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“If migraine patients have a common and legitimate second complaint besides their migraines, it is that they have not been listened to by physicians. Looked at, investigated, drugged, charged, but not listened to.” quote by Oliver Sacks
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“If migraine patients have a common and legitimate second complaint besides their migraines, it is that they have not been listened to by physicians. Looked at, investigated, drugged, charged, but not listened to.”

Oliver Sacks

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Patients often feel ignored by doctors, leading to frustration and mistrust.

In simple terms: Patients feel unheard by doctors.

Key Takeaway

Listen actively to patients.

Themes

patient care communication trust

Mood

frustrated hopeful

Type

advice reflective

When to use this quote

  • clinical visits
  • healthcare policy
  • patient advocacy

Key Concepts

medical ethics patient autonomy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can doctors show genuine empathy?
  • What systemic changes improve listening?
A Different Perspective

Listening alone may not solve systemic issues.

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