Class

Article

College

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Department

Languages, Philosophy and Communication Studies Department

Faculty Mentor

Elsa Pérez

Presentation Type

Poster Presentation

Abstract

Differing languages can create barriers in many aspects of society. None are as impactful as the language barriers built in the medical field. These barrier can prevent patients from getting the proper care they need. Medical interpreters are specifically trained to bridge these barriers.

  • Online translation services are readily available in today’s world; however, they are unable to confront the issues faced by non-English speakers in the medical field.
  • Human interpreters can directly confront each language barrier faced within the medical system.

Location

Logan, UT

Start Date

4-10-2024 11:30 AM

End Date

4-10-2024 12:20 PM

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Linguistics Commons

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Apr 10th, 11:30 AM Apr 10th, 12:20 PM

Human Interpreters Help Break Down Language Barriers in the Medical Field

Logan, UT

Differing languages can create barriers in many aspects of society. None are as impactful as the language barriers built in the medical field. These barrier can prevent patients from getting the proper care they need. Medical interpreters are specifically trained to bridge these barriers.

  • Online translation services are readily available in today’s world; however, they are unable to confront the issues faced by non-English speakers in the medical field.
  • Human interpreters can directly confront each language barrier faced within the medical system.