THE ROLE OF ENGLISH IN BRIDGING THEORY AND CLINICAL PRACTICE IN PEDIATRICS

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  • Alikulova Makhfuzakhon Khurram kizi

    Assistant Teacher, Department of Uzbek and Foreign Languages Tashkent State Medical University Termiz Branch

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  • Suvonova Shahlo Fakhriddin kizi

    Student of Group 105-b, Faculty of Therapeutic Work Tashkent State Medical University Termez Branch No.

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  • Murodova Ma'mura Batir kizi

    Student of Group 105-b, Faculty of Therapeutic Work Tashkent State Medical University Termez Branch No.

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  • Norsaidov Najmiddin Mansur oglu

    Student of Group 105-b, Faculty of Therapeutic Work No. 1, Termez Branch of Tashkent State Medical University

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Keywords:
Medical English, Pediatrics, Clinical Practice, EMP, Pragmatic Competence, Communication Skills, Medical Education.
Abstract

In contemporary medical education, English functions as the dominant medium of scientific knowledge and international communication. In pediatrics—where effective interaction with both children and caregivers is essential—the ability to transfer theoretical knowledge into clinical practice is critically mediated by language competence. This article explores the role of English in bridging the gap between theoretical instruction and clinical application in pediatric training. It argues that English proficiency enhances access to evidence-based resources, supports the development of clinical reasoning, and enables effective patient-centered communication. The paper also discusses pedagogical strategies for integrating English for Medical Purposes (EMP) into pediatric education and highlights implications for curriculum design.

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2026-05-14
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Vol. 2 No. 5 (2026)
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THE ROLE OF ENGLISH IN BRIDGING THEORY AND CLINICAL PRACTICE IN PEDIATRICS. (2026). Eureka Journal of Health Sciences & Medical Innovation, 2(5), 141-150. https://eurekaoa.com/index.php/5/article/view/1004