🩺In this episode, we teach the essential Medical English vocabulary you need for doctor visits and health appointments in the United States. You’ll learn how Americans talk about checkups, primary care physicians, specialists, and common medical tests. These words are used every day in clinics, hospitals, and doctor’s offices.

We also explain important U.S. healthcare terms such as copay, referral, authorization, labs, and blood draw. These terms can be confusing for English learners, especially if you are new to the U.S. healthcare system. This episode breaks everything down clearly so you can understand medical conversations and paperwork with confidence.

This lesson is perfect for B1–B2 English learners who want practical English for real-life situations. Whether you are living in the United States or simply want to expand your English vocabulary, this episode will help you talk about health, doctors, and medical care more naturally.

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📝 Vocabulary list:

1) Physician – A formal term for a doctor, especially in a medical context.

2) Primary care physician (PCP) – A doctor you see regularly for general health checkups.

3) Specialist – A doctor who focuses on a specific area of medicine.

4) Checkup – A routine visit to a doctor to make sure you are healthy.

5) Blood draw – When blood is taken for medical tests.

6) Labs – Short for laboratory tests, often involving blood, urine, or other samples.

7) Family medicine doctor – A primary care doctor who treats patients of all ages.

8) Internal medicine doctor – A primary care doctor who treats only adult.

9) Pediatrician – A doctor who treats children and teenagers under 18.

10) Follow up – To return to a doctor for continued care after an appointment or treatment.

11) Copay – The money a patient pays for a medical service in addition to what insurance covers.

12) Chronic condition – A long-term health problem, like diabetes or high blood pressure.