Talking Medicine 1

This book is the first, introductory part of an updated series of textbooks dedicated to medical Czech. It is intended for international medical students. It provides an overview of basic medical terminology and practises the communication skills needed to work in the Czech healthcare environment. It focuses on everyday, basic practical situations in interactions with patients, including paediatric care. The main emphasis is on developing communication skills – the dialogues and exercises prepare students for real-life practical situations. The textbook is suitable for both classroom teaching and self-study. By providing clear vocabulary, useful phrases and recordings, it offers students a solid foundation on which they can build during their further studies of medical Czech.