Ambulatory Procedure Terminology Sample

Ambulatory Procedures is a department in many hospitals and clinics that perform different medical procedures, usually out patient. However, they perform procedures on in-patient as well.  A couple of the procedures are;

1. colonoscopy = colonoscopia
2. endoscopy = endoscopia

during the intake process patients are asked questions regarding symtoms and surgeries they have had in the past. Here are some of the words and procedures they are asked about;

1. surgery = cirugia
2. gall bladder = vesicula
3. kidney stones = calculos en los rinones
4. acid reflux = acidez o reflujo
5. garganta = throat
6. hysterectomy = histerectomia

Of course the list goes on and on. This gives you some ideas.  If you have questions regarding specific words drop me a note and I will assist you with the translation.