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EMERGENCY ROOM INTERPRETER

EMERGENCY ROOM INTERPRETER

Update: 2025-10-13
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Emergency Room Interpreter: Chaos, Challenges, and Compassion 

Senior Spanish interpreter Elena Cruz shares her journey from starting as a phone interpreter to becoming an in-person interpreter in an emergency room. 

Elena discusses the challenges of interpreting in chaotic environments, the emotional toll, and how she manages her mental health. She also provides valuable tips for aspiring medical interpreters, including the importance of note-taking and adapting quickly to fast-paced and distressing situations.

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