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The Medical English Podcast

The Medical English Podcast

Dr Heidi 84 episodes Latest May 6, 2026

The Medical English Podcast helps healthcare professionals improve their English language skills. Hosted by Dr. Heidi, it covers medical terminology, common phrases, and specialized language for various healthcare settings. The podcast breaks down complex jargon, shares real-life scenarios, and offers practical tips to enhance professional communication.

Episodes

Cluster Headaches and Patient Communication | Medical English Podcast (S4E32) May 6, 2026 00:04:47 In this episode of the Medical English Podcast, we do a deep dive into cluster headaches — one of the most painful conditions in medicine — with a focus on how to communicate clearly and compassionately with patients who are in the middle of a severe attack. When a patient is terrified and in agony, the right words are the first dose of medicine.You'll learn how to: • Replace clinical jargon with
Run down, pins and needles, and numb | Medical English (S4E31) May 3, 2026 00:04:49 In this episode of the Medical English Podcast, we tackle one of the most practical challenges for healthcare professionals: how to translate what patients are actually saying into precise clinical language — and how to document it correctly. Bridging this gap is essential for accurate records, professional communication, and confident clinical practice.You'll learn how to: • Recognise and transla
Bruising and Bleeding Explained | Medical English | S4E30 Apr 29, 2026 00:05:56 In this episode of the Medical English Podcast, we do a deep dive into the everyday but surprisingly complex world of bruising and bleeding. Our focus isn't just the clinical facts — it's on how to explain these concepts clearly and confidently to English-speaking patients, without sounding like a medical textbook.You'll learn how to: • Use the plumber analogy to explain how the body&#
Hearing Test | Medical English Podcast (S4E29) Apr 26, 2026 00:07:42 In this episode of the Medical English Podcast, we tackle an important and often overlooked area of clinical communication: how to talk to patients about hearing tests. Getting this right matters — hearing loss affects quality of life, safety, and family connection, and clear communication is the first step to helping patients understand and engage with their care.You'll learn how to: • Explai
Nasal Fractures (Broken Nose) | Medical English Podcast (S4E28) Apr 22, 2026 00:09:05 In this episode of the Medical English Podcast, we explore clear and patient-friendly language for managing and explaining nasal fractures (broken nose). Perfect for healthcare professionals who learned English as a second language, we break down key vocabulary and natural expressions used in emergency and ENT consultations:• Nasal fracture – The precise medical term for a broken nose • Deviation
Monitor Closely, Rule Out & Run Tests | Medical English Podcast (S4E27) Apr 20, 2026 00:06:28 In this episode of the Medical English Podcast, we focus on three powerful clinical phrases that doctors and nurses use every day to communicate clearly, professionally, and reassuringly with patients and colleagues. Perfect for healthcare professionals who learned English as a second language, we break down these essential expressions that will help you sound natural and confident in high-pressur
Everyday English for Healthcare Professionals: Book In, Pop In & See How You Go | Medical English Podcast (S4E26) Apr 15, 2026 00:05:33 In this episode of the Medical English Podcast, we focus on the small but powerful phrases that make a huge difference in patient communication. Perfect for healthcare professionals who learned English as a second language, we break down three commonly used expressions that will help you build rapport, sound natural, and manage patient expectations with ease:• Book in – Friendly and efficient lang
Endoscopy Explained | Medical English for Healthcare Professionals (S4E25) Apr 12, 2026 00:06:39 In this episode of the Medical English Podcast, we dive into a procedure you will see frequently in clinical practice: endoscopy. While you know the physiology, our focus is on the language you need to communicate clearly, professionally, and reassuringly with patients and colleagues.You’ll learn how to:• Explain what an endoscopy is and why it’s performed• Master essential vocabulary including en
Shock Explained | Medical English for Healthcare Professionals (S4E24) Apr 8, 2026 00:14:50 In this episode of the Medical English Podcast, we tackle one of the most critical emergencies in medicine: shock. While you already know the physiology, our focus is on mastering the language needed to communicate clearly, efficiently, and confidently in high-stakes situations.Shock is deceptively simple as a word, but in medicine, it carries life-or-death significance. Mispronounced terms, misun
CT Scan Explained | Medical English for Healthcare Professionals (S4E23) Apr 5, 2026 00:06:45 In this episode, we explore how to communicate clearly and confidently about CT scans in English clinical settings.Computed tomography (CT)—sometimes called a CAT scan—is one of the most commonly used imaging tools in modern medicine. While the technology is sophisticated, patients often feel anxious about the procedure, especially when they hear unfamiliar terms related to radiation, contrast dye
Frostbite Explained | Medical English for Healthcare Professionals (S4E22) Apr 1, 2026 00:09:39 In this episode, we explore how to communicate clearly and confidently about frostbite and cold injuries in English clinical settings.Frostbite is a time-critical medical emergency where clear instructions and rapid treatment can mean the difference between full recovery and permanent tissue damage. In high-stress environments—such as mountain rescues, emergency departments, or pre-hospital care—h
Bowel Cancer Screening Explained | Medical English for Healthcare Professionals (S4E21) Mar 29, 2026 00:07:25 In this episode, we explore how to communicate clearly and confidently about bowel cancer screening in English clinical settings.Screening for bowel cancer is one of the most effective ways to detect the disease early—often years before symptoms appear. When detected early, bowel cancer is highly treatable, making clear patient communication about screening essential for improving outcomes.You’ll

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