Skip to content

Bedside Quote by Marni Jackson

“These doctors, who had long experience with people in pain in addition to their traditional training and schooling, had discovered that nothing happens without communication, treatment based on evidence of outcome, and what used to be called a good bedside manner.” quote by Marni Jackson
Download Open image
“These doctors, who had long experience with people in pain in addition to their traditional training and schooling, had discovered that nothing happens without communication, treatment based on evidence of outcome, and what used to be called a good bedside manner.”

Marni Jackson

About This Quote

Source Article: Interview on medical communication, 2015

Effective patient care requires clear communication, evidence‑based treatment, and compassionate bedside manner.

In simple terms: Good communication and evidence improve care.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize communication and empathy.

Themes

medicine patient care communication

Mood

empathetic professional

Type

advice reflective

When to use this quote

  • clinical consultations
  • medical training
  • patient education

Key Concepts

evidence‑based practice empathy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can clinicians balance evidence with limited time?
  • What steps improve bedside manner?
A Different Perspective

Effective communication alone cannot fix systemic resource limits.

3.2 out of 5 (6 ratings)

More by Marni Jackson

Explore all 24 Marni Jackson quotes

More Bedside quotes

Browse all 55 Bedside quotes