The interviewer asks how your former colleagues would describe your bedside manner to get a sense of how you interact with others. This question also assesses your interpersonal skills and how you would handle difficult situations. It gives the interviewer an idea of how you work with a team and whether you can build positive relationships with others. By answering this question, you can demonstrate your ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with others. It's important to be honest in your response and provide specific examples of how you have shown a caring and compassionate bedside manner in the past.