You know you need an interpreter, and you have found listings for several companies that provide them. But what type of interpreter service do you need? When you are looking for professional interpreting services, it is helpful to know exactly what to ask for.…
Language barriers can be a significant challenge in healthcare. Ensuring full language access isn’t just a compliance issue—it’s a fundamental matter of equity, diversity, and inclusivity. Here’s how creating a comprehensive language access plan can transform healthcare experiences for providers and their patients. Benefits…
Language services are imperative for businesses today, especially with instant global communication, increased cultural diversity, and cross-border business facilitated by technology. Among different interpretation services, there are three basic types: In-person or onsite interpreting services, video remote interpreting (VRI) and over-the-phone interpreting (OPI). Each…
FAQ -Language Access Services for Healthcare If you’re looking for healthcare interpreting or translation services, you likely have some questions. Fortunately, as a healthcare interpreting company serving hospitals and healthcare systems for over 35 years, we at Interpreters and Translators, Inc. have heard…
Why Over-the-Phone Interpreting? Depending on which expert study you believe, body language accounts for up to 75% of human communication. That being the case, why would anyone choose to use over-the-phone interpreting (commonly referred to as OPI) as a preferred language service? In-Person Interpreting…
Interpreting can be beneficial to break through language barriers and allow for everyone to communicate with each other without any confusion of information. Everyone involved can feel connected which can also be beneficial for business credibility and professionalism. This article will explain the different…
Unlike immigration court proceedings, USCIS does not provide you with an interpreter for your immigration interview; therefore, you must find your own interpreter for the interview. Interpreting by telephone is efficient when the sole purpose of the participants is to gather simple facts and…
Once upon a time, about ten months ago, I moved to a new country in South America. I needed to find an international job but didn’t have a work visa yet. So I put my feelers out and began networking with expats, reading online…