Denton Medical Reserve Corps
Job-specific training Feb 16, 2013
The Medical Reserve Corps Interpreter (developed specifically for MRC event)
"The presenters were engaging, informative, had fantastic energy, and kept my
interest."
"The presentation was informative and an excellent use of my time on a Saturday."
"One of the best trainings I've attended."
Tyler Junior College ITP
Ethics Extravaganza: Co-Presented with Brandon Morgan from Visual Language Professionals, Feb 25, 2012
The Ethics of Medical Interpreting: They're for EVERYONE (developed specifically for TJC event)
"I would drive anywhere to see any workshops you give! The day flew by and the topics
discussed will be used by me immediately!"
"The pace and the content were perfect! Thank you for standing and sharing with us that
we do not have to hide what is real world."
"The best ethics workshop I have ever attended!"
The Ethics of Medical Interpreting: They're for EVERYONE (developed specifically for TJC event)
"I would drive anywhere to see any workshops you give! The day flew by and the topics
discussed will be used by me immediately!"
"The pace and the content were perfect! Thank you for standing and sharing with us that
we do not have to hide what is real world."
"The best ethics workshop I have ever attended!"
Virginia Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf
Medical Interpreting Institute, January 21-22, 2012
Sponsored by INOVA Health Systems
Introduction to Medical Interpreting
"For an "intro" it was very comprehensive and in depth ++A++"
"Wonderful 'validation' from speakers re: audience questions/comments. I really felt like
every question/concern will be addressed"
"This is the BEST workshop I have ever taken."
Ethics and the Law in the Medical Setting
"Very clear and practical, useful information; love the interactive nature; great job covering
the material plus incorporating comments."
"Jay is a walking RID encyclopedia - IMPRESSIVE!"
"The emphasis on learning and personal judgement allows this to be a safe venue for us all
to learn. Thank you for your time and expertise."
"Very, very well informed and experienced presenters - thank you!"
Medical Terminology for Interpreters
"Presenter has wonderful ability to transfer her knowledge to others- wonderful teaching
style- easy to listen to."
"Covered a lot of territory. Rachel is fun to learn from."
"The discussion time is fantastic!"
The Team Approach in the Medical Setting
"Very helpful- as interpreter, as a person, as a community, as a language specialist."
"I think Jay and Rachel are wonderful, insightful, caring, and very giving. Thank you for all
that you do for the interpreting profession!"
"Making me think! Nice to have opportunity to work through scenarios."
"Thank you so much for an amazing workshop and helping us grow in our profession."
Debriefing and Social Construction of Knowledge
"Great opportunity to discuss earlier issues."
"Good feedback/discussion with peers."
"Fun dialogue for healthcare interpreting; getting to know fellow interpreters."
Overall
"Loved my 2 days w/ Jay & Rachel. They are a great team!"
"This weekend has been the best series of workshops I have ever taken."
"For an "intro" it was very comprehensive and in depth ++A++"
"Wonderful 'validation' from speakers re: audience questions/comments. I really felt like
every question/concern will be addressed"
"This is the BEST workshop I have ever taken."
Ethics and the Law in the Medical Setting
"Very clear and practical, useful information; love the interactive nature; great job covering
the material plus incorporating comments."
"Jay is a walking RID encyclopedia - IMPRESSIVE!"
"The emphasis on learning and personal judgement allows this to be a safe venue for us all
to learn. Thank you for your time and expertise."
"Very, very well informed and experienced presenters - thank you!"
Medical Terminology for Interpreters
"Presenter has wonderful ability to transfer her knowledge to others- wonderful teaching
style- easy to listen to."
"Covered a lot of territory. Rachel is fun to learn from."
"The discussion time is fantastic!"
The Team Approach in the Medical Setting
"Very helpful- as interpreter, as a person, as a community, as a language specialist."
"I think Jay and Rachel are wonderful, insightful, caring, and very giving. Thank you for all
that you do for the interpreting profession!"
"Making me think! Nice to have opportunity to work through scenarios."
"Thank you so much for an amazing workshop and helping us grow in our profession."
Debriefing and Social Construction of Knowledge
"Great opportunity to discuss earlier issues."
"Good feedback/discussion with peers."
"Fun dialogue for healthcare interpreting; getting to know fellow interpreters."
Overall
"Loved my 2 days w/ Jay & Rachel. They are a great team!"
"This weekend has been the best series of workshops I have ever taken."
Hired Hands, Inc
Medical Trio Workshop, September 17, 2011
Ethics and Law in the Medical Setting
"My brain is exploding with ethical decisions and legality. Made me think about some
things in a whole new light."
"The over-all legal info was the most beneficial info that I needed for my work - Thank
you."
Medical Terminology for Interpreters
"Excellent! The medical terminology was much more specific than I anticipated! Good
reminder for self-care!"
"Good to see medical interpreting from someone so knowledgeable in both fields."
The Team Approach in the Medical Setting
"I really enjoyed the last part of this program. I liked involving real life situations. This
workshop I won’t forget."
"I found the interactive discussion and the critical friends activity very engaging and
beneficial. Very effective presentation...I was riveted, informed and thoroughly
enjoyed this teaching!"
Overall
"The day went by so quickly. You had such a smooth flow and varied presentation that
made it easy to stay focused."
"The workshop validated what I have been doing with my peers. It also provided
avenues to explain and educate peers, clients, students ….What I do and why.
Thank You."
"The presenters were very knowledgeable. It was a GREAT workshop!"
"Well organized and informative. Will definitely incorporate into my working, practicing
craft! Rachel and Jay are a great team!"
TAHIT (Texas Association of Healthcare Interpreters and Translators)
Annual Symposium, August 19-20, 2011
The Healthcare Interpreter as a Practice Profession Specialist
(developed specifically for TAHIT)
"...your presentation was SUPERIORLY executed. It was so informative and I really felt like I came away with quite a better understanding not just of the Deaf community, but Sign interpreting and how it relates to me as a Spanish interpreter."
Texas Society of Interpreters for the Deaf
Annual Conference, June 23-25, 2011
Medical Terminology
"Thanks for taking a very difficult subject and making it understandable."
"Very well organized. Very knowledgeable of the topic. Love your attitude and personality!! Love the hands on and asking our opinions and experiences."
"Great speaker. Entertaining audience gets off topic sometimes but Rachel gets them back on topic perfectly."
Virginia Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf
Medical Interpreting Institute. May 20-22, 2011
Introduction to Medical Interpreting
"Jay and Rachel are engaging and entertaining! Great job keeping everyone on
track."
"Presenters very knowledgable, helpful, informative, and thought provoking."
track."
"Presenters very knowledgable, helpful, informative, and thought provoking."
Medical Terminology for Interpreters
[the best part about the workshop was]
"Rachel's background, articulations, humor and ability to relate medical words to
interpreters…also very intelligent without arrogance."
"This was a great educational experience…please come back!!"
"Rachel's background, articulations, humor and ability to relate medical words to
interpreters…also very intelligent without arrogance."
"This was a great educational experience…please come back!!"
Ethics and Law in the Medical Setting
"Love it! ...kept us energized - the jobs, the examples, and the presenter are
fantastic."
"Great presenters who are flexible and adjust to our comments, needs, and
questions.
fantastic."
"Great presenters who are flexible and adjust to our comments, needs, and
questions.
Debriefing and Social Construction of Knowledge
[the best part about this workshop was]:
"...being able to share scenarios and exchange ideas how to improve skills"
"...networking, info, personal experiences, the presenters' preparedness"
"...being able to share scenarios and exchange ideas how to improve skills"
"...networking, info, personal experiences, the presenters' preparedness"