Sometimes family members of the patient don’t want interpreters, especially if they feel prepared to do the interpreting. That perspective can change once they discover that their skill levels don't meet the needs of the encounter.
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Show Me the Money! Healthcare's Guide to Buying Language Services
Money talks and it is the pathway to success for health care and all medical interpreters. Learn how standards, consistency and efficiency in operations can have healthcare showing you the money!
Looking to Learn a New Language?
While on the hunt to learn a new language, I found a new App called Duolingo. Read about my experience using the app, and what I feel are some pros and cons. And maybe get inspired to learn a new language, too!
The Sight Translation Booby Trap
If interpreters are not careful, sight translation can cause serious damage to communication in medical settings.