This set of Spanish nouns covers key medical terms for confident communication in healthcare settings.

Essential Spanish Nouns for Healthcare: Navigate Medical Terms

Medicine: A substance used to treat or prevent illness, typically prescribed by a doctor.

Pharmacy: A place where medicines are prepared, sold, or dispensed.

Pills: Small, solid pieces of medicine to be swallowed, often used to treat various conditions.

Pain: A physical or emotional sensation of discomfort or suffering.

Factory: A building or group of buildings where goods, such as medical products, are manufactured.

Syrup: Liquid medicines taken orally to treat illnesses, especially for the throat or coughs.

Company: An organization or business involved in the production or distribution of goods or services.

Medical equipment: Tools or devices used in medical settings to diagnose or treat patients.

Mask: Protective coverings for the mouth, often used in medical contexts to prevent infection.

Hospital / Hospitals: Large medical institutions where people receive treatment, especially when seriously ill.

Antibiotics: Medicines used to treat bacterial infections.

Patients: Individuals receiving medical care from doctors or nurses.

Flu: A common viral infection that affects the respiratory system, causing fever, body aches, and fatigue.

Nurse: A trained professional who cares for the sick or injured, often working under the supervision of a doctor.

Scientists: People who study or practice science, conducting research and experiments.

Vaccines: Biological preparations that provide immunity against specific diseases.

The sick: People who are suffering from an illness or disease.

Doctor / Doctors: Trained professionals licensed to treat patients and diagnose diseases.

Medical exams: Tests or evaluations done by doctors to check the health of a person.

Medical plan: A health insurance policy or coverage that provides financial assistance for medical treatments.

Surgeon: A doctor specialized in performing surgeries.

Medical consultation: A meeting between a patient and a doctor to discuss health concerns and treatments.

Boss: The person in charge of managing a team or a department, such as in a hospital or clinic.

Nurse / Nurses: Plural form of "nurse," referring to multiple trained healthcare workers who care for patients.