Medical Spanish Basics Level 2 – Spring 2023

Effective communication is crucial in the provision of health. This class is designed to help healthcare workers communicate with Spanish-speaking populations. We will apply skills learned in Level 1 and will continue to add scenarios in a medical interaction. The sessions will cover: common phrases in a clinical/medical interaction and patient instructions; common adjectives to describe levels of health issues; common phrases related to health and wellness; discussion of case studies; and the role of cultural beliefs in the provision of health. This class is appropriate for healthcare providers, students in the health field, public health professionals, and social service providers. Basic knowledge of Spanish is required or the completion of Medical Spanish Basics: Level 1 

Dr. Maria Gomez is a public health researcher and educator. Her research focuses on health disparities, minority health, and the social factors that influence health outcomes.

Class Location: University of Kentucky’s College of Nursing

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Cancellation Policy:

The Carnegie Center reserves the right to cancel a class if minimum enrollment is not met. It is best to register early to help our instructors prepare and to ensure the class does not get cancelled. We evaluate registration numbers between 6 and 2 business days before a class starts to decide whether we can hold the class. Classes that do not meet minimum enrollment may be cancelled a minimum of two business days prior to the first class meeting. All participants will be notified by email and will receive full refunds.