Razan Roumany, shares her journey and experiences as an Arabic and Spanish medical and conference interpreter. Razan details her early inspiration to become an interpreter, her challenges, and the fulfilling aspects of her career. From deciding between medical and legal interpreting to handling interruptions and working under pressure, Razan offers invaluable insights. She also discusses the importance of preparation, effective communication with colleagues, and how to handle challenging terminology during assignments. Whether you're a seasoned interpreter or just starting, this episode is packed with essential advice and personal stories to inspire and educate.

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Tune in to our podcast for fresh insights, practical tips, and career guidance. Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned pro, we've got you covered. Discover the latest terminology trends, get answers to your burning questions, and connect with a vibrant community of interpreters.

Our host, Maritza Vázquez, brings a wealth of experience and passion to the table. As a Spanish interpreter, linguistics enthusiast, and polyglot, she's dedicated to helping you elevate your skills and career.

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Interpreters and Interrupters welcomes Ana Fauvet, a nationally certified medical interpreter and event organizer. They discuss the delicate balance of compassion and professionalism in medical interpreting. The conversation covers the controversies of advocacy in medical settings, strategies to express compassion without breaching professional boundaries, and the crucial role of interpreters as cultural brokers. Ana shares valuable insights and personal experiences, emphasizing the importance of understanding, active listening, and empathy in interactions with patients. They also talk about Ana's inspiring event, Nadie Lucha Sola, which offers support to women undergoing cancer treatment.

*****Nadie Lucha Sola will be held Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Bruce Schroffel Auditorium, University of Colorado Hospital, Aurora, CO*****

ana.fauvet@gmail.com ! Angelessinfronteras@gmail.com

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

00:44 The Role of Compassion in Medical Interpreting

05:26 Challenges and Controversies in Medical Interpreting

08:10 Defining Roles and Responsibilities

28:06 Do's and Don'ts for Interpreters

34:29 Ana's Personal Story and Community Efforts

37:32 Organizing the Event

37:43 Inclusive Community Support

38:57 Heartwarming Stories

43:41 Handling Rejection as an Interpreter

47:32 Professionalism and Continuous Learning

47:32 Conclusion and Gratitude

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Ring of Fire 20 is the last installment of a weekly terminology practice session for all levels of interpreters and for all languages, including ASL. Terminology includes Medical, Legal, and General categories. Check out Practice 1 through 19.

CCHI Global Workforce Survey of Health Care Interpreters

In this Practice:
Legal Terms

Abstract; Brief; Bring an action; Care, custody and control; Carjacking; Cease and Desist; Change of Venue; Default Judgment; Deterrent; Egregious; Enter an Order; Frivolous; Garnish; Grant; Guidelines; Habitual Offender; Halfway House; Inadmissible; Indecent Exposure; Irrelevant; Joint Petition; Joyriding; Knowingly; Law-abiding; Leniency; Maintenance Order; Mutually-agreed upon; Notarized; Off the Record; Pain and Suffering; Quash; Reckless; Statutory Rape; Terms and Conditions; Unsupervised Probation; Visitation Rights; Work Furlough

Medical Terms - Vision

Farsighted, Nearsighted, Age-related Macular Degeneration , Astigmatism, Readers, Progressive, Transitions Coating, Glare, Flashes, Floaters, Blind Spot, Cataracts, Congenital, Endothelium, Episcleritis, Epithelium, Gritty Sensation, Lazy Eye, Ocular Hypertension, Optic Nerve, Optical Coherence Tomography, Peripheral Vision

Dental

Abutment Crown, Adult Dentition, Allogenic, Alloy, Amalgam, Apex, Bicuspid, Bilateral, Bite, Bitewing Radiograph, Bridge, Cavity, Cleft Palate, Composite, Cracked, lose, or missing teeth, Crown, Palate, Wisdom Teeth

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Ring of Fire is a weekly terminology practice session for all levels of interpreters, students, new and seasoned, and can be used for all languages, including ASL.

In this Practice:
Legal Terms
Interest Rate; Tax Rate; Exchange Rate; Rental Rate; Success Rate; Overtime Rate; Discount Rate; Royalty Rate; Rate of Return; Default Rate; Hourly Rate.

Medical Terms
Heart Rate; Mortality Rate; Respiratory Rate; Complication Rate; Resting Heart Rate; Basal Metabolic Rate; Infant Mortality Rate; Filtration Rate.

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In this episode, we explore the steps to becoming an interpreter in the United States. We delve into the differences between translators and interpreters, types of interpreting, and essential questions to ask yourself before starting this career. Discover the pathways to training, certification, and job opportunities, including the nuances of working with agencies and hospitals. Whether you're switching careers or starting anew, this guide provides valuable insights to help you on your journey.

US Court Interpreting Info
Indeed.com
ACEBO
Challenges of Over-the-Phone Interpreting
Community Interpreting
Expert Tips from an ASL Interpreter
Working as a UN Interpreter with Gillian Curry

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Ring of Fire is a weekly terminology practice session for all levels of interpreters, students, new and seasoned, and can be used for all languages, including ASL.

In this Practice:
Legal Category
Gross Misdemeanor, First Offender, Financial Statement, Voluntarily Committed, Reading of Rights, Burglarious Tools

General Category
Civil Celebrant, Sewar, Sewage, Able-bodied Adults Without Dependents, Impound, Eligibility Worker, Premises, Harmful, Hectic, Midterm, Loan Servicing, Public Works, Independent Medical Evaluation

Medical Category - Medications
Amoxicillin, Metformin, Lisinopril, Amlodipine, Atorvastatin, Azithromycin, Diazepam, Gabapentin, Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs, Simvastatin, Cephalexin, Singulair, Dicyclomine, Losartan, Alprazolam, Simvastatin, Cephalexin, Dicyclomine, Losartan, Alprazolam, Metronidazole, Glipizide, Pregabalin, Trazodone, Albuterol, Nystatin, Nayzilam aka Benzodiazepine, Cetirizine, Prednisone, Narcan, Amlodipine, Alprazolam.

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Maritza shares her personal experiences and challenges during interpreting tests and provides information on the different formats and requirements that will help you be successful.

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