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The Development of English as an International Language of Medicine

Applied linguistics, 1986-07, Vol.7 (2), p.206-218 [Peer Reviewed Journal]

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The Development of English as an International Language of Medicine
Author: Maher, John
Subjects: English Language ; English language (Modern) ; Japan ; language ; Language Usage ; Medicine
Is Part Of: Applied linguistics, 1986-07, Vol.7 (2), p.206-218
Description: Evaluated is the extent to which English is used as an international language of medical communication. A longitudinal analysis designed to show the development of English as a medium of biomedical literature in several countries was conducted on the basis of data from the Index Medicus MEDLINE. A brief sociolinguistic profile of the role of English among the Japanese medical professions is presented. Personal interviews & observations carried out in Japan indicate that English has a unique role as a vehicle or mediator of the "natural resources" of knowledge & information. Overall, the use of English in medicine worldwide is seen to be increasing. However, as is the case for technical jargon, the use of English may potentially inhibit doctor-patient communication in non-Eng-speaking environments. Some implications for the teaching of English include the need for development of programs sensitive to the sociolinguistic situations in particular countries. 4 Tables, 3 Figures, 21 References. Modified HA
Publisher: Oxford: Oxford University Press
Language: English
Identifier: ISSN: 0142-6001
EISSN: 1477-450X
DOI: 10.1093/applin/7.2.206
CODEN: ADLSDX
Source: Alma/SFX Local Collection

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