Some discussion has surfaced among interpreters around the phrase “use an interpreter” and if that's an appropriate expression.
Interpreters and Family Members: Friends or Foes?
When faced with an abrasive family member, interpreters can be tempted to go on the defensive. Here are some tips for interpreters to keep their cool.
Medical Interpreter Dress Code: Accessories
We’ve covered a number of topics with our series on dress codes for medical interpreters. Today we’ll highlight accessories.
Appreciation Is Key to Creating a Great Place for Interpreters to Work
Appreciation is the second of six steps to creating a great place for medical interpreters to work.
Medical Interpreter Dress Code: Shoes
In this series we’ve been building the foundations of a professional dress code for medical interpreters. We’re at the final basic piece: shoes!
Medical Interpreter Safety: You’ve Been Exposed!
Medical interpreters are exposed to many potential health hazards when working in medical facilities; proper documentation can go a long way to ensure their well-being.
3 Books that Made Me a Better Interpreter and Why (Part 3)
This is a series about three books (that have nothing to do with interpreting) that made me a better medical interpreter. You might like them, too!
3 Books that Made Me a Better Interpreter and Why (Part 2)
This is a series about three books (that have nothing to do with interpreting) that made me a better medical interpreter. You might like them, too!
3 Books that Made Me a Better Interpreter and Why (Part 1)
This is a series about three books (that have nothing to do with interpreting) that made me a better medical interpreter. You might like them, too!
Medical Interpreter Dress Code: Bottoms
We’ve covered a number of topics with our series on dress codes for medical interpreters. Today we’ll continue the discussion by focusing on bottoms.
4 Reasons Family Members Don't Want an Interpreter
It is an awkward situation when you arrive to an appointment and are told by the patient or family member you're not wanted. Understanding the family member’s reasons for rejecting you can help you to get over the hurt and proceed professionally. Here are 4 reasons why family members (sometimes) want to give the interpreter the boot. . .
3 Ways to Ruin Your Online Learning Experience (and Their Alternatives)
These are a few ways students steer their online learning experience off course, and – more importantly – ways to avoid doing so.
Why Connecting Cultures' Online Learning Works for Medical Interpreter Continuing Education
In this post highlights why Connecting Cultures' online learning works for medical interpreter continuing education.
Dear Medical Team: Your Words Are Gold
Members of the medical team have important things to say. Here are a few things they can do so interpreters can convey their messages with precision.
How to Create Collaborative Healthcare Interpreter Teams
Here are four things managers can do to foster collaboration among their team of healthcare interpreters.