New Pocket Guide:Spanish for Medical Professionals – ¡Ahora Hablo! Medical Edition

On November 19, 2007, award winning author, M.H. Graham released a new easy Spanish book for medical professionals:¡Ahora Hablo! Medical Edition, “Simple Steps to Communicate with Spanish-speaking Patients”

The focus of Ahora Hablo! Medical Edition is minimal grammar for maximum communication and simple communication strategies that medical personnel can build on to develop their Spanish skills. It isn’t meant to replace a translator or interpreter, rather to converse with patients to increase their comfort in medical situations. The book is pocket-sized, 230 pages and retails for $9.95.

Earlier this month, USA Book News, the premiere online magazine and review website for mainstream and independent publishing houses, selected Graham’s book ¡Ahora Hablo Travel Edition, Seven Simple Steps to Authentic Spanish as the winner of the National Best Books 2007 Awards in the Language Guide category.

M.H. Graham has over 20 years experience teaching Spanish. She earned a Master’s Degree in Spanish from Marquette University(1985) and National Certification in World Languages (2004). She’s lived and studied in both in Spain and Mexico, worked in Milwaukee’s Hispanic community and in the private sector. More information and links to practice Spanish at www.ahorahablo.com. “*

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