Edward Jenner

Physician and Immunologist English 1749 – 1823

Invented the first vaccine for smallpox.

372 quotes

"Human advancement depends upon our willingness to question tradition."
Change
"The mind of a physician must always remain open to new discoveries."
Knowledge
"Compassion is as essential to medicine as scientific knowledge."
Kindness
"The future of medicine lies in prevention rather than cure."
Hope
"I have lived to see my theories accepted and my hopes realized."
Happiness
"The power of vaccination rests in its simplicity and effectiveness."
Science
"Every breakthrough in medicine begins with someone daring to think differently."
Courage
"The medical profession calls for dedication to humanity above all else."
Leadership
"Nature provides the remedies if we are wise enough to find them."
Wisdom
"I have faith that posterity will recognize the value of this discovery."
Faith
"The physician who does not observe is like a sailor without a compass."
Wisdom
"To advance medicine, one must be willing to experiment and fail."
Perseverance
"The practice of vaccination is an act of mercy toward all mankind."
Kindness
"Truth will ultimately prevail, though it may face resistance at first."
Truth
"I have dedicated my life to reducing human suffering through medical science."
Work
"The greatest satisfaction in medicine is the recovery of a patient."
Happiness
"Nature's lessons are written in the patterns of disease and health."
Nature
"Medical progress requires both humility and confidence in equal measure."
Wisdom
"I believe that vaccination will eventually save millions of lives."
Hope
"The study of medicine opens one's eyes to the wonders of creation."
"Success in my work has come through patience and careful observation."
Patience
"The medical profession demands integrity and unwavering commitment to truth."
Truth
"Every life saved is a victory for humanity and for science."
Inspiration
"The physician must combine the heart of a healer with the mind of a scientist."
Leadership
"I have found that the greatest discoveries often come from unexpected places."
Creativity
"The prevention of disease is superior to any cure."
Health
"Nature has equipped us with the means to protect ourselves from disease."
Nature
"I am grateful for the opportunity to serve humanity through medicine."
Gratitude
"The practice of vaccination is both an art and a science."
Science
"To question established medical doctrine is to advance the profession."
Courage