Medical Spanish Podcast
Molly Martin, MD
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Free interactive Medical Spanish lessons for intermediate to advanced learners. The podcast helps healthcare professionals improve their Spanish communication skills for patient care. Each episode covers medical vocabulary, phrases, and cultural nuances. Hosted by Dr. Molly Martin, it offers practical language training for clinical settings.
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Discussing Hypoglycemia in Spanish 17.08.2026 5минHow do you counsel a patient on low blood sugar in Spanish? In this episode, Daniela Grave plays the role of a doctor counseling a patient with diabetes about hypoglycemia. You'll hear the clinical term "hipoglucemia" alongside the phrase Spanish-speaking patients actually use — "un bajón de azúcar." Then we look at one word that causes real confusion in the exam room: mareo, which can mean vertigo, faintness, or nausea. LEVEL – INTERMEDIATE 00:00 - Introduction 01:12 - Dialogue 02:44 - Mareo 04:21 - Closing Read the full lesson with the dialogue, translations, and clarifying questions. https://docmolly.com/discussing-low-blood-sugar-in-spanish/ Watch video lesson on YouTubehttps://youtu.be/NeOw3emS3os Already a member? Break down this consultation line by line in the Hypoglycemia module of our Diabetes course. https://docmolly.com/module/hypoglycemia/ Not a member yet? ¡Hazte miembro! https://docmolly.com/#membership Gracias a Daniela Grave por su ayuda con esta lección. https://docmolly.com/about/#team Gracias por estudiar español médico con nosotros. -
Activities of Daily Living in Spanish 23.07.2026 15минWhen admitting a patient to the hospital, understanding their level of independence is crucial. Can they dress themselves, cook for themselves, and get around safely? Do they drive? This information helps us understand the events that led up to a patient's presentation and whether they'll need extra support once they return home. In this beginner-friendly lesson, we're covering how to ask about independence, getting around, and driving in Spanish. LEVEL – BEGINNER 00:00 - Introduction01:44 - Independence09:27 - Getting Around12:10 - Driving14:16 - Closing Read the full lesson on our blog:https://docmolly.com/activities-of-daily-living-in-spanish-for-healthcare/ Watch the video version of this lesson on YouTube:https://youtu.be/WvVjCNcro-I?si=Km9xvzqky6nHVyqp Already a member? Access this lesson, Activities of Daily Living in Spanish for Healthcare, in the Social History module of our History and Exam course.https://docmolly.com/course/bb20-activities-of-daily-living-lesson Not a member yet? ¡Hazte miembro!https://docmolly.com/#membership Gracias a Luis Almeida por su ayuda con esta lección.https://docmolly.com/about/#team Gracias por estudiar español médico con nosotros. -
Foot Conditions in Spanish for Medical Professionals 29.06.2026 14минThis episode was suggested by two listeners who wrote in asking for vocabulary related to foot care. It turns out this topic is richer than it might first appear — the vocabulary comes up regularly in podiatry, primary care, wound care, and beyond. Recorded with medical Spanish teacher Daniela Grave, from Mexico. Already a member? Access this lesson, Common Foot Conditions, in the Podiatry Module of our Spanish for Primary Care Course. Not a member yet? ¡Hazte miembro! LEVEL – INTERMEDIATE 00:00 - Introduction01:29 - Toenails and skin08:04 - Common foot conditions Gracias a Daniela Grave por su ayuda con esta lección. Gracias por estudiar español médico con nosotros. Read the full lesson and get more Medical Spanish practice: Foot Conditions in Spanish for Medical Professionals -
