Dr. John Sanders with Brigitte Morales & Jacob Heninger | Broadening Cultural Experience and Reducing Bias
Aug 14, 2024 ·
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In this episode of the Voyage Clinics Podcast, Dr. John hosts two guests, Jacob Heninger and Brigette Morales. Jacob, a recent graduate from BYU with a degree in Spanish, focuses...
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In this episode of the Voyage Clinics Podcast, Dr. John hosts two guests, Jacob Heninger and Brigette Morales. Jacob, a recent graduate from BYU with a degree in Spanish, focuses on medical interpretation and is applying to medical school. Brigette, originally from Switzerland, shares her journey of learning multiple languages, including German, Dutch, and Spanish, which has enriched her personal and professional life. She emphasizes the importance of teaching foreign languages in schools to foster cultural understanding and tolerance.
The discussion explores the role of interpreters in medical settings, highlighting the necessity for trained professionals to ensure effective communication and patient autonomy. Both guests reflect on the impact of learning languages on reducing biases and improving cross-cultural interactions. They also touch on the importance of self-care for maintaining mental clarity and minimizing biases, particularly in high-stress professions like medicine. The conversation underscores the value of cultural sensitivity and empathy in building strong, trust-based relationships in both personal and professional contexts.
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The discussion explores the role of interpreters in medical settings, highlighting the necessity for trained professionals to ensure effective communication and patient autonomy. Both guests reflect on the impact of learning languages on reducing biases and improving cross-cultural interactions. They also touch on the importance of self-care for maintaining mental clarity and minimizing biases, particularly in high-stress professions like medicine. The conversation underscores the value of cultural sensitivity and empathy in building strong, trust-based relationships in both personal and professional contexts.
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| Author | John Sanders |
| Organization | Shaunna Sanders |
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