A visit to the lab | Una visita al laboratorio (Ep. 10)

Sports Medicine | Medicina Deportiva (Ep. 12)

Dr. Garcia joins us to discuss non-surgical treatment options for joint pain and shares insights into bilingual medical documentation in Puerto Rico. He also shares his career journey, relocation to Wisconsin, and the unique experiences of living in Northeast Wisconsin. The conversation delves into patient-provider discussions, diagnosis, and treatment of shoulder pain, as well as advanced treatment options such as the Tenotomy with Tenex procedure. Takeaways * Non-surgical treatment options for joint pain * Bilingual medical documentation in Puerto Rico Chapters * 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Garcia's Practice * 06:36 Life in Northeast Wisconsin * 13:01 Diagnosis and Treatment of Shoulder Pain * 19:24 Advanced Treatment Options

Medical Interpreters | Intérpretes médicos (Ep. 11)

In this episode, Norma and Bart explore the use of interpreters in medical settings, focusing on the challenges and considerations for providers. They delve into the role of an interpreter, interpreting techniques and challenges, provider-patient communication with an interpreter, and end with an appreciation for the work of interpreters. Takeaways * Effective use of interpreters in medical settings * Challenges and considerations for providers using interpreters Chapters * 00:00 Introduction to Medical Spanish * 09:02 Interpreting Techniques and Challenges * 21:03 Provider-Patient Communication with an Interpreter * 27:59 Appreciation for Interpreters

A visit to the lab | Una visita al laboratorio (Ep. 10)

In this episode I introduce Ruth, who covers patient advocacy, the role of histology and pathology in patient care, and the educational pathway to becoming a histotech. The discussion concludes with a focus on empowering patients to advocate for themselves in their healthcare journey. Takeaways * Patient advocacy * Histology and pathology * Medical career pathways Chapters * 00:00 Introduction to Patient Advocacy * 07:03 The Role of a Histotech in Patient Care * 18:07 Histotech's Work in the Lab * 24:03 Advocacy in Patient-Provider Communication * 29:30 Empowering Patients to Advocate for Themselves

Lung Cancer Screening | Detección de cáncer de pulmón (Ep.9)

In this "mini-episode" Dr Mendoza and I dive into a detailed discussion on lung cancer screenings, including the criteria for screenings, shared decision-making, and the importance of periodic screenings. Takeaways * Medical Spanish terminology * Lung cancer screenings

Bronchoscopy in Spanish | La broncoscopia (Ep. 8)

In this episode I discuss bronchoscopy with Dr. Raul Mendoza, a pulmonologist. Learn medical Spanish terms related to bronchoscopy and pulmonology in general. Raul then shares some tips in what has helped him learn both English and Portuguese as a native Spanish speaker. Takeaways * Language learning tips * Medical procedures and diagnosis Chapters * 00:00 Introduction and Medical Background * 05:15 Spanish Proficiency Test and Language Learning * 10:22 Smoking and Lung Cancer Risk * 15:38 Nodule Growth and Follow-Up * 23:05 Language Learning Tips and Experience * 28:54 Conclusion and Gratitude