Which stethoscope is the best? Since the early 19th century, stethoscopes have become an essential part of every physician’s tool kit. These devices allow doctors to hear what’s happening inside the ...

When someone opens the door and enters a hospital room, wearing a stethoscope is a telltale sign that they’re a clinician. This medical device has been around for over 200 years and remains a staple ...

A new study suggests stethoscopes need to be cleaned more diligently. The stethoscope has long been an iconic symbol of health care used for listening to the heart, intestines, lungs and blood flow.

Don't know the best, but I like Littman. <BR> Welch Allyn also makes nice items. I've used Panasonic, Philips, and HewlettPackard models as well.<BR><BR>My personal stethoscope is a 3M Littmann Master ...