allura & ArciaUV Cell Phone Sanitizer & Charger Box
We could all stand to sanitize our phones sometimes, and that's especially true for doctors who spend much of their time around sick people. This sleek box not only sanitizes their phone, it also charges it.
UV Cell Phone Sanitizer & Charger Box
amazon.com
$63.95
PhoneSoap - Getty ImagesBone Design Ballpoint Pens
For a doctor who brings a touch of whimsy to their practice, these bone-inspired pens are sure to delight. That's especially true if their specialty is orthopedics.
Bone Design Ballpoint Pens
amazon.com
$8.19
Amazon/TinkskyHeadbands with Button for Mask
Many healthcare workers have to mask up for various procedures. These inventive headbands take some of the strain off her ears and can make things more comfortable.
Headbands with Button for Mask
amazon.com
$13.99
ABAMERICASatin Heatless Curling Set
Even if she doesn't have time to style her hair before her shift, she can still report for duty with gorgeous curls thanks to the help of this TikTok-approved set.
Satin Heatless Curling Set
amazon.com
$15.98
Amazon/KitschCollege Campus Glass
If their next steps are taking them away from the town or campus they've called home for the last several years, give them a memento they'll treasure in the form of an artistic glass.
College Campus Glass
uncommongoods.com
$21.00
Uncommon Goods/Carmel and Terrell SwanThe Original Vietnamese Coffee Trio
Doctors basically run on caffeine, especially if they're pulling long shifts. Give them some fuel in the form of this specialty coffee trio with beans sourced from Vietnam. If they don't even have time to brew a cup of coffee, the brand also sells canned cold brew coffee.
The Original Vietnamese Coffee Trio
nguyencoffeesupply.com
$48.00
Nguyen Coffee SupplyEveryday Essentials Set
If you're looking to stick to a budget for your graduation gift, it's hard to do better than this Amazon bestseller. This self-care set comes with a hand salve (perfect for doctors!), lip balm, body lotion, foot cream, and cleansing cream. All of that for less than $10 will make your recipient and your wallet happy.
Everyday Essentials Set
amazon.com
$12.17
Burt's BeesMen's Tree Runners
These supportive sneakers made with sustainable materials will support him during 12-hour shifts on his feet. One customer shares, "I am in the medical profession. I needed supportive yet comfortable shoes for rounding on patients and jumping between floors in the hospitals. I found the shoes to be extremely light, comfortable, and supportive."
Men's Tree Runners
allbirds.com
$98.00
Allbirds8.5x11 Diploma Frame
They worked hard for their degree. Let them show it off in their office with the help of this elegant frame, which comes in a variety of colors and designs.
8.5x11 Diploma Frame
amazon.com
$29.99
GraduationMall - Getty ImagesScotch Porter Beard Kit
Give him the gift of self-care with this luxe beard kit from Scotch Porter. It comes with a specialty beard wash and conditioner, plus a beard balm and beard serum. He's sure to get compliments from both coworkers and patients thanks to this set.
Scotch Porter Beard Kit
amazon.com
$56.99
Scotch PorterSleep Tight Kit
Help them get a good night's rest — or if they're working the night shift, maybe a good day's rest? — with the help of this set. It comes with a silk eye mask, gel eye mask, and relaxing chamomile and lavender sleep spray.
Sleep Tight Kit
amazon.com
$35.49
ASUTRAMoney Puzzle
Let's be real, considering their med school debt, the gift any graduating doctor will appreciate most is some cash. This fun game makes it more fun than just handing over an envelope of bills.
Money Puzzle
amazon.com
$14.99
Amazon/BLIZGrubhub Gift Cards
This is a gift for those nights they come home from a long shift and really don't want to cook. If you can, try and find out which delivery services — like UberEats, Grubhub, or Doordash — are available in their area and buy a gift card for that specific service, since they're not all available in every town.
Grubhub Gift Cards
Amazon
$25.00
Amazon/GrubHubClassic Turkish Cotton Robe
When it's time to unwind, help them do so with this hotel-quality robe. It's made with plush Turkish cotton and comes in five classic colors as well as limited seasonal colors.
Classic Turkish Cotton Robe
parachutehome.com
$149.00
ParachuteBundle of Dark Chocolate Bars
No matter the occasion, you can never go wrong with chocolate. This bundle from Kanda features dark chocolate with sea salt and almonds, made from Ghanaian cocoa.
Bundle of Dark Chocolate Bars
amazon.com
$39.99
Kanda - Getty ImagesHeated Blanket
Dr. Fatima Daoud Yilmaz, a Clinical Assistant Professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology, has said that the on-call rooms at hospitals are "universally freezing." Something like a heated blanket will make it go a long way towards helping your doctor to get some shut-eye.
Heated Blanket
amazon.com
$39.99
Amazon/Medical KingInstant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker
This is a practical gift for most people, including doctors. It makes it easy to meal prep ahead of time or get dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes. Plus, it makes cleanup a breeze.
Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker
amazon.com
$79.99
Amazon/Instant PotAirbnb Gift Card
Several users on Reddit suggested that what a graduating doctor really wants is a vacation. Get them a gift card for Airbnb, which they can put towards their next trip. They also have the option of using it to book a fun adventure via Airbnb Experiences.
Airbnb Gift Card
amazon.com
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