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What to do about mistranslations in healthcare | Nura Mohamed | TEDxACHS

In this powerful video, Nura sheds light on the silent struggle faced by many healthcare students: the gap between their clinical expertise and their ability to communicate in English. She explores how language barriers can affect patient care and confidence. Thus she calls for real, practical solutions to support language equity in healthcare. Nura is a dedicated university instructor with a background in teaching English for Health Sciences. Passionate about equitable education, she strives to ensure all students, regardless of background, have access to success. Her academic focus explores the intersection of language and social studies, examining how language shapes the experiences of diverse communities.Nura believes in education as a transformative tool for empowerment. She is committed to creating inclusive learning environments that encourage critical thinking, open dialogue, and diverse perspectives.Her dedication to students and her mission to bridge educational gaps make her a passionate advocate for an equitable future. In the classroom and beyond, Nura works tirelessly to provide all students with the tools they need to thrive. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

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