Medical Spanish for End-of-Life Care | A Story from Guatemala 27.05.2026 13минThis is the fifth and final lesson in la historia de Ingrid. Follow a Guatemalan family through the last days of a leukemia battle in this Medical Spanish end-of-life patient interview. Luis González describes alarming lab results, a doctor's shocking words about Ingrid's white blood cell count, and the urgent return to the hospital on a Saturday afternoon — where Ingrid walked in on her own power despite critical lab values. Already a member? Access this lesson, End of Life and Grief, within the Leukemia – Ingrid's Story module of our Spanish for Cancer Care course. Not a member yet? ¡Hazte miembro! LEVEL – UPPER INTERMEDIATE 00:00 - Intro02:01 - The last visit to the hospital04:21 - Vocab and Notes11:12 - Sepsis Gracias a Luis González (de la Cultural Spanish School) por compartir su historia con nosotros. Gracias por estudiar español médico con nosotros. Read the full lesson and get more Medical Spanish practice: Medical Spanish for End-of-Life Care: A Story from Guatemala -
Leukemia Hospitalization | Medical Spanish from Guatemala 04.05.2026 21минThis is the fourth lesson in la historia de Ingrid. In this episode, we follow Luis González as he describes Ingrid's prolonged hospitalization, his role as a messenger, the transfusions, and the start of outpatient chemotherapy. We also explore the emotional shock Ingrid felt when she experienced hair loss, the most feared side effect of chemotherapy. Already a member? Access this lesson, Chemotherapy, Hair Loss and Daily Life with Leukemia, within the Leukemia – Ingrid's Story module of our Spanish for Cancer Care course. Not a member yet? ¡Hazte miembro! LEVEL – UPPER INTERMEDIATE 02:41 - Hospitalization in Xela, family's role, initial treatments08:43 - Vocabulary and notes18:35 - Discharge from hospital, starting outpatient chemotherapy Gracias a Luis González (de la Cultural Spanish School) por compartir su historia con nosotros. Gracias por estudiar español médico con nosotros. Read the full lesson and get more Medical Spanish practice: Leukemia Hospitalization | Medical Spanish from Guatemala -
Facing Leukemia | An AMA Discharge in Spanish – A Patient’s Journey 22.04.2026 16минThis is the third lesson in la historia de Ingrid. Follow a Guatemalan family through a leukemia diagnosis, an AMA discharge, and critical life-or-death decisions. Luis González describes Ingrid's fear in a public hospital in Guatemala City, the decision to sign a voluntary discharge form against medical advice, and their journey to Quetzaltenango (Xela), where a hematologist confirms the diagnosis and recommends immediate hospitalization. Already a member? Access this lesson, Facing Leukemia | Leaving the Hospital AMA, within the Leukemia – Ingrid's Story module of our Spanish for Cancer Care course. Not a member yet? ¡Hazte miembro! LEVEL – UPPER INTERMEDIATE 02:07 - An AMA discharge07:00 - Vocabulary and notes14:41 - Facing leukemia in Xela15:36 - Closing Gracias a Luis González (de la Cultural Spanish School) por compartir su historia con nosotros. Gracias por estudiar español médico con nosotros. Read the full lesson and get more Medical Spanish practice: Facing Leukemia | An AMA Discharge in Spanish – A Patient’s Journey -
Diagnosing Leukemia in Spanish | A Story from Guatemala 03.04.2026 11минThis is the second lesson in la historia de Ingrid. Follow a family from Guatemala through a difficult diagnosis, and learn the vocabulary and phrases for diagnosing leukemia in Spanish. Luis takes Ingrid to a hospital in Santiago, where blood work, X-rays, and other studies are performed over a couple of days. A visiting hematologist reviews the results and delivers the diagnosis directly, and the family is referred urgently to the Hospital Nacional in Guatemala City. Already a member? Access this lesson, Diagnosis and Shock, within the Leukemia – Ingrid's Story module of our Spanish for Cancer Care course. Not a member yet? ¡Hazte miembro! LEVEL – UPPER INTERMEDIATE 02:30 - The tests at the Santiago hospital04:55 - Vocabulary and notes08:47 - The diagnosis Gracias a Luis González (de la Cultural Spanish School) por compartir su historia con nosotros. Gracias por estudiar español médico con nosotros. Read the full lesson and get more Medical Spanish practice: Diagnosing Leukemia in Spanish – A Story from Guatemala -
