Are scrub caps worth it?

For most people who wear one every shift, yes. A reusable cap is comfortable over a long shift, can carry your name and role so your team knows who you are, and is made to be washed and worn for years rather than binned after a shift. Our cotton caps are machine washable at 60°C in line with NHS uniform guidance.

How do I choose the right size scrub cap?

Measure around the widest part of your head, above your ears and eyebrows, using a soft tape measure. Our scrub caps come in sizes XS to 2XL, fitting heads from under 51cm to over 65cm depending on style. If you are between sizes, we recommend sizing up for comfort. Visit our sizing guide at medicuscaps.com/pages/scrub-caps-sizing-guide for detailed instructions and a size chart for each style.

What is the difference between a surgical cap and a scrub cap?

The terms are used interchangeably. A surgical cap (or theatre cap) is any head covering worn in the operating theatre to keep hair contained. Scrub cap is the everyday term used across healthcare settings. Whichever you call it, follow your employer's uniform policy on washing; our caps are made to be washed at 60°C in line with NHS uniform guidance.

Are scrub caps mandatory in UK hospitals?

Head coverings are expected in operating theatres, but the exact rules are set by each NHS trust's uniform and infection prevention policies. Most require theatre staff to wear a cap that fully contains the hair. Check your own trust's policy on whether reusable caps are allowed and how they should be washed.

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What can I have embroidered on my scrub cap?

You can add your name, job title, department, credentials, or short text. We offer multiple thread colours and font styles. For logos, we recommend vinyl transfers for complex designs or embroidery for simple block logos.

How many characters can I have embroidered?

We recommend up to 15 characters per line for the best appearance. Longer text may need a smaller font size. If you need more text, we can split it across two or three lines or discuss alternative placements.

What's the difference between embroidery and vinyl transfers?

Embroidery is stitched directly into the fabric, ideal for names and simple logos with a premium raised texture. Vinyl transfers are heat-pressed, better for detailed logos, gradients or photographic images.

Will the embroidery fade or come off in the wash?

No. We use commercial-grade embroidery thread that's colour-fast and designed for medical environments. The stitching is secured to withstand industrial washing and won't unravel or fade.

Can you embroider my hospital/clinic logo?

Yes, with no minimum order. Block logos work best for embroidery. For complex logos with fine detail, we recommend vinyl transfers instead. Send your logo and our team will advise the best approach. Applies to: Custom Embroidery, Vinyl Transfer, Bulk Orders

How long will my scrub cap order take?

Every Medicus cap is made to order in our Sheffield workshop, and most orders are dispatched the same or next working day. More customisation takes a little longer, and custom printed fabric takes about a week. Need it sooner? Rush orders are available for a fee. Delivery time is added after dispatch, and your shipping options and estimate show at checkout. We'll email tracking when your order ships.

Made to order

Satin Lining

NHS Trusted

Xs - 2XL Sizing

10 Styles

Fast, Worldwide Shipping

650+ Designs

Dale un toque personal a tu gorro quirúrgico con bordado personalizado. Bordamos nombres, cargos, puestos del NHS y textos personalizados directamente en tu gorro quirúrgico, en una variedad de colores de hilo y tipos de letra.

Elige cualquier gorro de nuestra colección y añade el bordado al finalizar la compra. Entre las opciones más populares están las combinaciones de nombre y puesto, como "Sarah - Anestesista" o "Dr. Jones - Traumatología". También ofrecemos bordado de iconos, como corazones, estrellas y símbolos médicos.

Todo el bordado se hace en nuestro propio taller de Sheffield. Previsualiza la colocación del texto antes de hacer el pedido. Ideal para trusts del NHS, equipos de quirófano y profesionales que quieren destacar.