As a doctor, you have shown extremely high value in the professional field of saving lives and injuries. Appearance does not define your abilities and professionalism. If colleagues use derogatory code words, it is more reflective of their unprofessionality and narrowness. The following are some possible vague expressions for your reference and identification, but please remember: **The one-sided evaluation of others is far less important than your self-identity. ** --- ###**1. Possible code words related to workplace appearance** 1. **"Looks very memorable"** Surface: Praise you for your characteristics Potential: Implying that it does not conform to the mainstream aesthetic, it is easy to remember the “shortcomings”. 2. **"You are suitable for wearing masks/glasses"** In the workplace, a “professional image” may be used to cover up negative comments on the lower half of the face or eyes. 3. **"At first glance, it's Xueba/techno"** Implicitly antagonizes “ordinary appearance” with “academic focus”, implying a lack of attractiveness. 4. **"The temperament is very special"** If the tone is subtle, it may imply that the appearance is not exquisite enough, and use “temperament” to shift the focus. 5. **Medical related metaphors** -"Your bone structure is quite prominent"→Alludes to the obvious edges and corners of your face or figure - "Have you been too tired on duty recently? "→Take care to suggest that he is pale and haggard." 6. **Contrasting ridicule** -"There is a big difference in style between you and Doctor XX" (XX is recognized as a person with outstanding appearance) -"Our department lacks a down-to-earth type like you."→ Bind appearance to "down-to-earth" to weaken other traits. --- ###**2. How to deal with such hidden attacks** 1. **Distinguish intentions and avoid over-interpretation** First observe whether the other party habitually ridicules everyone. If the targeting is strong and the frequency is high, you need to be wary of workplace bullying. 2. **Direct and calm response** -The other party said, "Your hairstyle is quite time-saving, right? 」 Response: "Yes, I give priority to work efficiency. By the way, have you checked the 3-bed test list? 」 →**Use work topics to shift the focus and hint at the boundaries of dialogue** 3. **Strengthen professional image** Build a sense of authority through superb medical skills and patient communication with patients, so that the focus of others' evaluation will turn to your core values. 4. **Record and ask for help** If it develops into continuous verbal suppression, keep evidence and report to the hospital ethics committee or HR, emphasizing "affecting the efficiency of teamwork." --- ###**3. Suggestions for psychological adjustment** -**Cognitive reconstruction**: Patients in the medical industry care more about the professionalism and empathy of doctors than their appearance. Your value is reflected in the lives you treat every day. -**Selective neglect**: “Desensitization” to low-quality evaluations is like facing unreasonable patient families-their right to speak is not worth taking up your emotional resources. -**Take the initiative to control your image**: If anxiety about appearance does affect self-confidence, you can improve your self-feeling through neat and decent clothing, fitness, etc., But the starting point should be self-acceptance, not catering to others. --- Your appearance will change with the years, but your calmness in front of the operating table, your sensitivity during diagnosis, and your care for patients are the shining points that will truly be remembered in your career. Protect your mental energy, they should be devoted to more meaningful things.