Effective communication is key to healthcare access, which is why the University of Rochester Medical Center provides interpretation services in 240 languages. Offering in-person, virtual, and audio options, URMC is working to break down the barriers that may prevent patients from accessing healthcare. Check out this article to learn more not only about the interpretation team, but about how physicians are working to ensure comprehensive patient access through new technology and through their Interpreter Services Program: Fluent in Compassion: How Interpreter Services Can Improve Healthcare Access.
If you’re interested in improving your language skills yourself, even if you are not seeking to become a medical interpreter, consider spending some time this summer in Coursera, an online learning platform that allows you to access professional and skill-building courses for free through the University of Rochester!
