Medical Interpreting Training Program (MITP) for the UK based interpreters

Cleveland Clinic London is happy to announce the launch of the Medical Interpreting Training Program (MITP) for interpreters based in the UK who are aiming to develop their skills in the medical interpreting field.

The full program consists of eight sessions over two months; once a week from 9:30-16:30 . The participants have the choice of either attending individual sessions as CPDs or to register for the whole eight session course with the exam at the last session to obtain a certificate of MITP. Please note only participants who attended all seven sessions and took exam (session 8) for completing MITP will receive a certificate.

Our partners in this course are the National Register for Public Service Interpreting (NRPSI), the London Metropolitan University (LMU) and the Association of Interpreters and Translators (AIT).

By registering for this event you are registering for the following session:

Session 4: Body Systems for Medical Interpreting | Part 2

Summary of the session

Comprehensive knowledge of the body systems is essential for effective medical interpretation. This session will delve into the anatomy and physiology of various body systems, providing you with a solid foundation to interpret medical discussions with precision and understand the terminology and concepts that form the basis of healthcare communication. This is part 2 of the body systems sessions.

You may be interested in attending part 1 of Body Systems which will be held on Tuesday, 21 May.

About the Speakers:

Bayan Abughaida

Has an MA in Conference Interpreting (LMU), MA in Interpreting & Translation (Durham University), MA in IT for Management, DPSI (English Law), and a Certificate in Bridging the Gap for Medical Interpreters & Medical Terminologies and Body Systems (USA). She is Leading a team of interpreters at Cleveland Clinic London, an Associate Lecturer at London Metropolitan University, and a Researcher and Project Consultant. Bayan has over 10 years interpreting experience in London.

Abulghasem Belghasem is a CCL medical interpreter. With an MD background, mainly in cardiology, therefore, has a vast experience in body systems and diagnosis. Abulghasem has an exceptional ability to simplify complex medical cases for interpreters from both his expertise in the medical field and as a current interpreter at CCL.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

33 Grosvenor Pl, 33 Grosvenor Place, London, United Kingdom