Spanish Language Genetic Counseling: Research and Resources
By ryandahlhauser ‐ September 7, 2023
Language concordance has shown to help build rapport, trust, and understanding of information within a medical session. This podcast first explores findings from a published paper by Amana de Leon on the subject as it relates to genetic counseling. It then discusses helpful advice and resources from the Co-Chairs of the National Society of Genetic Counseling Spanish Special Interest Group. There are many opportunities out there to help providers learn another language, from a few simple words to use when interacting with patients or to achieve fluency.