Symptoms of Leukemia in Spanish – A Story from Guatemala 24.03.2026 9минToday we're starting a brand new series — one of the most meaningful things Doc Molly has made for this podcast. On a recent trip to Guatemala, she sat down with Luis González, one of the directors of the Cultural Spanish School in San Pedro La Laguna, who shared the story of his late wife, Ingrid, diagnosed with leukemia in 2018. Over this series, we'll follow her story from the very first symptoms through diagnosis, treatment, and her passing — learning the Spanish to talk about all of it along the way. Already a member? Access this lesson, The First Signs, within the Leukemia – Ingrid's Story module of our Spanish for Cancer Care course. Not a member yet? ¡Hazte miembro! LEVEL – UPPER INTERMEDIATE 00:00 - Intro02:03 - The purple mark and the cellulitis05:55 - Vocabulary Gracias a Luis González (de la Cultural Spanish School) por compartir su historia con nosotros. Gracias por estudiar español médico con nosotros. Read the full lesson and get more Medical Spanish practice: Symptoms of Leukemia in Spanish – A Story from Guatemala -
Medical Spanish for Asking About Substance Use 24.02.2026 12минIn this episode, we practice how to start a clinical conversation about drug use in Spanish. We focus on asking clear, professional, and respectful questions to use in the hospital, clinic, or emergency room. Already a member? Access this lesson, Asking About Drug Use, within the Substance Use module of our Spanish for Mental Health course. Not a member yet? ¡Hazte miembro! LEVEL – UPPER INTERMEDIATE 00:00 - Intro01:27 - Introducing the topic02:53 - What types of drugs?05:38 - How do you use it?08:51 - Pattern of use10:56 - Asking about consequences Gracias a Luis Almeida por su ayuda con el español de esta lección. Gracias por estudiar español médico con nosotros. Read the full lesson and get more Medical Spanish practice: Medical Spanish for Asking About Substance Use -
Medical Spanish for Assessing Eczema in Children 13.01.2026 14минLearn medical Spanish to assess eczema in children, including how to talk about flares, itching, and topical steroid use, using patient-friendly language. Watch the video lesson on YouTube! Already a member? Access Assessing Eczema in Children within our Spanish for Primary Care course. Not a member yet? ¡Hazte miembro! LEVEL – UPPER INTERMEDIATE 00:00 - Intro01:43 - Dialogue02:26 - Frequency of flares03:58 - Always itching05:37 - Topical steroid use08:36 - Clearing up the eczema12:14 - Closing Gracias a Daniela Grave por su ayuda con el español de esta lección. Gracias por estudiar español médico con nosotros. Read the full lesson and get more Medical Spanish practice: Medical Spanish for Assessing Eczema in Children -
Say Happy Holidays in Spanish! 24.12.2025 3минDo you know how to say Happy Holidays in Spanish? In this episode, we practice saying Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and more in Spanish. Watch the video version of this lesson on YouTube. Become a member! Membership gives you access to over 500 interactive medical Spanish lessons, organized into easy-to-follow courses. LEVEL – BEGINNER 00:00 - Intro00:55 - Happy holidays01:25 - Merry Christmas01:36 - Happy New Year02:33 - Happy 2026 Gracias a Elizabeth Cortez de Español Sin Límite por su ayuda con esta lección. Gracias por estudiar español médico con nosotros. Read the full lesson: Say Happy Holidays in Spanish! -
