"The Professional English series is designed for both pre-work students and those already working.
English for Health Sciences is suitable for university students at the intermediate leval who want to use their English for international communication in Health Science fields.
- Medical language is presented and developed through a variety of integrated four-skills activities revolving around different case studies.
- Job-related situations such as diagnosing, treating, and referring patients give students the opportunity to practice English in professional contexts.
- A grammar resource is provided for review and self-study.
- A picture dictionary and glossary highlight common and more challenging medical vocabulary for intermediate level students.
- An international English audio program with a variety of American, British, and non-native accents trains the listening skills required in today's global community.
- A comprehensive Teacher's Resource Book provides teachers with photocopiable test materials, step-by-step teaching notes, answer keys, and photocopiable activities to extend reading, writing, communication, and grammar skills." (Book back-cover).

Contents

To the Teacher

Unit 1: Making a diagnosis Lesson 1: So, what can I do for you Lesson 2: When did the problem begin Lesson 3: I'd like to examine you Lesson 4: What's the diagnosis Lesson 5: Let me explain your diet Lesson 6: To put it more simply Team Project 1

Unit 2: Working under pressure Lesson 1: If you are not sure, ask Lesson 2: He'll be fine, Mr Slenkovich Lesson 3: Has he ever fainted before Lesson 4: I'd like to ask you a few questions Lesson 5: We need to take a sample Lesson 6: Can I explain the procedure Team Project 2

Unit 3: Breaking bad news Lesson 1: Can you describe the pain Lesson 2: It's how you say it Lesson 3: It's getting you down, isn't it Lesson 4: We need a psychiatric evaluation Lesson 5: It might be multiple sclerosis Lesson 6: I'm afraid to say that... Team Project 3

Unit 4: Calling in the Stroke Team Lesson 1: She can hardly speak Lesson 2: How many fingers can you see Lesson 3: We need to run a few more test Lesson 4: What medication would you prescribe Lesson 5: Let's decide your rehabilitation plan Lesson 6: I'm going to teach you some exercises Team Project 4

Unit 5: Referring a patient Lesson 1: I can't put up with the pain Lesson 2: Thank you for referring the patient Lesson 3: Let's examine your mouth Lesson 4: Follow the postoperative advice Lesson 5: Your test results are back Lesson 6: You are very lucky Team Project 5

Unit Reviews

Grammar Resource

Picture Dictionary

Glossary

Audio Script