Medical Spanish Podcast

Medical Spanish Podcast

Author: Molly Martin, MD Language: English Episodes: 100
Navigating a clinical conversation in a second language requires more than just vocabulary; it demands cultural nuance, specific phrasing, and a deep understanding of patient care contexts. The Medical Spanish Podcast, created by practicing physician Molly Martin, MD, addresses this exact challenge. This audio resource is designed for healthcare providers, students, and medical professionals who already have a foundation in Spanish and are ready to move beyond basics into the complexities of real-world practice. Each episode functions as a focused, interactive lesson, breaking down dialogues, terminology, and grammar pertinent to specialties like emergency medicine, pediatrics, or primary care. You'll hear authentic patient-provider scenarios, explanations of colloquialisms used in various Spanish-speaking communities, and practical tips for improving comprehension and fluency during high-stakes interactions. The goal is to build not just language skill, but also the confidence to connect genuinely with patients. By listening to this podcast, you engage in a form of continuing education that directly enhances the quality of care you can deliver, blending clinical expertise with linguistic competence. Dr. Martin draws from her own experience at the bedside to create content that is immediately applicable, making this an essential tool for anyone committed to breaking down language barriers in medicine.
Episodes
Medical Spanish for End-of-Life Care: A Story from Guatemala [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:00
This is the fifth and final lesson in la historia de Ingrid. Follow a Guatemalan family through the last days of a leukemia battle in this Medical Spanish end-of-life patient interview. Luis González describes alarming l…
Leukemia Hospitalization | Medical Spanish from Guatemala [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:07
Learn essential Medical Spanish terms related to leukemia hospitalization, transfusions, chemotherapy, and the crucial role played by family. The post Leukemia Hospitalization | Medical Spanish from Guatemala appeared fi…
Facing Leukemia | An AMA Discharge in Spanish – A Patient’s Journey [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:36
Navigate the challenges of an AMA discharge in Spanish while following Ingrid's family's leukemia journey and their decisions. The post Facing Leukemia | An AMA Discharge in Spanish – A Patient’s Journey appeared first o…
Diagnosing Leukemia in Spanish – A Story from Guatemala [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:09
Follow a family from Guatemala through a difficult diagnosis — and learn the vocabulary and phrases for diagnosing leukemia in Spanish. The post Diagnosing Leukemia in Spanish – A Story from Guatemala appeared first on D…
Symptoms of Leukemia in Spanish – A Story from Guatemala [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:43
Learn medical Spanish through a real leukemia story: symptoms, misdiagnosis, and early warning signs from a Guatemalan family’s experience. The post Symptoms of Leukemia in Spanish – A Story from Guatemala appeared first…
Medical Spanish for Asking About Substance Use [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:57
In this lesson, we practice how to start a clinical conversation about drug use in Spanish. We focus on asking clear, professional, and respectful questions to use in the hospital, clinic, or emergency room. The post Med…
Medical Spanish for Assessing Eczema in Children [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:59
Learn medical Spanish to assess eczema in children, including how to talk about flares, itching, and topical steroid use, using patient-friendly language. The post Medical Spanish for Assessing Eczema in Children appeare…
Say Happy Holidays in Spanish! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:42
Learn holiday greetings in Spanish with Eliza and me. Learn to say Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and more! The post Say Happy Holidays in Spanish! appeared first on Doc Molly.
Assessing Orientation in Spanish | Mental Status Exam Basics [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:57
Assessing Orientation in Spanish using practical, real-world questions for a patient-centered mental status exam. The post Assessing Orientation in Spanish | Mental Status Exam Basics appeared first on Doc Molly.
Explain Patient Monitoring in Spanish with the Passive “Se” [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:51
Learn essential vocabulary and how to explain patient-monitoring devices in Spanish using the passive “se.” The post Explain Patient Monitoring in Spanish with the Passive “Se” appeared first on Doc Molly.