MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION CENTER IN TRIVANDRUM

  MEDICAL TRANSCRPTION AS A PROFESSION   A n individual who performs medical transcription is known as a   medical transcriber   ( MT ) or a   Medical Language Specialist   ( MLS ). The equipment used is called a   medical transcriber,   e.g., a cassette player with foot controls operated by the MT for report playback and transcription. Education and training can be obtained through certificate or diploma programs, distance learning, or on-the-job training offered in some hospitals, although there are countries currently employing transcriptionists that require 18 months to 2 years of specialized MT training. Working in medical transcription leads to a mastery in medical terminology and editing, ability to listen and type simultaneously, utilization of playback controls on the transcriber (machine), and use of foot pedal to play and adjust dictations – all while maintaining a steady rhythm of execution. Medical transcription training no...