Big thanks to Melissa and Doug for making this role play set.  One of the best toys out there.  Great quality, great instructional value, great photo-ops, clever design, and not expensive.

The washable smock is made of sturdy material, fake buttons on the front, uses velcro behind each; the back of the smock says "County Hospital."  Smock should be washed GENTLY, as the plastic see-thru pockets could get damaged with rough handling in the washer.

Toy physician tools are durable and great for teaching kids the various tools their doctor may use when giving them their checkup.  After putting button type batteries in the stethascope (batteries not included - it takes two, cost me $1.59 each at our local grocery store), you can teach the child to place the "heart" (the "heart" acts as a push button) portion onto the doll's chest, say cough, and press the heart button.  The stethascope then emits a coughing sound.  Next, move the heart button to the doll's heart area and when the button is pushed again, a lub-dub sound of heart beat emerges.

Only suggestion I have is the kit could include a "medical chart."  I made one from a file folder so our granddaughters can learn to interview the patient for their symptoms and "note" them.

Folks, this might be a good gift idea for kids who have ongoing health issues and need help in becoming more comfortable at the doctor's office. After role playing a few days, maybe let them wear it to their next doctor appointment.