Medical translation

Medical translation is one of the most challenging types of translation. Highly specialized medical information is particularly difficult to comprehend. This is due to the text being saturated with chemical, anatomical, and pharmacological terminology, abbreviations, units of measurement, and medical Latin. Medical translation is essentially a scientific and technical process. To ensure an accurate translation, the specialist must be well-versed in the terminology of the natural sciences. The quality requirements are quite strict, as a mistake could cost a person their health.

The Specifics of Medical Translation

The unique challenge of translating medical texts lies in ensuring maximum accuracy, conveying information fully, and explaining complex data in the target language. Typically, medical texts—such as drug summaries—contain information about the drug’s intended use, possible contraindications, the required dosage, side effects, and other factors that may directly impact human health. That is why a translator must be a highly professional individual who diligently consults dictionaries and reference materials in search of the most accurate definition or term. A specialist who translates medical documentation has no room for error. There is no place for translator’s discretion here, as the accuracy of the translation often determines the correct diagnosis, the prescription of appropriate treatment, and, consequently, the patient’s life and health.

One of the most distinctive features of scientific and technical texts is the high frequency of specialized terminology. Medical translation is in high demand and, at the same time, one of the most challenging types of translation. A specialist engaged in interpreting texts of this kind must possess not only in-depth subject-matter expertise in medicine, as well as knowledge in chemistry, biology, pharmacology, psychology, and other fields closely related to medicine, but also a thorough understanding of the source text and proficiency in Latin, which is the primary language of medicine.

There are several main types of medical translation:

• Translation of medical documents: sick leave certificates, discharge summaries, medical records, health insurance policies, etc.;
• Translation of medical equipment manuals: installation and operating instructions;
• Translation of medical and scientific literature: textbooks, books, and reference materials; medical articles and collections of scientific papers;
• Pharmaceutical translation: medication guides, prescriptions, etc.

Each of them has its own unique characteristics, which the translator must understand.

Given the complexity of translating medical texts, there are few specialists in this field, but the demand for them continues to grow every year. The staff at the MacroGlobal Translation Agency have over five years of experience in this field.

Let’s list the challenges of medical translation:

• specific terms that require correct and accurate rendering;
• a large number of highly specialized abbreviations and acronyms;
• requirements regarding specificity, lack of ambiguity, and 100% accuracy in conveying the content of the original source;
• the differences between systems for measuring volume, mass, etc.;
• regional variations in terms and names;
• the difficulty of deciphering handwritten medical records;

The experts at MacroGlobal Translation Agency take every detail into account. We provide high-quality and affordable medical translation services.

Turnaround times for medical translations

Translation time depends on the volume and content of the text to be translated. Among other things, we have experience translating the following types of medical texts:

• discharge summaries, medical histories, case histories; results of laboratory and diagnostic tests;
• opinions from specialists in relevant fields (endocrinologists, oncologists, neurologists, etc.);
• descriptions of clinical trials of drugs and treatment methods;
• pharmaceutical instructions describing how medications work, as well as specific instructions for taking and using them. Here is a description of the side effects;
• operating manuals for specialized equipment;
• specialized literature—including scientific articles, presentations, and reports, as well as dissertations, monographs, reference books, and manuals.

Order our service now to get an estimate of how long it will take to translate your text. We handle projects of any size. Contact us, and our managers will provide a quote and offer a free consultation on the details of your order.

How much does a medical translation cost?

The cost of a medical translation is determined based on the type, length, and complexity of the document. The price is calculated based on the number of characters, the format, and the number of languages into which the information needs to be translated.

Rush translations are also available, but they incur an additional fee since we prioritize them. The surcharge is calculated based on an urgency factor—ranging from a 50% to 100% surcharge.

Standard translation rates:

• per standard accounting page — starting at 200 UAH,
• For a single accounting page of increased complexity — starting at 210 UAH.

For a personalized quote, please contact the MacroGlobal Translation Agency.

Why You Should Choose Us for Your Medical Translation Needs

✧ MacroGlobal Translation Agency offers medical translation services in over 50 languages.

✧ We work professionally and confidentially.

✧ We offer discounts and loyalty programs to our regular and large customers.

✧ Our staff consists of professionals who are well-versed in medical matters.

✧ We thoroughly analyze the information and accurately convey even the most complex details.

✧ We accept orders online, by phone, via messaging apps, and on social media.

✧ If needed, we can prepare a translation for certification or for subsequent printing/publication.

✧ We provide fast, affordable medical translation services.