Assessing Orientation in Spanish | Mental Status Exam Basics 18.12.2025 20минIn this episode, you'll learn how to assess a patient's orientation in Spanish. This kicks off our Mental Status Exam in Spanish series — in this first free lesson, we focus on the patient's orientation, and in upcoming member lessons, we'll practice assessing memory, attention, concentration, and language, all with a practical, clinical focus. Watch the video lesson on YouTube! Already a member? Access Assessing Orientation within our Spanish for Mental Health course. Not a member yet? ¡Hazte miembro! LEVEL – INTERMEDIATE 00:00 - Intro02:24 - Opening questions08:51 - Person10:36 - Place15:20 - Time Gracias a Daniela Grave por su ayuda con el español de esta lección. Gracias por estudiar español médico con nosotros. Read the full lesson and get more Medical Spanish practice: Assessing Orientation in Spanish | Mental Status Exam Basics -
Explain Patient Monitoring in Spanish with the Passive “Se” 18.11.2025 16минIn this episode, we begin a four-lesson series on the medical equipment and supplies used every day in patient care. We review high-value vocabulary — el termómetro (thermometer), el manguito de presión (blood pressure cuff), el oxímetro (oximeter), el monitor cardíaco (cardiac monitor), and el glucómetro (glucometer) — and practice describing their clinical use with short phrases using the passive se. Already a member? Access the full lesson, Explain Patient Monitoring in Spanish – Passive, in our Spanish for Primary Care Course: Not a member yet? ¡Hazte miembro! Chapters 00:00 – Introduction02:23 – Termómetro (Thermometer)07:16 – Manguito de presión arterial (Blood pressure cuff)09:04 – Oxímetro (Oximeter)10:24 – Monitor cardíaco (Cardiac monitor)12:26 – Glucómetro (Glucometer)14:44 – A look at what's coming for members --- Gracias a Henry Mejía, de la Cultural Spanish School (https://culturalspanishschool.com/), por su ayuda con el español de esta lección. Gracias por escuchar. ¡Hasta luego! Read the full lesson and get more Medical Spanish practice: Explain Patient Monitoring in Spanish with the Passive “Se” -
Cardiac Cath: Learn to Explain Risks in Spanish 03.11.2025 13минLearn how to explain risks in Spanish to your patients before cardiac catheterization — including bleeding, infection, and discomfort at the insertion site. This lesson is ideal for anyone who must explain risks before a procedure. Already a member? Access the full lesson, Cardiac Catheterization – Explain Risks and Complications, in our Spanish for Cardiology Course. Not a member yet? ¡Hazte miembro! LEVEL – UPPER INTERMEDIATE 01:22 – Explain risk in Spanish08:48 – Bleeding, infection, discomfort12:04 – Low blood pressure (members-only preview) Agradezco a Luis Almeida por ayudarnos con el español de esta lección. Gracias por estudiar español médico con nosotros. Read the full lesson and get more Medical Spanish practice: Cardiac Cath: Learn to Explain Risks in Spanish -
Vital Signs in Spanish for Healthcare Professionals 13.10.2025 12минLearning how to take vital signs in Spanish is a fundamental skill for any healthcare professional working in a routine clinic or primary care setting. In this episode, you'll hear an intermediate-level clinical dialogue, a vocabulary breakdown, and grammar tips to help you communicate effectively with your Spanish-speaking patients. Already a member? Access the full lesson, Vital Signs – Vocab and Interpret, in our Spanish for Primary Care Course. Not a member yet? ¡Hazte miembro! LEVEL – INTERMEDIATE 01:26 - Clinical dialogue: taking vitals03:57 - Vocabulario breakdown08:55 - Useful phrases for patient intake Agradezco a Luis Almeida y Daniela Gálviz, de Venezuela, quienes interpretan al enfermero y a la paciente en este diálogo. Gracias por estudiar español médico con nosotros. Read the full lesson and get more Medical Spanish practice: Vital Signs in Spanish for Healthcare Professionals -
