Pulmonary Function Tests in Spanish

Pulmonary Function Tests in Spanish

Author: Molly Martin, MD July 22, 2021 Duration: 6:44

This is our fourth free lesson covering Spanish for COPD. In this lesson, the doctor explains pulmonary function tests (PFTs) in Spanish.

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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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 101

Medical Spanish Podcast
Podcast Episodes
Skin and Musculoskeletal Symptoms in Spanish [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:31
Learn to ask about skin and musculoskeletal symptoms in Spanish with Luis and me in this interactive Review of Systems lesson. The post Skin and Musculoskeletal Symptoms in Spanish appeared first on Doc Molly.
When You Have to Stop Resuscitation in Spanish [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:31
Learn how to explain interventions performed during advanced cardiac life support and the decision to stop resuscitation in Spanish. The post When You Have to Stop Resuscitation in Spanish appeared first on Doc Molly.
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Duration: 0:00
Learn to ask about symptoms in the body, system by system, until you can conduct a complete Review of Systems in Spanish! The post Learn a Complete Review of Systems in Spanish appeared first on Doc Molly.
Learn Constitutional Symptoms in Spanish [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:58
Learn to ask about constitutional symptoms in Spanish with Luis Almeida and me through this interactive lesson. The post Learn Constitutional Symptoms in Spanish appeared first on Doc Molly.
Spanish for Paramedics: CPR en Route to Hospital [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:35
This is the second of 4 scenarios where the paramedics respond to an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. In this secon scenario, the patient is already in rigor mortis, and the paramedics must explain why they are not initia…
Spanish for Paramedics: Cardiac Arrest, Too Late for CPR [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:53
This is the first of 4 scenarios where the paramedics respond to an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. In this first scenario, the patient is already in rigor mortis, and the paramedics must explain why they are not initiat…
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Duration: 0:00
In this video newsletter, I show you our latest medical Spanish lessons, now with videos that include subtitles and transcripts. We discuss the latest poll results and I show you how to configure our Quizlet Sets to your…
Discussing a DNR Order in Spanish [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:24
Learn medical Spanish to discuss a DNR order and a more palliative approach to care when a patient's health is fragile. LEVEL-ADVANCED The post Discussing a DNR Order in Spanish appeared first on Doc Molly.
Explaining CPR in Spanish [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:53
We revisit a dialogue from our Palliative Care series where the doctor explains cardiopulmonary resuscitation. LEVEL - ADVANCED The post Explaining CPR in Spanish appeared first on Doc Molly.
NIH Stroke Scale in Spanish [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:30
Welcome to our series covering Spanish for the NIHSS. In this lesson, Señora Martínez presents with sudden weakness and numbness in her right leg. The post NIH Stroke Scale in Spanish appeared first on Doc Molly.