🩺Learn English with real-life medical vocabulary! In this episode, we help you expand your English vocabulary related to health and medicine. You will learn how to talk about doctors, checkups, and appointments in the United States. Understand the difference between a primary care physician, specialist, and pediatrician and use these words confidently in conversation.

We also explain important insurance terms, copays, referrals, and authorizations, so you can understand your medical paperwork and communicate clearly with healthcare professionals. Learn how to use phrases like follow up, labs, and wellness exam in everyday conversations. With clear examples, explanations, and real-life situations, learning medical English becomes practical and easy.

This episode is perfect for intermediate and advanced English learners who want practical vocabulary for daily life. After listening, you will feel more confident talking about medical topics in English, whether you are visiting a doctor or helping a friend understand the U.S. healthcare system. Follow along to improve your English, learn key health-related phrases, and feel confident visiting a doctor in the United States.

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📝 Vocabulary list:

1) Physician – A formal term for a doctor, especially in a medical context.

2) Primary care physician (PCP) – A doctor you see regularly for general health checkups.

3) Specialist – A doctor who focuses on a specific area of medicine.

4) Checkup – A routine visit to a doctor to make sure you are healthy.

5) Blood draw – When blood is taken for medical tests.

6) Labs – Short for laboratory tests, often involving blood, urine, or other samples.

7) Family medicine doctor – A primary care doctor who treats patients of all ages.

8) Internal medicine doctor – A primary care doctor who treats only adult.

9) Pediatrician – A doctor who treats children and teenagers under 18.

10) Follow up – To return to a doctor for continued care after an appointment or treatment.

11) Copay – The money a patient pays for a medical service in addition to what insurance covers.

12) Chronic condition – A long-term health problem, like diabetes or high blood pressure.