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  • Medical Genetics
  • Communication Studies
  • Sociolinguistics

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  • Effective communication is crucial in genetic counseling, particularly for patients with limited English proficiency.
  • The role of language interpretation in modulating provider-patient interaction within genetic counseling remains under-examined.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the impact of language interpretation on the dynamics of communication during genetic counseling sessions.
  • To compare interactional patterns between interpreter-mediated and direct English-speaking genetic counseling sessions.

Main Methods:

  • Communication analysis of audiotaped genetic counseling sessions.
  • Comparison of seven Spanish-speaking, limited-English proficient patients with seven English-speaking patients.
  • Quantitative analysis of session length, word count, and question frequency, alongside qualitative assessment of verbal listening cues.

Main Results:

  • Session length did not significantly differ between interpreter-mediated and English-speaking groups.
  • English-speaking sessions had significantly more words exchanged (4,798 vs. 2,524) and more back-channeling responses.
  • Interpreter-mediated sessions exhibited reduced provider-patient interaction, with fewer patient questions and condensed counselor explanations.

Conclusions:

  • Language interpretation in genetic counseling may diminish the level of interactive communication.
  • Genetic counselors may adapt their communication style in interpreter-mediated sessions, potentially affecting patient engagement.
  • Further research is warranted to optimize communication strategies in interpreter-mediated genetic counseling to ensure equitable patient care.