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Learn Medical Spanish

Ben Tanner, PA-Cwww.learnmedicalspanish.org
In the "Learn Medical Spanish" podcast, you'll learn specific, curated vocabulary to help you communicate with your Spanish-speaking patients more easily. This podcast is focused on healthcare providers or other medical professionals who want to improve their Spanish. My background is emergency medicine and family practice, but regardless of your medical specialty, you'll likely find some useful terminology that you can use on the job. I'll cover medical Spanish dialogues, medical Spanish terminology / vocabulary, Spanish anatomy, and more. Hope it helps!
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Episodes

Anatomy: Chest / Thorax

Several Spanish anatomical terms you may use when discussing symptoms or problems in the chest / thorax. Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/spanish-anatomy-chest-thorax/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/TuNXIBX6kq0 CME course details: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/cme...

Oct 06, 202210 minEp. 29

Really Basic Vocab: Prepositions & Conjunctions

In this episode I'll go over some really common words that anyone trying to learn Spanish should know. In this case, conjunctions (connecting words) and prepositions. This isn't strictly "medical" Spanish, but it'll be really helpful when you're trying to have even very simple conversations with your patients. So you should basically learn all of these words. :) Blog version (100 Essential Spanish Words) : https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/100-essential-spanish-words/...

Sep 22, 20229 minEp. 28

Anatomy: Head & Face

Several Spanish anatomical terms you may use when discussing symptoms or problems related to the head or the face. Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/spanish-anatomy-head-face/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/8R1C7ja33cs CME course details: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/cme...

Sep 08, 202210 minEp. 27

Clarifying Patient Symptoms

Today I'll go over various words and phrases that are useful for Clarifying Patient Symptoms in Spanish. This is mainly meant for clinicians (doctors, physician assistants, or nurse practitioners), but other healthcare workers will likely benefit as well. Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/clarifying-patient-symptoms / YouTube version: https://youtu.be/2z3_pwiVkPA CME course details: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/cme...

Aug 25, 202214 minEp. 26

Occupational Therapy Spanish [Part 2 - Skill / Mobility Testing]

In part 2 of Occupational Therapy Spanish (or OT Spanish), I cover what you might call skill assessment, mobility testing, or a functional assessment . This dialogue is mainly for hospital-based occupational therapists, but various other medical professionals can likely benefit as well, including physical therapists and occupational therapists who work in other settings. Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/occupational-therapy-spanish/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/4w2QADkWNW8 ...

Aug 11, 202212 minEp. 25

Occupational Therapy Spanish [Part 1 - Home Situation]

Today I'll go over some medical Spanish phrases for Occupational Therapy, or “OT Spanish” . Specifically, asking the patient about their home setup or living situation. This dialogue is mainly for hospital-based occupational therapists, but other therapists (including physical therapists, or occupational therapists who work in a different setting), as well as other types of healthcare professionals, can likely benefit as well. Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/occupational-therap...

Jul 28, 20229 minEp. 24

Anatomy: Abdomen & Pelvis

A list of abdominal & pelvic anatomy terms in Spanish. In other words, Spanish anatomical terms you’d use when discussing abdominal, pelvic, or reproductive problems. Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/spanish-anatomy-abdomen-pelvis/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/m64ReGHHhCI CME course details: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/cme...

Jul 14, 202210 minEp. 23

Abdominal Pain - ROS [for ER Providers]

Medical Spanish phrases for Abdominal Pain - Review of Systems (ROS). This dialogue is mainly for emergency room clinicians (doctors, physician assistants, or nurse practitioners), but other healthcare professionals can likely benefit as well. For more help with medical Spanish translations, check out the resources below! Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/abdominal-pain-ros/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/2HqObp0I88E CME course details: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/cme...

Jun 30, 202211 minEp. 22

Spanish Pronunciation [Everything You Need to Know]

It doesn't take that much practice with Spanish pronunciation to go from sounding like a total gringo to about 80% of a native speaker. You just have to learn a few rules, and then practice them. Even a few minutes of daily practice will get you there quicker than you might think. Today I'll teach you all the rules you need to know, and share some tips about how to practice so you can get better and better. Blog about pronunciation: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/pronunciation/ YouTube vide...

Jun 16, 202218 minEp. 21

Spanish Numbers [Quick Review + How to Practice]

Numbers are really important in medical Spanish. Whether it's asking how long symptoms have been going on, talking about medication doses, or a million other things. In this episode, I'll do a quick review of all the numbers you need to know. I'll also explain an effective way to practice Spanish numbers until you feel comfortable and confident. Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/numbers-in-spanish/ As I mentioned in the episode, my medical Spanish CME course for EM providers is a...

