3 minutes ago - PDF I'm Here: Compassionate Communication in Patient Care | Modern medical technology helps patients recover faster than any other time in history. However, the human interaction between patient and care giver is still the essential foundation of healing. 8220I8217m Here8221 is a personal narrative from the patient8217s perspective. Filled with practical advice, packed with humor and overflowing with appreciation, Marcus Engel encourages health care professionals to practice compassionate communications in all its forms. 8220Marcus8217 books and keynote presentation has left an unforgettable impression on our nursing staff. It8217s an invaluable reminder of why we do, what we do.8221 -Dee Evans, Driscoll Children8217s Hospital, Corpus Christi, TX 8220I8217m Here8221 should be required reading for all health practitioners. Marcus8217 personal experience of being a patient and his insights into what constitutes compassionate care are marvelous and right on.8221 - Dr. Norma Stephens Hannigan, Assistant Professor of Clinical Nursing Diplomate