In my 1st job in the UK, I was waiting for the hospital transport to get me to another hospital. As the van stopped in front of the lobby, a middle-aged gentleman in a full suit, coat, tie & all, disembarked from the vehicle. Trying to be friendly, I approached him.....
Me: Hi, is this the van to the WH hospital?
Him : Yes, indeed it is.
Me : By the way, I am Dr T & I am the new SHO. And you are Dr........?
Him : I am Ray & I am the hospital porter.
Lesson #1 : in the UK, most men in the service industry, from top down, wear full suits.
Lesson #2 : Introduction is commonly by 1st names.
Therein, began my memorable 4-year sojourn in a foreign country.
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