Jun 02, 202216 minEp. 20

Prepping a Patient for Yes/No & Short Answer Questions

Today I'll go over medical Spanish phrases you could use to prepare your patient to answer yes/no questions and short answer questions in Spanish (and hopefully avoid going off on tangents). For more help with medical Spanish translations, check out the resources below! Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/prepping-patient-for-yes-no-questions YouTube version: https://youtu.be/RjZR_q-8eVg CME course details: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/cme...

May 19, 20228 minEp. 19

Introducing Yourself to Patients in Spanish

Today I'll go over medical Spanish phrases to Introduce Yourself to Patients. This dialogue is mainly for ER or other healthcare providers. Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/introducing-yourself-to-patients-in-spanish/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/wLfGlj7loU8 CME course details: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/cme...

May 05, 202213 minEp. 18

Headache - Testing & Treatment [for ER Providers]

Today I'll go over Spanish phrases about medical testing & treatment for a patient with a headache who presents to the emergency room. For more help with medical Spanish translations, check out the resources below! Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/headache-testing-treatment/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/qF2lKD45BVI CME course details: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/cme...

Apr 21, 202214 minEp. 17

Stroke - HPI [for ER Providers]

Today I'll go over medical Spanish phrases for Stroke - History of Present Illness (HPI). This dialogue is mainly for emergency room clinicians (doctors, physician assistants, or nurse practitioners), but other healthcare professionals can likely benefit as well. For more help with medical Spanish translations, check out the resources below! Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/stroke-hpi/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/nn7Bwf965gg CME course details: https://www.learnmedicalspan...

Apr 07, 202211 minEp. 16

Psych - Review of Systems

Today I'll go over medical Spanish phrases for Psych - Review of Systems (ROS). This dialogue is mainly for providers in the emergency room or urgent care setting, but other healthcare workers will likely benefit as well. Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/psych-review-of-systems/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/KE4vISijOZ4 CME course details: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/cme...

Mar 24, 20229 minEp. 15

Neuro - Review of Systems

Today I'll go over medical Spanish phrases for Neuro - review of systems (ROS). This dialogue is mainly for emergency room clinicians, but other healthcare professionals can likely benefit as well. Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/neuro-review-of-systems/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/tVzn8rYBXKY CME course details: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/cme...

Mar 10, 202215 minEp. 14

ENT - Review of Systems

Today I'll go over medical Spanish phrases to do a full review of systems (ROS) for the ear, nose, & throat (ENT). This dialogue is mainly for emergency room clinicians, but other healthcare professionals can likely benefit as well. Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/ent-review-of-systems YouTube version: https://youtu.be/raWno5itwx0 CME course details: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/cme...

Feb 24, 202210 minEp. 13

Laceration Procedure [for ER or urgent care]

Today I'll go over medical Spanish phrases for a Laceration Procedure. This dialogue is mainly for ER or urgent care providers, but other healthcare professionals can likely benefit as well. For more help with medical Spanish, check out the resources below! Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/laceration-procedure-dialogue/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/FhUVKhOZQP4 CME course details: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/cme...

Feb 10, 202211 minEp. 12

Medical Specialists in Spanish [& ED f/u plan]

Today I'll go over medical specialty names in Spanish, plus some phrases you may want to use to explain the follow-up plan when a patient is leaving the ER. This dialogue is designed for emergency medicine clinicians (doctors, PA’s, or NP’s who work in the ER), but other healthcare professionals can likely benefit as well. For more help with medical Spanish translations, check out the resources below! Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/medical-specialists-spanish/ YouTube version:...

Jan 27, 202216 minEp. 11

Anatomy Overview part 2 (trauma focus)

Today I'll go over a list of anatomy terms in Spanish. This is the 2nd half of a 2-part series. The focus here is anatomical terms you’d use during a trauma exam, but it’s a pretty good head-to-toe overview of Spanish anatomy in general as well. For more help with medical Spanish vocab, check out the resources below! Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/anatomy-overview-trauma-focus/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/f22v96XBWzM CME course details: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.or...

