Our healthcare translation services cover the full range of clinical and administrative documentation.
Patient-Facing Documents
- Patient intake and registration forms
- Consent for treatment and procedures
- HIPAA privacy notices
- Discharge instructions and aftercare plans
- Medication guides and prescription instructions
- Appointment reminders
- Patient education materials and health brochures
Clinical Documentation
- Medical history questionnaires
- Progress notes and clinical summaries
- Lab results and diagnostic reports
- Referral letters
- Mental health assessments
Regulatory and Administrative
- Clinical trial protocols and informed consent forms
- FDA and NMPA submission documents
- Medical device instructions for use (IFU)
- Pharmaceutical labeling and packaging
- Quality management system documentation
- Staff training materials
Specialized Content
- Traditional Chinese Medicine documentation
- Research papers and academic articles
- Public health communications
- Telehealth consent and instructional materials
Our medical translation services support organizations across the healthcare spectrum.
Hospitals and Health Systems
Patient intake, consent forms, discharge instructions, and patient education. We help hospitals communicate effectively with Chinese-speaking patients.
Community Health Centers
FQHCs and community clinics serving Chinese-American populations. We provide translations that support quality care and language access compliance.
Pharmaceutical Companies
Clinical trial protocols, investigator brochures, informed consent forms, labeling, and regulatory submissions to the FDA and NMPA. We understand the dual requirements of U.S. and Chinese regulators.
Medical Device Manufacturers
Instructions for use, operator manuals, surgical guides, labeling, and regulatory documentation. Our medical device translation services help manufacturers navigate complex global markets.
Clinical Research Organizations (CROs)
Patient recruitment materials, informed consent forms, patient diaries, and site documentation for trials involving Chinese-speaking participants.
Public Health Organizations
Health education campaigns, screening program materials, and public health alerts for Chinese-speaking communities.
What is the difference between Simplified and Traditional Chinese for medical translation?
Simplified Chinese is used in mainland China and Singapore. Traditional Chinese is used in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau. The choice matters because vocabulary, phrasing, and even some medical terms differ. We identify your target audience before we begin and adapt accordingly.
How do you handle Traditional Chinese Medicine terminology?
TCM has its own terminology—meridians, qi, yin-yang, and hundreds of herbal and diagnostic concepts that have no direct English equivalent. Our linguists have experience with both TCM and Western medical terminology. They know when to use established English translations and when an explanation is needed.
Do you provide certified medical translations for regulatory submissions?
Yes. We provide certified translations suitable for FDA submissions, IRB approvals, and other regulatory filings. Our professional medical document translation services include statements of accuracy and can be notarized upon request. We also handle submissions to China’s NMPA.
What is your experience with FDA and NMPA dual submissions?
We have extensive experience translating documentation for both U.S. and Chinese regulators. The two agencies have different expectations. FDA emphasizes risk identification and control. NMPA focuses on Chinese language standardization, terminology consistency, and formatting details. We understand both sets of requirements.
Do you provide medical device translation services?
Yes. We provide medical device translation services for instructions for use, operator manuals, surgical guides, labeling, and adverse event documentation. We also provide medical device packaging translation for labels, cartons, and inserts.
How do you handle protected health information (PHI)?
We take patient confidentiality seriously. All translators sign HIPAA-compliant business associate agreements. All files are transferred and stored using encrypted, PHI-protected systems.
What is your turnaround time for Chinese medical translation projects?
Most documents of 5,000 words or fewer are completed within three to five business days. For urgent clinical needs, we offer expedited timelines. We provide a firm delivery date in our initial proposal.