Brief introduction to the mechanisms of the English language in order to master the syntax for oral and written production; practice and related exercises will be carried out in case of difficulty. Individual reading aloud of scientific articles to overcome the obstacles in pronunciation, to increase the speed and fluency of words, and to work on stress and intonation. Learning to listen. Definitions and description of the professional role. Acquisition of the medical-scientific lexicon, with related phrasal verbs. Specific human anatomy. Communication between the professional and the patient, and between colleagues. The professional will be able to describe the techniques employed and the instruments, read articles in a foreign language, take part in meetings abroad, and communicate both in oral and in written form. Interactive reading and discussion of the most significant issues. Individual presentations of scientific topics with personal comments.