Jan 13, 202210 minEp. 10

Anatomy Overview part 1 (trauma focus)

Today I'll go over a list of anatomy terms in Spanish. This is part 1 of a 2-part series. The focus here is anatomical terms you’d use during a trauma exam, but it’s a pretty good head-to-toe overview of Spanish anatomy in general as well. For more help with medical Spanish vocab, check out the resources below! Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/anatomy-overview-trauma-focus/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/DuPpoJkoQbw CME course details: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/cme...

Jan 06, 202212 minEp. 9

Meds / Algs / Surg / Soc / Fam hx [for ER Providers]

Today I'll go over medical Spanish phrases you could use for to ask your patient about medications, allergies, surgical history, social history, and family history. This dialogue is geared towards emergency medicine clinicians (doctors, PA’s, or NP’s who work in the ER), but other healthcare professionals can certainly benefit as well. For more help with medical Spanish translations, check out the resources below! Blog version here: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/meds-algs-surg-soc-fam-hx/ ...

Dec 23, 202112 minEp. 8

Trauma / MVA - Physical Exam [for ER Providers]

Today I'll go over the medical Spanish phrases you may want to use for Trauma / MVA Physical Exam. This dialogue is mainly for emergency medicine clinicians (doctors, PA’s, or NP’s who work in the ER), but other healthcare professionals can likely benefit as well. For more help with medical Spanish translations, check out the resources below! Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/trauma-physical-exam/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/DzBNWBW5kx8 CME course details: https://www.learn...

Dec 16, 202114 minEp. 7

SOB - Testing & Treatment [for ER Providers]

Today I'll go over the medical Spanish phrases you may want to use for Shortness of Breath Testing / Treatment. This dialogue is mainly for emergency medicine clinicians (doctors, PA’s, or NP’s who work in the ER), but other healthcare professionals can likely benefit as well. For more help with medical Spanish translations, check out the resources below! Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/shortness-of-breath-testing-treatment/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/GVTkzWyAJDA CME cou...

Dec 09, 202115 minEp. 6

FYI: "Essential EM Spanish" CME course currently on sale

The medical Spanish CME course I helped develop called "Essential EM Spanish" is currently on sale! In this episode I explain the details of the course, including who it's for, and the current promo. (There's also a standing discount for 10% off using code LMS10, in case you hear this later.) Find the course here: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/cme

Dec 08, 20214 min

COVID19 - HPI [for ER Providers]

Today I'll go over the medical Spanish phrases you may want to use for COVID - History of Present Illness (HPI). This dialogue is mainly for emergency medicine clinicians (doctors, PA’s, or NP’s who work in the ER), but other healthcare professionals can likely benefit as well. For more help with medical Spanish translations, check out the resources below! Blog version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/covid-19-hpi/ YouTube version: https://youtu.be/UA2joLUC72E CME course details: https://www...

Dec 02, 202115 minEp. 5

Fever - PMH [for ER Providers]

Today I'll go over the medical Spanish phrases you may want to use for Fever - Past Medical History (PMH). This dialogue is mainly for emergency medicine clinicians (doctors, PA’s, or NP’s who work in the emergency room), but other healthcare professionals can likely benefit as well. For more medical Spanish vocab help, check out the resources below! Blog version here: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/fever-pmh/ YouTube version here: https://youtu.be/bwZ8CJD6H1U CME course here: https://www.l...

Nov 24, 202112 minEp. 4

Chest Pain - ROS [for ER Providers]

Today I'll go over the medical Spanish phrases you may want to use for Chest Pain - Review of Systems (ROS). This dialogue is mainly for emergency room clinicians (doctors, physician assistants, or nurse practitioners), but other healthcare professionals can likely benefit as well. For more help with medical Spanish translations, check out the resources below! Full episode details here: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/chest-pain-ros/ YouTube version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/60s...

Nov 18, 20219 minEp. 3

Abdominal Pain - HPI [for ER Providers]

Today I'll go over a medical Spanish dialogue on how to do an HPI on a Spanish-speaking patient with abdominal pain. Most of the questions are yes/no, with a few short answer. This is targeted at emergency room clinicians, but may be useful for other medical professionals as well. YouTube version: https://youtu.be/Rz1ZCCvQjPQ Blog post version: https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/abdominal-pain-hpi/...

Nov 08, 202110 minEp. 2

Intro to "Learn Medical Spanish"

Here I explain what types of topics the Learn Medical Spanish podcast will cover, what my background is, and how you can get the most out of these episodes. By the way, if you have a suggestion about future episodes, just leave a comment on one of my YouTube videos. :)

Nov 06, 20215 minEp. 1
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