Medical Terminology for Interpreters

Medical terminology is complicated and often considered to be a language of its own. Medical Terminology for Interpreters is specially designed for aspiring and practicing medical and healthcare interpreters working in spoken languages. It provides a complete and comprehensive review of anatomy, physiology, pathologies, treatment, and procedures for each of the systems of the human body. Readers will learn the best techniques for easy and simple learning of medical terminology, including the study of roots, suffixes, and prefixes; as well as how medical words are formed to help the practicing interpreter continue to learn. Vocabulary lists, surgical procedure terms, and a list of types of healthcare providers are also included along with lists of common acronyms and abbreviations. Memory tricks and other skills are taught to build confidence in decoding any new medical terms an interpreter might encounter. The Medical Terminology for Interpreters book is a must for beginner, intermediate, and aspiring interpreters who need to fully understand medical terminology.