MEDICAL SPANISH FOR HEALTH SCIENCE STUDENTS

SPANISH 328

Focuses on the study of medical Spanish terminology and the cultural issues related to successful interactions with Spanish-speaking patients and their families in the clinical encounter. Introduces a wide array of vocabulary particular to the medical field, as well as a cultural understanding of medicine and illness in the Spanish-speaking world. Prepares to work with Spanish-speaking patients in future careers in medicine, nursing, social work, translation/interpretation, or mental health settings. Addresses cultural issues that may affect the clinical encounter with Spanish-speaking patients and their families.

MEDICINE 927

Introduces the diagnosis, treatment and management of cognitive decline in Spanish-Speaking populations, including the socioecological evaluations and coordination of care with community agencies after a diagnosis is made. Explore the intersections of health, culture and environment and delves into how public policies, healthcare processes and organizational factors affect the quality of care delivered to Spanish-Speaking individuals, and the availability and use of resources in the community.

SPANISH 317

Covers professional oral and written Spanish communication skills to prepare for interactions with Spanish-speaking patients in a clinical setting. Conducted entirely in Spanish.

SPANISH 318

Teaches professional oral and written Spanish communication skills for use in the setting of a pharmacy to communicate with Spanish-speaking patients. Conducted entirely in Spanish. A minimum of three semesters of undergraduate Spanish coursework recommended.

CHICLA/COUNPSY 331

Develop an understanding of immigrant health in the United States from the perspective of social and structural determinants. Applies concepts to a comprehensive framework for the development of health. Describes health assets and risks for specific vulnerable immigrant groups, such as women, children, and undocumented individuals and mixed immigration status families. Provides guidelines for improving immigrant access to quality health care, including language services, provider competence, policy and organizational supports, and community-based collaboration, advocacy, and research.