Angioplasty, Stents, and Bypass in Spanish 25.09.2025 10минPractice explaining angioplasty, stent placement, and when bypass surgery may be needed — clearly and naturally in Spanish. First, you'll hear Luis Almeida from Venezuela explain the procedure just as he would to a patient. Then we break it down together, reviewing the key vocabulary and grammar so you can use it in your work. Watch the video lesson on YouTube! Already a member? Access Angioplasty, Stents, and Bypass within our Cardiology Course. Not a member yet? ¡Hazte miembro! LEVEL – ADVANCED (Ready for a challenge?) 00:00 - Intro01:24 - Explanation02:23 - Angioplasty08:17 - Placing a stent Gracias a Luis Almeida por su ayuda con esta lección. Gracias por estudiar español médico con nosotros. Read the full lesson and get more Medical Spanish practice: Angioplasty, Stents, and Bypass in Spanish -
Learn Medical Spanish for Ob/Gyn – Sex and Pregnancy Questions 02.09.2025 13минLearn essential Medical Spanish for obstetrics and improve communication with patients about reproductive health issues. Watch the video lesson on YouTube! Member? Access Sexual and Obstetric History – Essential Questions within our Gynecological History and Exam Course. Not a member yet? ¡Hazte miembro! LEVEL – INTERMEDIATE 00:00 - Intro01:20 - Vocabulary03:36 - Sexual intercourse06:23 - Pregnancy Quiero dar las gracias a Daniela Gálviz, de Venezuela, y a Daniela Grave, de México, por ayudarnos con el español de esta lección. Gracias por estudiar español médico con nosotros. Read the full lesson and get more Medical Spanish practice: Learn Medical Spanish for Ob/Gyn – Sex and Pregnancy Questions -
Coronary Angiogram in Spanish – Step by Step 11.08.2025 7минLearn to explain a coronary angiogram in Spanish — from IV placement to contrast injection and real-time imaging. First, you'll hear Luis Almeida from Venezuela explain the procedure just as he would to a patient. Then we break it down together, reviewing the key vocabulary and grammar so you can use it in your work. Watch the video lesson on YouTube! Want access to the full lesson? ¡Hazte miembro! LEVEL – ADVANCED 00:00 - Intro00:49 - Explanation of cardiac catheterization02:16 - Introduction Gracias a Luis Almeida por su ayuda con esta lección. Gracias por estudiar español médico con nosotros. Read the full lesson and get more Medical Spanish practice: Coronary Angiogram in Spanish – Step by Step -
Medical Spanish for Monitoring Diabetes 01.07.2025 14минLearn Medical Spanish for diabetes follow-up: glucose monitoring, A1c, and checking for protein in the urine, through a patient-centered dialogue followed by a vocabulary review. Watch this lesson on YouTube! Already a member? Access this lesson within our courses to get the full lesson notes, a downloadable PDF, a quiz, and mark it as complete. Become a member at docmolly.com and access all our interactive Medical Spanish lessons. LEVEL – UPPER INTERMEDIATE 00:00 - Intro01:34 - Dialogue05:05 - Vocabulary08:47 - Back to the dialogue A huge gracias to Daniela Grave from Mexico for her collaboration on this lesson! Gracias por estudiar español médico con nosotros. Read the full lesson and get more Medical Spanish practice: Medical Spanish for Monitoring Diabetes -
Symptoms and Treatment of Chlamydia in Spanish 03.06.2025 10минLearn how to discuss the symptoms and treatment of chlamydia in Spanish through a clinical dialogue and guided vocabulary review. In this case, the patient presents very few symptoms, which is typical of many chlamydia infections, especially in women, but it's still important to detect and treat the infection promptly to prevent complications. Watch this lesson on YouTube! Already a member? Access this lesson within our courses to get the full lesson notes, a downloadable PDF, a quiz, and mark it as complete. Become a member at docmolly.com and access all our interactive Medical Spanish lessons. LEVEL – UPPER INTERMEDIATE 00:00 - Introduction03:10 - Dialogue06:05 - Key vocabulary08:57 - Closing Gracias a Elizabet Cortez, de Español Sin Límite, por su ayuda con esta lección. Gracias por estudiar español médico con nosotros. Read the full lesson and get more Medical Spanish practice: Symptoms and Treatment of Chlamydia in Spanish
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