Discussion: I come to the hospital often. I always see doctors with the stethoscope lying on their shoulders and wrapping their necks. I do not understand why?

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There are departments where a stethoscope is used more frequently, especially those related to the heart, lungs, and blood vessels. I appreciate that those who wrap the stethoscope around their necks (I did not examine the subject in depth) are similar to pilots who wear flight wings on the uniform—a status symbol! The doctor's gown usually has a large pocket that the stethoscope can fit in quite easily.