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: en-us Episodes: 100

Medical Spanish Podcast
Podcast Episodes
DNR Order in Spanish: Navigating Palliative Care [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:24
Learn the essential vocabulary for discussing a DNR order in Spanish and enhance your palliative care conversations. LEVEL-ADVANCED The post DNR Order in Spanish: Navigating Palliative Care appeared first on Doc Molly.
Explaining CPR in Spanish [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:53
Learn how to discuss CPR in Spanish for patient families dealing with advanced dementia. Essential insights await. 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.
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.