Simply Sayin' Medical Jargon 3.10

The Simply Sayin’™ app is an acclaimed application designed to facilitate clear communication between healthcare providers, children, and families by incorporating pictures, sounds, and a user-friendly glossary of terms. Utilized by Child Life Specialists in medical facilities worldwide, this resource empowers parents to enhance their children's healthcare experiences prior to medical consultations.

Medical terminology can be daunting for children due to their distinct information processing. Simply Sayin’™ serves as a mobile tool to aid healthcare professionals in delivering age-appropriate explanations of medical concepts and procedures. The app advocates for the integration of effective teach-back methods as a standard of care.

Key features of Simply Sayin’™ include:

• An alphabetized glossary of terms
• Illustrations, photographs, and anatomical images
• Sound clips
• Option to switch between English and Spanish languages

Developed by Certified Child Life Specialists at Phoenix Children's Hospital, Simply Sayin’™ is a valuable tool crafted to help patients comprehend and navigate their medical journeys. The collaboration for this app involves Phoenix Children’s Hospital Child Life Department, the Patient and Family Alumni League (PALs), and Valley Leadership of Phoenix, Arizona.

Phoenix Children’s Hospital, a distinguished establishment recognized by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals, is the sole licensed children’s hospital in Arizona. Catering to children and families through an extensive range of services across more than 65 pediatric specialties, Phoenix Children’s Hospital upholds a commitment to superior patient care, research, and medical education.

The Patient and Family Alumni Leadership (PALs) group comprises philanthropic individuals who utilize their past experiences with Phoenix Children's Hospital to enhance the well-being of current patients and families. In parallel, Valley Leadership is a nonprofit organization dedicated to nurturing leaders who are essential in fortifying communities.

MediaKube LLC, the developer behind this innovative application, is an esteemed creator of mobile apps and digital media solutions. Through their expertise in leveraging technology for impactful communication, MediaKube collaborates with organizations of diverse sizes to effectively engage with their target audiences.