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
Stroke History in Spanish [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:22
Welcome to another episode covering Spanish when evaluating a patient with stroke symptoms. In this lesson, we will review some key questions when gathering a history from a patient presenting with stroke symptoms. You w…
Stroke Symptoms in Spanish [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:28
Practice vocabulary and questions related to the symptoms of a stroke in Spanish. The post Stroke Symptoms in Spanish appeared first on Doc Molly.
Learning the Chief Complaint in Spanish [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:40
Learn how to obtain a chief complaint in Spanish. Level - Advanced Beginner The post Learning the Chief Complaint in Spanish appeared first on Doc Molly.
Do you know how to use gender-inclusive language in Spanish? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:56
My Spanish teacher from Mexico, Gloria Becerril, and I discuss gender identity, sexuality, and how to use gender inclusive language in Spanish. Esperamos que lo disfrutes. The post Do you know how to use gender-inclusive…
Detection of Chagas Disease [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:43
Learn Spanish for the detection of Chagas Disease. The post Detection of Chagas Disease appeared first on Doc Molly.
Intro to Procedural Sedation in Spanish [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:22
Learn Spanish for procedural sedation. Review vocabulary for conscious sedation and ask about prior anesthesia in Spanish. The post Intro to Procedural Sedation in Spanish appeared first on Doc Molly.
Bruises, Cuts, Ruptures, Breaks, Tears, and Sprains [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:34
Practice using related verbs, nouns, and adjectives to talk about bruises, cuts, ruptures, breaks, tears, and sprains in Spanish. The post Bruises, Cuts, Ruptures, Breaks, Tears, and Sprains appeared first on Doc Molly.
Interview with Rory Foster – Medical Spanish Immersion Trips! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:33
Learn about Medical Spanish Immersion Trips to Latin America with Rory Foster of Common Ground International. The post Interview with Rory Foster – Medical Spanish Immersion Trips! appeared first on Doc Molly.
Pronominal vs Non–Pronominal Verbs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:23
In this lesson, we explore verbs with the body and learn when to use the pronominal vs the non-pronominal form of the verb. The post Pronominal vs Non–Pronominal Verbs appeared first on Doc Molly.
Questions for Knee Injury [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:32
Listen to an excerpt from our latest member lesson covering questions for a patient who injured their knee while skiing. The post Questions for Knee Injury appeared first on Doc Molly.