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At the doctor's conversation.
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Good morning, Mr. Johnson.
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How are you feeling today?
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Good morning, doctor.
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I've been experiencing some pain in my chest and shortness of breath.
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It's been bothering me for a few weeks now.
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I'm glad you came in.
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It's important not to ignore any chest-related symptoms.
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Let me ask you a few questions to better understand your condition.
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Have you noticed if these symptoms occur during any specific activities or times of the day?
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Yes.
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I've noticed that it happens mostly when I push myself physically,
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like when I'm climbing stairs or walking fast.
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All right.
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Do you have any history of heart disease in your family?
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Not that I'm aware of.
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My parents and siblings don't have any heart-related issues.
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Based on your symptoms and their relation to physical activity,
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it's important to consider your heart health.
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I'd like to order an electrocardiogram also called ECG.
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To get a baseline assessment of your heart's electrical activity,
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it will help us determine if any abnormalities are present.
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I trust your judgment, doctor.
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Please go ahead with the necessary tests.
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I want to make sure everything is okay.
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Thank you for your trust, Mr. Johnson.
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In the meantime, I recommend making some lifestyle changes to support your heart health.
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Have you been following a balanced diet and engaging in regular exercise?
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I must admit my diet hasn't been the healthiest lately.
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And my exercise routine is almost non-existent due to work.
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It's never too late to make positive changes, Mr. Johnson.
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A heart-healthy diet with fruits,
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vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins,
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along with regular physical activity,
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can significantly improve your heart's condition.
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It's also essential to manage stress and get enough sleep.
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That would be great, doctor.
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I'm ready to commit to a healthier lifestyle.
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Are there any medications I should be taking or any other treatments we should consider?
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We'll wait for the ECG results before discussing specific medications as they will depend on the findings if necessary.
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We may consider prescribing medications to manage your symptoms and support your heart health in the meantime.
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I encourage you to take it easy and avoid any heavy activities.
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I appreciate your guidance, doctor.
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I'll be cautious and prioritize my health.
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Is there anything else I should be aware of or any warning signs I should watch out for?
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Some warning signs to watch out for include severe chest pain or pressure,
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pain radiating to your arms or jaw,
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and sudden shortness of breath even at rest.
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If you experience any of these symptoms,
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it's crucial to seek immediate medical attention.
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I'll keep a close eye on those symptoms and won't hesitate to reach out for help.
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Thank you for your time and expertise.
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You're welcome, Mr. Johnson.
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Remember, we're here to support you every step of the way.
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Let's focus on getting your test schedule and making those positive lifestyle changes.
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We'll discuss the results and next steps once we have more information.
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Take care and feel better.
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Thank you, doctor.
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I appreciate your care and concern.
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I'll be in touch and follow your advice.
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Goodbye.
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Goodbye, Mr. Johnson.
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Take care and stay well.
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Part 2 Hello again, Mr. Johnson.
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I have the results of your ECG,
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and I'm happy to say that your heart rhythm appears normal.
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That's a relief to hear, doctor.
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So, does that mean my symptoms are not related to any heart issues?
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While the ECG results are reassuring,
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we still need to investigate further.
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To determine the exact cause of your symptoms,
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other factors, like lung function,
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would be contributing, I suggest a few more tests to get a clearer picture.
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I understand, doctor.
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What tests do you recommend?
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I'd like to conduct a pulmonary function test to assess your lung function and a stress test to evaluate your heart's response.
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To physical exertion, these tests will help us gather more information.
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All right, doctor.
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I'll proceed with the tests.
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I appreciate your thoroughness in finding the cause.
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It's important for us to have a full understanding of your health.
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Mr. Johnson, these tests will help us rule out any underlying conditions and guide us toward an accurate diagnosis.
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In the meantime, I encourage you to continue with the lifestyle modifications we discussed earlier.
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Absolutely, doctor.
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I've been making conscious efforts to improve my diet and incorporate exercise into my routine.
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It's challenging, but I understand the importance of prioritizing my health.
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That's great to hear, Mr. Johnson.
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Lifestyle changes can have a significant impact on overall well-being.
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Please remember to listen to your body and avoid any activities that exacerbate your symptoms.
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I'll definitely keep that in mind, doctor.
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Thank you for your guidance and support throughout this process.
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It's reassuring to know that I'm in good hands.
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You're very welcome, Mr. Johnson.
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It's my duty to provide you with the best care possible.
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Once we have the results of the additional tests,
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we can schedule a follow-up appointment to discuss the findings and determine the next course of action.
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I appreciate your prompt attention, doctor.
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I'll eagerly await the results and look forward to our next meeting.
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Thank you again for your professionalism and care.
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It's my pleasure, Mr. Johnson.
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Remember, if you have any concerns or experience any significant changes in your symptoms,
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don't hesitate to reach out to me or the clinic.
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We're here to support you.
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Take care.
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And we'll be in touch soon.
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Thank you, doctor.
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Take care as well.
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And I'll be sure to keep you updated.
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Goodbye for now.
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Goodbye Mr. Johnson, wishing you the best of health.

