Interpreters need to convey an accurate message, not edit the speaker’s message or style of speech.
Posts filed under Interpreter
The Best Interpreter Ever
What does your professional journey look like so far? Where are you headed? Use this exercise to map your professional experiences and goals.
The Top 5 Reasons Interpreters Should Attend NCIHC’s Annual Membership Meeting
Prior to going to Portland, Maine, the only thing I knew about the city was that it had good seafood. It turns out that Portland is much more diverse than I ever expected.
Proposal: New Prerequisite for Healthcare Interpreters
All healthcare interpreters should experience what it's lik to rely on an interpreter for their own communication needs.
When Role Boundaries Cramp Your Style
The interpreter's adherence to ethical role boundaries can leave an interpreter feeling unfulfilled and frustrated. Find alternative ways to counterbalance these frustrations.
Exploring Boundaries Between Interpreters and Medical Team Members
The medical interpreter’s professional and ethical expectations apply to everyone in every encounter. How does this influence social or personal relationships between professionals?
In Search of Bright Spots in the News
Being in touch with current events is relevant to the work of medical interpreters, but it can get overwhelming and exhausting. Be sure to find bright spots when keeping up on the news.
If Medical Interpreters Wore Body Cameras
Not many people get to see the amazing work of medical interpreters. If only they could!
Interpreting Pain
Medical interpreter deal with pain on a daily basis. Some types of pain are especially challenging to interpret.
Medical Interpreters Are Amazing
We celebrate the incredible talent and tireless dedication of professional medical interpreters. You truly are amazing. This video is dedicated to you.
10 Ways to Celebrate International Translation Day
International Translation Day will be here soon (September 30th). Make some plans to celebrate with your team of interpreters on that day!
A Note for the Medical Team about Sight Translation
Theses are a few things medical team members should keep in mind about sight translation.
The Sight Translation Booby Trap
If interpreters are not careful, sight translation can cause serious damage to communication in medical settings.
The Power of the Pre-Session
The pre-session is a powerful tool for medical interpreters.
Dear Interpreters, Your Medical Team Membership Comes with Rights and Responsibilities
Here are a few things medical interpreters can do to establish themselves as integral members of the medical team.