Student scientific and practical conference at the college:
“Medical terminology in two languages: Latin roots and English communication in international practice”
March 31, 2025
A student scientific and practical conference (part 1, part 2) was held at our college, dedicated to an important topic – the use of Latin and English in medical terminology. The event was organized by the Central Committee of Foreign Languages and Latin with the active participation of students.
The participants of the conference examined in detail how Latin became the basis of modern medical terminology, why English is key for international medical communication, and how the combination of these two languages helps in the translation of specialized texts and professional communication with patients.
The reports at the conference covered the following topics:
Latin is the basis of modern medical terminology – its influence on anatomical, diagnostic and pharmacological terms.
English as the language of international medical communication – the role of English in the professional environment and its use during internships and international conferences.
The relationship between Latin and English in medical terminology – how Latin roots shape English medical terms.
Medical text translation: challenges and life hacks – difficulties and useful tips when translating medical texts, in particular Latin abbreviations.
Professional communication of a medical professional with a foreign patient – practical dialogues and tips on the correct use of medical terms in communicating with patients.
The event was prepared by teachers of the Central Committee of Foreign Languages and Latin together with students
ЗТ – 21: Fedotova Daria, Setko Krystyna
Ф – 20: Pardaeva Kateryna, Kalyuzhny Yehor
M – 22: Fridman Kristina, Melnyk Sofiia
M – 11: Vavilova Mariia, Sapielnyk Mariia
Ф – 10: Sashchuk Alisa
M – 21: Grabovska Viktoriia
M – 10: El Zhardali Kristina, Bitsukova Kateryna
The conference was a great opportunity for students to deepen their knowledge, expand their understanding of the role of medical terminology, and improve their professional communication skills.
Thank you to all participants and organizers for their active work and interesting reports!
