International Medical Communication in English

This text was designed to meet the communication needs of medical personnel and students around the world who do not speak English as a first language. It is not an exercise book, but a reference that guides the user through various situations in which effective communication is needed. Topics covered include doctor-patient conversation; medical terminology; numerical expressions; surgical and medical equipment; examinations; speaking at medical meetings; seminar discussion; writing medical papers, letters, notes, and curriculum vitae; and telephoning within a hospital.Not available in the U.K.