Medical Interpretation for English to Arabic

Arabic, a Semitic language rich in history and cultural significance, is known for its complex script and diverse dialects. It's the liturgical language of Islam, adding to its global importance. Arabic's structure is unique, with a root-based system that allows for the creation of numerous words from a single base. This language is also known for its poetic nature, often seen in classical literature, modern prose, and poetry. Its script, written right-to-left, is noted for its beautiful calligraphy, which is an art form in itself.

Arabic is predominantly spoken in the Arab world, which spans across the Middle East and North Africa. It's an official language in 22 countries, forming the Arab League. In the United States, Arabic-speaking communities are significant, particularly in areas with higher immigrant populations. In the US, Arabic is most commonly spoken in states like Michigan (notably in Dearborn), California, New Jersey, and New York. These states, along with others like Texas and Illinois, have seen a growing Arabic-speaking population, largely due to immigration and refugee resettlement.

How fast can we connect to a medical interpreter?

On average, in under 20 seconds — 24 hours a day, every day of the year.

Are Martti's Arabic interpreters qualified for medical settings?

Every Arabic interpreter completes 120 hours of healthcare-specific training (triple the industry standard) covering medical terminology, HIPAA, and cultural competency, and meets a minimum ILR Level 3 proficiency.

Is Arabic interpretation available by both video and phone?

Martti offers both video remote interpreting (VRI) and over-the-phone interpreting (OPI) for Arabic, on any device.

Can Arabic interpretation integrate with our EHR?

Martti integrates with Epic, Oracle Cerner, eClinicalWorks, and major telehealth platforms, with automatic session documentiation.

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