Anatomy: Upper Extremity

Anatomy: Upper Extremity

Author: Ben Tanner, PA-C March 3, 2023 Duration: 9:15

Several Spanish anatomical terms you may use when discussing problems with the upper extremity.

Blog version:  https://learnmedicalspanish.org/spanish-anatomy-upper-extremity/

YouTube version:  https://youtu.be/N71AhWaPn28

CME course details:  https://www.learnmedicalspanish.org/cme


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