At 360 Smart Lingo, we’ve worked hand in hand with Healthcare organizations and their closely-related business and Healthcare partners supporting their language-related needs.
Studies have shown that internal staff, such as bilingual employees or family members, typically not possess either the necessary language skills or the medical knowledge to provide accurate and effective interpretation in healthcare settings. This said, professional interpreters have been found to significantly reduce medical errors, liability and improve patient outcomes and patient experience.
A study published in the Journal of General Internal Medicine found that professional interpreters were associated with a 19% decrease in the odds of adverse events compared to ad hoc interpreters (such as internal staff).
360 Smart Lingo interpreters are specifically trained in medical terminology and cultural sensitivity, ensuring accurate and culturally appropriate communication between healthcare providers and patients.