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Posted: Sun Sep 10, 2017 2:25pm
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harrisonk2

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I'm a bit worried about our doctor here, she only speaks Spanish (yes l know l should learn but it takes time) I've heard this could be a major problem.

My question is how to communicate when talking about my health. Do l seek a translator to help?. I need to discuss in depth what my British GP prescribed and other conditions

jimtaylor

Posted: Sun Sep 10, 2017 2:58pm

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Posted: Sun Sep 10, 2017 2:58pm

This is one of those cases where a translator isn't just useful, but essential, as a misunderstanding by either you or the doctor could have serious consequences.

Once you've got over the initial hurdle, then further routine visits should be manageable without a translator, especially if you prepare what to say in advance, translate it, and hand a print of that to the doctor.

harrisonk2

Posted: Mon Feb 19, 2018 1:43pm

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Posted: Mon Feb 19, 2018 1:43pm

Thank you Jim, i've done what you said,

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Posted: Mon Feb 19, 2018 1:43pm

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Posted: Mon Feb 19, 2018 1:43pm

Thank you Jim, i've done what you said,

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