Hospital Patient / Doctor - White Surgical Scrub Suit
town044 · Town
Classic Town Hospital · Released in 1980, coinciding with the classic era of LEGO Town development and expansion.
Figure ID
town044
Theme
Town
Year Released
Released in 1980, coinciding with the classic era of LEGO Town development and expansion.
Rarity
Uncommon, due to its age and vintage status, though widely produced during its active run.
Head
Classic yellow LEGO head with simple black hollow-stud printing featuring smiling eyes and a simple smirk.
Torso
White torso with black line printing representing a medical scrub top with crossed scalpels or surgical tools icon on the right chest and wrap-around styling.
Legs
Plain white solid legs with matching black printed waistline detailing.
Accessories
None present in the image, typically complete with optional medical equipment or stethoscopes when found in sets.
Color Scheme
Monochromatic white base with sharp black line printing and a classic yellow head.
Printing Details
Simple, clean 1980s-era pad printing with minimalist black lines on a white canvas.
Variants
Appeared in various classic town hospital sets with minor head variations depending on the exact production year.
Condition Notes
Prone to yellowing of white plastic over decades if exposed to UV light, along with potential fading of the black chest printing.
Estimated Value
Estimated around $3 to $8 USD depending on overall condition and completeness.
Price (New)
Originally included in sets retailing between $15 and $50 USD in 1980.
Compatible Sets
Appeared in classic LEGO Town hospital sets such as set 6380 Hospital released in 1980.
Character Background
Represents generic medical staff or patients within the classic LEGO Town layout, contributing to everyday city life roleplay.
Design Notes
Features vintage 1980s torso printing which predates complex dual-molding and intricate modern textures.
Similar Minifigures
Other classic Town medical professionals from the 1980s and 1990s eras.
Collectibility
Moderate collectibility among vintage LEGO Town enthusiasts and nostalgic collectors.
History
Part of the foundational wave of classic LEGO Town figures that established standardized city roleplay themes.
Interesting Facts
The crossed tool logo on the chest represents early LEGO graphic design approaches before detailed medical symbols were adopted.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a vintage grey baseplate alongside classic 1980s emergency vehicles and hospital buildings.
Modification Potential
Great for vintage MOC builders creating retro city dioramas or custom medical scenes.
Overall Assessment
A charming piece of LEGO history that brings authentic retro appeal to any classic Town collection.