Holiday gift ideas for physicians on your ‘nice’ list

It's respiratory virus season and flu, RSV, and COVID-19 have all arrived on cue.

As your waiting rooms fill up and people ignore recommendations for vaccination, the team at Patient Care®, a Medical Economics sister publication that covers the clinical side of primary care, hopes that our 2024 roundup of the best online gifts for health care professionals will bring a little early-season cheer.

This year, we skipped the extravagant picks in favor of lighthearted options—some practical, others simply playful, but all guaranteed to spark a smile. And remember, you should be on your own gift list, so consider what might be perfect to give—and also, to have.

Browse our top 10 gift ideas for this season, perfect for a trusted practice partner, a tireless resident, the health care hero next door—or even as a treat for yourself.