No Barrier

Our CEO Eyal Heldenberg raises an important point: knowing 'some Spanish' isn't enough for medical encounters with Spanish-speaking patients. Healthcare providers need proper language support to deliver effective care. While many providers try to manage with limited language skills, this approach falls short of what patients deserve. Eyal's latest piece explores innovative solutions including technology, professional interpreters, and smart strategies to bridge language gaps and improve patient outcomes. Read more about how we're working to remove language barriers in healthcare and ensure #EquityInHealthcare for all patients. #Healthcare #LanguageBarriers #PatientSafety #MedicalCommunication #AI #HealthTech"

??? NEW EPISODE ALERT: "Emergency Care Across Languages" with Dr. Jeffrey Chen We're excited to share the latest episode of ???????? ?????????????? ??????????, featuring Jeffrey Chen, MD, emergency physician at Mills Peninsula Hospital and No Barrier's Head of Medical Affairs! In this heartfelt conversation, Dr. Chen takes us through his journey navigating language barriers in Bay Area emergency departments, where patients speak Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Arabic, and many other languages. ?? ?????????????? ????????????????????: ? The reality of language barriers in fast-paced emergency settings ? Dr. Chen's personal journey learning Spanish as a medical student (including a humorous story about translation mistakes!) ? The challenges with traditional medical interpretation methods ? How cultural nuances impact healthcare decisions beyond just language Dr. Chen shares both the struggles and funny moments of cross-cultural healthcare communication, from waiting on interpreter phone lines to accidentally using inappropriate Spanish words during procedures! As he says, "Every second counts in the ER" - which is why we're committed to making medical interpretation immediate and accessible for all healthcare providers. Listen to the full episode now:?https://lnkd.in/d9_mVQcX #MedicalInterpretation #HealthcareEquity #AIInHealthcare #LanguageAccess #EmergencyMedicine #NoBarrier

We now support ???? Japanese! Track our language coverage: https://lnkd.in/dbg9DiUn

During Patient Safety Awareness Week 2025, let's address a critical but often overlooked safety issue: language barriers in healthcare. When patients can't effectively communicate their symptoms, understand treatment plans, or ask important questions, the consequences can be life-threatening. Research shows patients with limited English proficiency face a significantly higher risk of adverse events and medical errors. True patient safety requires breaking down these invisible walls. Healthcare that isn't accessible isn't safe—period. Let's commit to a future where language never stands between a patient and quality care. Everyone deserves to be heard, understood, and treated safely, regardless of the language they speak. #PatientSafetyAwarenessWeek #HealthcareEquity #LanguageAccess #PatientCenteredCare

When we talk about "language access" in healthcare, we're addressing a dual challenge: First, it's about the ?????????????????????? ?????????? of limited English proficiency patients to receive equitable care in their own language. This is non-negotiable for patient safety, dignity, and outcomes. But "access" is also an ???????????????? ????????????????. Healthcare institutions shouldn't have to choose between providing essential language services and managing their budgets. Too many healthcare institutions are bound to expensive interpretation platforms that strain already limited resources. We believe true access means both patients AND healthcare systems breaking free from barriers: ? Patients from language barriers ? Healthcare systems from prohibitive costs The future of equitable healthcare requires solutions that address both sides of the access equation. When language services become more affordable, they become more available to those who need them most. It's time to reimagine what language access truly means in modern healthcare. #HealthcareEquity #LanguageAccess #MedicalInterpreter #HealthcareInnovation #PatientCare

We now support ???? Hindi! Track our language coverage: https://lnkd.in/dbg9DiUn

?? AI in Medical Translation: Capabilities and Limitations: Our latest article examines how artificial intelligence is transforming language barriers in healthcare settings. We’re discussing the current ???? ???????????????????????? ?????? ?????????????????????? in medical translation and interpretation, recent studies’ data - and practical implementation strategies for healthcare organizations. As healthcare providers serve increasingly diverse populations, effective communication solutions become essential. This assessment explores where AI excels and where human interpreters remain irreplaceable in medical contexts. ???????? ?????? ???????? ?????????????? for an in-depth examination of this emerging technology: https://lnkd.in/dR93dB6B #HealthcareTechnology #MedicalTranslation #PatientCare

We now support ???? Haitian Creole! Track our language coverage: https://lnkd.in/dbg9DiUn

We're thrilled to welcome Ilan Shapiro MD MBA FAAP FACHE to No Barrier's Advisory Board! ?? As a distinguished healthcare leader and passionate advocate for Latino communities across Los Angeles and California, Dr. Shapiro brings invaluable expertise to our mission of breaking down language barriers in healthcare through AI-powered medical interpretation. His tireless work championing healthcare access and culturally competent care for Latino families, combined with his extensive clinical experience, will be instrumental in guiding our commitment to bridging communication gaps between healthcare providers and patients. #HealthcareTechnology #MedicalInnovation #HealthcareAccess #AIinHealthcare #HealthcareEquity

??? Introducing Care Culture Talks - a new podcast exploring the fascinating intersection of healthcare and cultural diversity! In our debut episode, Deborah Gilboa, MD shares profound insights from her 25 years as a family physician, highlighting the critical importance of cross-cultural communication in healthcare. "???????? ???? ?????? ????????????'?? ??????????????????, ???????? ???? ?????? ??????????????????'?? ?????????????? ??????????, ???? ?????? ??????'?? ???????????????????? ????????'?? ?????????? ????, ???? ?????? ??????'?? ?????????????? ?????????????????????? ????????'?? ?????????????????? ???????? ??????, ?????? ???? ?????? ???????????? ??????'?? ???????????????????? ?????? ???????? ???? ?????????? ???? ????, ????'?? ???????????? ???????????????????? ???? ?????? ???????? ???????? ???? ???? ???? ??????????????." - Dr. G ?????????????? ????????????????????: ? From theater to medicine: How working in deaf theater shaped her understanding of healthcare barriers ? Eye-opening stories about cultural misunderstandings in medical setting ? Why seemingly simple gestures can have profoundly different meanings across cultures ? The delicate art of delivering sensitive medical news across cultural boundaries ? A compelling vision for how AI could transform cross-cultural healthcare communication ?? Listen to the full episode to discover how healthcare providers can better serve diverse communities through improved communication and cultural understanding -?https://lnkd.in/dyKuD7Bv #HealthcareInnovation #CulturalCompetency #MedicalCommunication #HealthEquity #PatientCare