The Medical English Podcast

Cavities Vocabulary | Practice your Medical English (S4E7) This episode focuses on  cavities (tooth decay)  and helps you explain causes, symptoms, prevention, and treatment using simple, patient-friendly English through a realistic clinical dialogue. Enhance your communication skills with  The Medical English Collection . https://australiabiomed.com/med 🎧 Free transcript & quiz: https://aust...

Bedbugs Vocabulary | Practice your Medical English (S4E6) In this episode, we explore  bedbug infestations , focusing on describing bites, transmission, and management in calm, non-judgemental English to reduce patient embarrassment and anxiety. Enhance your communication skills with  The Medical English Collection . https://australiabiomed.com/med 🎧 Free transcript & quiz: https://australiab...

Bowel Cancer Screening Vocabulary | Practice your Medical English (S4E5) Learn how to confidently discuss  bowel cancer screening , including FIT tests and colonoscopy, using calm and reassuring medical English. This episode focuses on reducing patient anxiety and explaining screening procedures clearly. Enhance your communication skills with  The Medical English Collection . https://australiabiom...

Dental Appliances Vocabulary | Practice your Medical English (S4E4) This episode covers  dental appliances , helping you explain crowns, bridges, dentures, and implants in clear, understandable English. Practise discussing treatment options while addressing common patient concerns. Enhance your communication skills with  The Medical English Collection . https://australiabiomed.com/med 🎧 Free tran...

Breastfeeding Challenges Vocabulary | Practice your Medical English (S4E3) In this episode of  The Medical English Podcast , we focus on  breastfeeding challenges , including latch difficulties, nipple pain, positioning, milk supply, and engorgement. Learn how to explain these common issues clearly and compassionately in English, using key vocabulary in a realistic lactation consultation with a ne...

Malocclusion Vocabulary | Practice your Medical English (S4E2) This episode explores  malocclusion , helping healthcare and dental professionals explain bite problems clearly and confidently in English. Learn how to translate technical terms into simple, patient-friendly language while discussing causes, symptoms, and treatment options. Enhance your communication skills with  The Medical English C...

Asthma Management in Children Vocabulary | Practice your Medical English (S4E1) In this episode of  The Medical English Podcast , we explore  asthma management in children , focusing on clear, supportive communication about inhaler use and symptom control. You’ll learn key medical English vocabulary such as  inhaler (puffer), breathless, wheeze, reliever, and preventer , and hear how these terms a...

Learn Medical English with The Medical English Podcast. In this episode, we explore  Roundworm infection  — a common parasitic condition, especially in children, that often causes anxiety and embarrassment for families. You’ll learn essential vocabulary related to worms, deworming, itching, bloating, and albendazole, and practise turning these clinical terms into calm, simple, supportive language...

earn Medical English with The Medical English Podcast. In this episode, we explore  Breast Cancer  — one of the most important global screening and health literacy topics. You’ll learn essential vocabulary surrounding symptoms, breast changes, mammograms, screening programs, the Triple Test, and common treatment options. We also focus on how to translate complex oncology terminology into compassio...

Learn Medical English with The Medical English Podcast. In this episode, we explore  Constipation  — a common digestive complaint involving infrequent or difficult bowel movements. You’ll learn essential medical English vocabulary including  bowel movement ,  stool ,  bloating ,  fibre , and  laxative , and practise explaining causes, symptoms, contributing lifestyle factors, and simple treatment...

Learn Medical English with The Medical English Podcast. In this episode, we explore  The Menstrual Cycle (Period)  — a natural hormonal process involving monthly changes in the uterus, ovaries, and reproductive hormones. You’ll learn essential medical English vocabulary including  menstruation ,  follicular phase ,  ovulation ,  luteal phase ,  dysmenorrhea , and  menorrhagia , and practise discus...

Learn Medical English with The Medical English Podcast. In this episode, we explore  Toothache  — a very common pain condition affecting the teeth and surrounding gum tissue. You’ll learn essential medical English vocabulary including  throbbing ,  sensitive ,  cavity ,  infection , and  antibiotic , and practise explaining pain quality, dental causes, and treatment steps in clear patient-friendly...

Learn Medical English with The Medical English Podcast. In this episode, we explore  Food Poisoning (Foodborne Illness)  — a common cause of acute gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from contaminated food or drink. You’ll learn essential medical English vocabulary including  diarrhoea ,  nausea ,  toxin ,  dehydration , and  paralysis , and practise how to explain onset, high-risk complications,...

