Medical English Core Course : The Basics of English for Medical Purposes

This textbook can be used in the classroom or as a self-study resource, and has been designed for students in the early stages of their medical education who have already covered basic anatomy and physiology in their studies.

Designed for English as an Additional Language (EAL) learners at the early stages of medical education who have already completed basic anatomy and physiology, Medical English Core Course develops vocabulary through an integrated four-skills approach, connecting with learners’ existing medical knowledge. Ideal for use in one-year medical English courses or for self-study, this textbook equips learners with the essential skills to build confidence and communicate effectively in medical English. Key features include:14 content-rich units focusing on major body systemsAn integrated approach combining anatomical knowledge with clinical languageTechnical essays with vocabulary-building tasks and comprehension questionsMimetic speaking tasks to reinforce key contentDoctor–patient dialogues with listening, reading, and role-play activitiesSelf-study sections covering treatment-related languageSupplementary advice sections for aspiring medical professionalsAn index of key medical terms and a glossary of word partsOnline support materials, including a teacher’s guide and audio filesMedical English Core Course is the result of a collaborative project between applied linguists and medical professionals based in Hiroshima, Japan. Together, they have created a comprehensive, hands-on, learner-oriented resource to support the development of core medical English skills.