International Medical Communication in English (Michigan Series in English for Academic & Professional Purposes) [Paperback]

John Christopher Maher (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0472081748 | ISBN-13: 978-0472081745 | Publication Date: April 15, 1992 | Edition: 1

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.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 200 pages
• Publisher: University of Michigan Press/ESL; 1 edition (April 15, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0472081748
• ISBN-13: 978-0472081745
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.9 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,043,605 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Reference Book for Non Native Speakers of English in the Medical Field., May 17, 2011

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This review is from: International Medical Communication in English (Michigan Series in English for Academic & Professional Purposes) (Paperback)

I have taught English to international health and medical professionals for the past five years and would say that this is a 'must have' book for any non-native speaker of English in the Medical profession. The book is an easy to use reference book, with very practical information. There are many sample letters, sample conversations with patients, formats for oral presentations, formats for writing a medical journal article and more. I'm using it now with a Japanese researcher here in the US as she prepares to present her research at a conference. This book is giving her the confidence to challenge the task of presenting in front of native speakers. She will also use this book when she returns to her country in order to maintain contacts and connections she has made here in the US.

5.0 out of 5 stars The book that every international medical worker needs, August 31, 2010

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This review is from: International Medical Communication in English (Michigan Series in English for Academic & Professional Purposes) (Paperback)

I got the used one but it was pretty good. I find this book very useful and some part of it is absolutely necessary for any M.D.