Book details

  • Genre:pets
  • Sub-genre:General
  • Language:English
  • Pages:120
  • eBook ISBN:9798350993141
  • Paperback ISBN:9798350993134

Conversational Spanish for Companion Animal Veterinarians and Technicians

1st Edition: Useful words and phrases

By Jacenta Parker Cox DVM

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Overview


Unlock the power of connection with this indispensable resource designed for veterinarians and veterinary technicians working with Spanish-speaking clients! This comprehensive guide equips you with the essential words and phrases to communicate effectively . From friendly greetings and small talk to the intricacies of breeds, markings, and types of pets, it has you covered. Navigate procedures, vaccines, anatomy, annual and diagnostic exams, care plan instructions, medication prescriptions, billing, and even sensitive end-of-life discussions with confidence. Organized into easy-to-use charts with helpful diagrams, this tool is your go-to for clear, compassionate communication that strengthens client relationships and enhances care.
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Description


The Resource You've Been Waiting for to Transform Your Veterinary Communication! Dr. Parker understands firsthand the challenges of learning a new language, especially when navigating the specialized terminology of veterinary medicine. As someone who mastered Spanish as a second language, she combines 25 years of language study with over 15 years of experience communicating with Spanish-speaking clients in her veterinary practice. The result? A practical, comprehensive resource designed specifically to meet your needs. This book is more than a reference; it's a bridge to more meaningful client relationships. In 12 easy-to-follow chapters, you'll gain confidence in using essential veterinary language, from basic conversations to discussing anatomy, diagnoses, treatment plans, financial matters, and even end-of-life care—all presented in a user-friendly format tailored to real-world scenarios. Created for veterinarians and veterinary technicians, this book equips you with the tools to communicate effectively in Spanish in clinical settings. Whether you're just starting or seeking to enhance your proficiency, this resource pairs perfectly with any veterinary Spanish course, empowering you to serve your clients and patients with greater ease and connection.
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About The Author


Dr. Jacenta Parker Cox is a companion animal veterinarian with a deep passion for language and culture. Born in Troy, NY, and raised in Middletown, NY, Dr. Parker has always been especially captivated by Spanish and started studying when it was offered in her public school in 8th grade. She graduated from Xavier University of Louisiana, an HBCU in New Orleans, in 2005, before earning her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2009. Outside of her professional life, Dr. Parker is supported by her loving husband, Chris, and their three wonderful sons- Carter, Tyson, and Joseph- who keep them busy. The family's pets include Pinocchio, a friendly orange domestic shorthair cat, and Shanti, a lovely Shih Tzu. In addition to her work as a veterinarian, Dr. Parker is the proud owner of a private veterinary practice in New Jersey and the founder of Vetmedspanish.com. Through Vetmedspanish.com, she offers RACE-approved continuing education courses in veterinary Spanish, as well as document translation services and private lessons for those looking to improve their Spanish skills in a veterinary context.
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