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Vocabulario y notas de pronunciación para esta lección

Esta lección de conversación de nivel B1 se basa en el vídeo “At the Doctors 🏥 English Conversation Practice”. Las palabras que más se repiten: doctor, Johnson, symptoms, test, results. Este vídeo tiene 110 frases y 940 palabras para practicar shadowing. La parte hablada dura 6:37. El hablante mantiene un ritmo constante de unas 142 palabras por minuto, cómodo para el shadowing. El 83 % de las palabras está entre las 3.000 más comunes del inglés; conviene repasar el resto antes de empezar.

Vocabulario clave de este vídeo

Las 15 palabras más avanzadas del vídeo, con su pronunciación y significado:

PalabraPronunciaciónSignificado
symptom sustantivo/ˈsɪm(p)təm/síntoma
lifestyle sustantivo/ˈlaɪfˌstaɪl/género/estilo de vida/vivir/vivencia, estilo/género vital/vivencial
goodbye/ɡʊdˈbaɪ/adiós, hasta luego
meantime sustantivo/ˈmiːntaɪm/entretanto
medication sustantivo/mɛdɪˈkeɪʃən/medicamento, medicación
prioritize verbo/pɹaɪˈɒɹ.ə.taɪz/priorizar
reassure verbo/ˌɹi.əˈʃʊɹ/tranquilizar
shortness sustantivocortedad
hesitate verbo/ˈhɛz.ə.teɪt/vacilar, dudar
distress sustantivo/dɪˈstɹɛs/distrés, distress
lung sustantivo/ˈlʌŋ/pulmón
breathe verbo/bɹiːð/respirar
abnormality sustantivo/ˌæbˌnɔɹˈmæl.ət.i/anormalidad
eagerly adverbio/ˈiɡɚli/ansiosamente
electrocardiogram sustantivo/əˌlɛktɹəˈkɑɹdi.əˌɡɹæm/electrocardiograma

Phrasal verbs que vas a escuchar

PalabraSignificado
follow up verbodar seguimiento, dar un seguimiento
look forward to verbono ver la hora de, quedar a la espera de
rule out verbodescartar

Frases que vale la pena repetir

Frases cortas y completas del vídeo que puedes reutilizar en la conversación diaria:

  • How are you feeling today?
  • It's been bothering me for a few weeks now.
  • I'm glad you came in.
  • Do you have any history of heart disease in your family?
  • What tests do you recommend?

Gramática en este vídeo

Las estructuras que más usa el hablante, con las palabras exactas del vídeo:

EstructuraEn el vídeo
Present perfect continuous have/has been + -ing — una acción que empezó antes y continúaI've been experiencing · It's been bothering · Have you been following
Present perfect have/has + participio pasado — una acción pasada que sigue importando ahoraHave you noticed · I've noticed · hasn't been
Superlativos the -est / the most … — lo más alto o lo más bajo de un grupothe healthiest · the best
Consejo con “should” should + verbo — decir qué es buena ideashould be

Pronunciación a tener en cuenta

El hablante usa 29 contracciones y formas reducidas, como I'll, I'm, I've. Dilas en su forma corta, tal como las oyes.

  • Los sonidos de “th”: breathe /bɹiːð/, thoroughness /ˈθʌɹoʊnəs/, rhythm /ˈɹɪð.əm/, gather /ˈɡæðɚ/
  • Los sonidos de “sh” y “zh”: medication /mɛdɪˈkeɪʃən/, reassure /ˌɹi.əˈʃʊɹ/, exertion /ɪɡˈzɝʃən/, professionalism /pɹəˈfɛʃənəˌlɪzəm/, modification /ˌmɑdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
  • Palabras largas — cuida el acento: medication /mɛdɪˈkeɪʃən/, prioritize /pɹaɪˈɒɹ.ə.taɪz/, abnormality /ˌæbˌnɔɹˈmæl.ət.i/, electrocardiogram /əˌlɛktɹəˈkɑɹdi.əˌɡɹæm/, exacerbate /ɪɡˈzæsɚˌbeɪt/

Cómo practicar con este vídeo

  1. Escucha el vídeo entero una vez sin hablar y anota las palabras que no conoces.
  2. Haz shadowing frase por frase a velocidad normal, repitiendo cada una hasta que tu ritmo coincida con el del hablante.
  3. Grábate y compara con el original, prestando atención a palabras como symptom, lifestyle, goodbye.

¿Qué es la Técnica de Shadowing?

Shadowing es una técnica de aprendizaje de idiomas respaldada por la ciencia, desarrollada originalmente para la formación de intérpretes profesionales y popularizada por el políglota Dr. Alexander Arguelles. El método es simple pero poderoso: escuchas audio en inglés nativo y lo repites en voz alta de inmediato, como una sombra que sigue al hablante con solo 1-2 segundos de retraso. A diferencia de la escucha pasiva o los ejercicios de gramática, el shadowing obliga a tu cerebro y músculos de la boca a procesar y reproducir simultáneamente patrones de habla reales. Las investigaciones muestran que mejora significativamente la precisión de la pronunciación, la entonación, el ritmo, el habla conectada, la comprensión auditiva y la fluidez al hablar, convirtiéndola en una de las metodologías más efectivas para la preparación del IELTS Speaking y la comunicación en inglés en el mundo real.

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