How to choose medical scrubs in Kenya: a simple buying guide
Ever bought scrubs that looked great online and felt terrible by lunch?
This Scrubs Kenya guide shows you what to check before you buy: fabric, fit, colour, pockets and care. It takes two minutes to read.
Prices at Scrubs Kenya on this page: KES 1,500 to KES 45,008.
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1. Fabric: how will it feel at hour ten?
Cotton blends feel soft and breathe well on hot days.
Polyester blends dry fast and hold their colour.
Stretch fabrics with spandex move with you when you bend, lift and run. They cost a little more and are worth it for long shifts.
2. Fit: comfortable, not baggy
Your scrubs should let you squat and reach without pulling. Too big looks untidy and catches on beds and trolleys.
Not sure of your size? Send Scrubs Kenya your height and usual size on WhatsApp and the team will guide you.
3. Colour: follow your hospital first
Many hospitals in Kenya set scrub colours by department. Check with your unit before you buy.
If you can choose, darker colours hide stains better. Print tops add some fun on children's wards.
4. Pockets and details
Count what you carry every shift: pen, scissors, phone, notebook, sanitiser. Pick scrubs with enough pockets for all of it.
5. Care: make them last
Wash scrubs inside out in warm water and keep dark colours separate.
Avoid bleach on coloured scrubs. It fades them fast.
Hang them to dry and they will need less ironing.
Questions people ask
Which scrubs are best for long shifts?
Stretch scrubs are best for long shifts because they move with you. At Scrubs Kenya, Cherokee Infinity and Luna styles are popular choices.
How often should I replace my scrubs?
Most healthcare workers replace scrubs every six to twelve months, depending on how often they wear and wash them.
How much should I spend on scrubs in Kenya?
Expect to pay KES 2,500 to KES 4,000 for a good full set. See the full Scrubs Kenya price list for every style.
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Message Scrubs Kenya on WhatsApp with your size and colour. Same day delivery in Nairobi and nationwide shipping.
Order on WhatsAppDr Joanne Medina
Ever been told there are no surgical caps left on a busy ward? Dr Joanne Medina was, as a final year medical student. So she started making her own.
That small fix grew into Scrubs Kenya. Today Scrubs Kenya dresses nurses, doctors, clinical officers and students across Kenya.
Dr Joanne is a medical doctor who trained at Egerton University. She grew up in Kitale and now lives and works in Nairobi. She knows how a twelve hour shift feels, so every Scrubs Kenya set is chosen for comfort, pockets and fabric that lasts.
She also hosts the Medina Dinner, a networking evening for healthcare professionals, and interviews leaders in Kenyan healthcare on her YouTube channel.