By Amanda Reed, Enterprise
New technology will help reduce the language gap between doctors and patients at Good Samaritan Medical Center, hospital officials say. Good Samaritan has purchased 130 “Interpreter Phones,” which will be installed in patient rooms. The technology, called “NexTalk” will ease language barriers for patients and patrons who speak limited English and improve medical interpreters’ abilities to communicate with patients in a language they understand. NexTalk uses a webcam and portable computer that works as a communication medium for deaf patients and those who speak limited English. The program supports American Sign Language and multiple spoken languages. The medical center has 10 laptops equipped with the technology.
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