Learn Medical English with The Medical English Podcast. In this episode, we explore  Sunburn  — a common skin injury caused by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays, resulting in red, painful skin that may blister and peel. You'll learn essential medical English vocabulary including  blister ,  peel ,  sunscreen ,  hydrate , and  aloe , and practise explaining prevention, treatment, and skin c...

Learn Medical English with The Medical English Podcast. In this episode, we explore the  Blue Book  — the  Personal Health Record  used in  New South Wales  to track a child’s growth, development, and vaccinations. You’ll learn essential  medical English vocabulary  for discussing  immunisation ,  milestones ,  weight checks , and  developmental screening , along with natural phrases to explain th...

Learn Medical English with The Medical English Podcast. In this episode, we explore  Scabs  — the natural crust that forms over a healing wound as the skin repairs itself. You’ll learn essential  medical English vocabulary  to describe  healing ,  infection , and  skin integrity , and how to explain to patients when a  scab  is a normal part of recovery and when it may signal  infection  or  poor...

Learn Medical English with The Medical English Podcast. In this episode, we explore  Hiccups  — those sudden, involuntary contractions of the diaphragm that can be harmless or occasionally linked to medical conditions. You’ll learn essential  medical English vocabulary  to describe  spasms ,  irritation of the diaphragm , and  possible triggers  like  overeating ,  alcohol , or  reflux . Practise...

Learn Medical English with The Medical English Podcast. In this episode, we explore  Vertigo  — the unsettling sensation of  spinning or dizziness  often caused by inner-ear disorders such as  benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)  or  labyrinthitis . You’ll learn essential  medical English vocabulary  to describe  balance problems ,  nystagmus ,  nausea , and  treatment options  in clear, p...

Learn Medical English with The Medical English Podcast. In this episode, we explore  Dislocation  — an injury where a bone moves out of its normal joint position, often causing  pain ,  swelling , and  limited movement . You’ll learn essential  medical English vocabulary  to describe  shoulder ,  knee , or  finger dislocations , and practise explaining  X-rays ,  reduction , and  rehabilitation  i...

Learn Medical English with The Medical English Podcast. In this episode, we explore  Jaundice  — a condition where the skin and eyes turn yellow due to increased  bilirubin  levels in the blood. You’ll learn essential  medical English vocabulary  for describing  symptoms ,  causes , and  tests  such as  liver function tests  and  ultrasound , along with natural ways to explain the condition and it...

Learn Medical English with The Medical English Podcast. In this episode, we explore  Anxiety  — one of the most common mental-health presentations in clinical practice. You’ll learn essential  medical English vocabulary  to describe  symptoms  such as  restlessness ,  racing thoughts , and  shortness of breath , and how to discuss  coping strategies  and  treatment options  with empathy and clarit...

Learn Medical English with The Medical English Podcast. In this episode, we explore  Choking  — a common medical emergency that requires quick recognition and action. You’ll learn essential  medical English vocabulary  to describe  airway obstruction ,  gagging ,  coughing , and  the Heimlich manoeuvre , along with patient-friendly ways to give or explain first-aid instructions. Practise how to so...

Learn Medical English with The Medical English Podcast. In this episode, we explore  Lyme Disease  — a bacterial infection transmitted by  tick bites , often causing  rash ,  fever , and  joint pain . You’ll learn essential  medical English vocabulary  to describe  infection ,  antibiotic treatment , and  prevention , while practising natural, patient-friendly communication. Build your fluency and...

Learn Medical English with The Medical English Podcast. In this episode, we explore  Cold Sores , also known as  herpes simplex labialis  — a common viral infection that affects the lips and mouth area. You’ll learn essential  medical English vocabulary  to describe  tingling ,  blisters ,  pain , and  recurrence , as well as how to discuss  antiviral treatment  in simple, patient-friendly English...

Learn Medical English with The Medical English Podcast. In this episode, we explore  Pancreatitis  — a serious inflammation of the pancreas that can cause  abdominal pain ,  nausea , and  vomiting . You’ll learn essential  medical English vocabulary  used when describing symptoms, explaining  blood tests  such as  amylase  and  lipase , and discussing  hospital management  with patients. Practice...