Background Lack of communication in a family's preferred language is inequitable and
results in inferior care. Pediatric residents provide care to many families with non-English or …

Purpose To evaluate whether educational sessions on interpreter use and experience with
interpreters are associated with resident self-efficacy in the use of professional interpreters …

Objectives In academic medical centers, resident physicians are most involved in the care of
patients, yet many have little training in the proper use of interpreters in the care of patients …

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to understand different roles that interpreters play in a
pediatric, limited English proficient (LEP) health care encounter and to describe what factors …

Abstract Background Many Americans have limited English proficiency (LEP) and difficulty
communicating with health care providers, creating inequitable health care delivery. Despite …

Abstract Background The US Census confirms a rise in Spanish-speakers, many of whom
have limited English proficiency (LEP) and require interpreters. Parent perceptions of …

Abstract Background and Objectives: Cultural barriers and patient-provider language
discordance exert deleterious effects on patient care. One solution has been the integration …

More than 25 million Americans speak English “less than very well,” according to the US
Census Bureau. This population is less able to access health care and is at higher risk of …

Background: Urban children's hospitals care for a diverse patient population, including
patients with limited English proficiency (LEP). Studies show that pediatricians often rely on …

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Linguistic services, including verbal interpretation and
written translation, are critical to providing equitable health care for families with non-English …