CHALLENGES IN MEDICAL & CONFERENCE INTERPRETING
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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.
Chapters
1. Introduction and Guest Welcome (00:00:00)
2. Razan's Journey to Becoming an Interpreter (00:00:36)
3. Choosing Medical Over Legal Interpreting (00:03:17)
4. Handling Interruptions in Medical Interpreting (00:04:46)
5. Conference Interpreting Insights (00:08:46)
6. Daily Life of a Medical and Conference Interpreter (00:12:12)
7. Challenges and Strategies in Interpreting (00:17:28)
8. Advice for Aspiring Interpreters (00:29:06)
9. Equipment and Future Plans (00:30:13)
10. Conclusion and Farewell (00:31:18)
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