Medical
4.8 rating
Expert
33 lessons
2 months
Medical Spanish for Pros
Medical Spanish for Pros is written for practising clinicians. It moves beyond vocabulary lists into the real communication of care: taking a history, explaining a diagnosis in plain language, obtaining consent and managing the pressure of an emergency — all with cultural sensitivity.
4.8 rating
Expert
33 lessons
2 months
What you’ll learn
- Conduct a full patient interview and history in Spanish.
- Describe anatomy, symptoms and pain accurately.
- Explain diagnoses and treatment in plain, reassuring language.
- Give medication and discharge instructions clearly.
- Communicate under pressure in emergency scenarios.
- Obtain informed consent and handle sensitive topics.
- Work respectfully across cultural and regional differences.
Course program
7 modules · 33 lessons
Module 1: La consulta / The consultation · 5 lessons
- Greeting patients — Building rapport from the start.
- Taking a history — Asking about symptoms.
- Pain vocabulary — Describing and locating pain.
- Duration & frequency — How long and how often.
- Reassuring the patient — Empathetic, calming language.
Module 2: El cuerpo / Anatomy · 5 lessons
- Body parts — External anatomy.
- Organs & systems — Internal anatomy.
- Common conditions — Naming frequent illnesses.
- Symptoms — Signs and patient complaints.
- Function & movement — Describing how the body works.
Module 3: Examen y diagnóstico · 5 lessons
- Physical exam — Instructing the patient.
- Vital signs — Blood pressure, pulse, temperature.
- Tests & imaging — Ordering investigations.
- Explaining a diagnosis — Clear, lay-friendly terms.
- Breaking bad news — Sensitive communication.
Module 4: Tratamiento / Treatment · 5 lessons
- Prescriptions — Dosage and frequency.
- Explaining medication — Uses and side effects.
- Procedures — Consent and preparation.
- Follow-up — Instructions and warning signs.
- Referrals — To specialists and services.
Module 5: Especialidades / Specialties · 5 lessons
- Emergencies — Urgent triage language.
- Paediatrics — Talking with parents.
- Women’s health — Obstetrics and gynaecology.
- Chronic disease — Diabetes and hypertension.
- Mental health — Sensitive interviewing.
Module 6: Documentación / Records · 4 lessons
- Clinical notes — Writing them in Spanish.
- Discharge summaries — Instructions to take home.
- Consent forms — Explaining and obtaining consent.
- Insurance & admin — Navigating the Spanish system.
Module 7: Práctica clínica · 4 lessons
- Roleplay — A full patient consultation.
- Telephone triage — Remote assessment.
- Team communication — Nurses and colleagues.
- Case simulation — Recorded with feedback.
Who is this for
- Doctors, nurses and paramedics with Spanish-speaking patients.
- Healthcare professionals relocating to a Spanish-speaking country.
- Medical and nursing students preparing for clinical placements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need clinical background?
Yes — this course assumes you are a healthcare professional or student and focuses on communication, not medicine.
What language level is required?
A strong B1/B2. The content is clinical and moves quickly through complex interactions.
Are regional differences covered?
Yes. The culture module addresses vocabulary and etiquette differences across Spanish-speaking regions.
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