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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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.