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This workshop explores the blurring lines between medical and legal interpreting, offering strategies to promote accuracy, advance equity, and center Deaf clients in high-stakes encounters. Presenters Aaryn Adams and Alexandria Miller will provide practical insights on navigating these challenging settings and advocating for appropriate staffing.

Led by Jeremy Quiroga and Kelly Matamoros, this workshop guides Deaf and hearing interpreter teams in transitioning from theory to practice by utilizing five dynamic co-interpreting processes. Through hands-on practice with an "open process" approach, participants will master communication cues, navigate team power dynamics, and strengthen the collaboration necessary to enhance language access in healthcare environments.

During this session on weight loss pharmacology, presenter Nicole Fleming discusses the origins of weight loss drugs, current medications such as GLP-1’s, and the benefits, risks, and controversy of this rapidly shifting field.

Presented by Dr. Jaime Wilson and Elizabeth Ayers, this session provides participants with a practical, narrative framework for navigating the complex intersection of neuroimaging and mental health diagnostics. Attendees will master the technical language of MRI, CT, and PET scans while developing concrete strategies to translate clinical findings into accessible, dignified communication that preserves ethical boundaries.

This session with Barbara Spiecker, PhD, a deaf marine ecologist, is designed to deepen ASL-STEM interpretation by exploring spatial and kinesthetic strategies for conveying complex concepts.

This workshop led by Alicia Wooten, PhD, a Deaf biology expert, equips interpreters with the knowledge and ASL vocabulary needed to accurately convey cancer biology concepts.

This workshop led by Alicia Wooten, PhD, a Deaf biology expert, is designed to support interpreters in developing a strong understanding and foundation in cardiac function and expand their ASL vocabulary.

This interactive session with presenter Nigel Howard offers a focused review of commonly encountered legal terms and their accurate representation in ASL.

Facilitated by Kimberly Kelstone, DNP, CNM, CI, CT, this session offers an in-depth exploration of human breast health, focusing on key clinical areas including lactation, surgical augmentation or reduction, and comprehensive cancer screening and treatment. Participants will enhance their anatomical knowledge, evaluate personal health awareness, and gain a clearer understanding of national screening guidelines and modern surgical approaches.

During this session, Dr. Jaime Wilson examines the complex communication dynamics and ethical considerations that arise when Deaf caregivers and care receivers navigate the dementia care system. By exploring real-world scenarios, the session provides interpreters with practical strategies to dismantle barriers and facilitate the person-centered support essential for these families.

Led by Kellynette Gomez, this interactive workshop provides interpreters with essential insights into the core functions of social work and their impact on communication with Deaf and hard-of-hearing clients. Participants will learn to apply trauma-informed, client-centered strategies that bridge the gap between mental health professionals and interpreters to ensure ethically grounded and empathetic care.

This session explores the structural and institutional dynamics that influence interpreter–Deaf professional relationships, including career stages, organizational parameters, and evolving field demands. Presenters Amanda David and Dr. Christopher Moreland examine how professional/interpreter teams form and how to enter these relationships with professionalism and intention.

During this session, presenter Dr. Ashley Walker discusses the commonly prescribed medications for various types of cancers and how to manage side effects associated with medications.

This interactive session with presenter Nigel Howard offers a focused review of commonly encountered legal terms and their accurate representation in ASL.

This seminar featuring Carla M. Mathers, Esquire, SC:L will provide a comprehensive overview of the legal system for practicing and potential court interpreters.

During this beginner-friendly session, presenter Claire Labry explores the kinds of language, context, and culture that can make or break effective interpretation in the world of tech.

Led by Dr. Gloria Nathanson, a deaf audiologist, this educational session demystifies the clinical side of hearing health to build your confidence in medical appointments and community discussions. Delivered entirely in American Sign Language (ASL), the presentation offers a unique, dual benefit: you will learn how to interpret audiograms, understand hearing loss diagnoses, and differentiate between amplification technologies, all while observing how these complex medical concepts are visually communicated.

Some Deaf professionals request interpreting for their own access while also coordinating or providing interpreting for others. During this session, Dr. Christopher Tester examines practical and ethical dynamics through research and practice-based examples.

In this specialized workshop, Diana Cho and Eric Epstein dive into advanced ASL syntax and Non-Manual Signals (NMS), providing interpreters with the linguistic tools necessary to navigate complex mental and behavioral health settings. Participants will master practical techniques for conveying disorganized thought patterns and refined role-shifting, ensuring high-fidelity communication during critical clinical encounters.

During this session, presenter William Harkness empowers sign language interpreters with foundational knowledge of systems engineering principles, fostering a deeper understanding of the technical environment in which they operate.

During this session, presenters Jeremy Quiroga and Kelly Matamoros discuss how frames of thinking, historical and current biases, and entrenched norms have shaped interpreters' work and how to shift towards adaptive, participant-centered, collaborative practices that enhance language access.

During this session, presenter Adam Stone, PhD guides participants through the contrasting mental models of data in academic and business contexts. By understanding these differences, interpreters will be better equipped to anticipate terminology, clarify intent, and support meaning-rich interpretations in data-heavy environments.

In this session, Trenton Marsh and Jeremy Quiroga provide the tools necessary to navigate challenging mental health interpreting encounters with grace, moving beyond internal and external conflict toward self-awareness and understanding. Through insightful discussions on root causes and diverse perspectives, they empower participants to transform potential friction into opportunities for professional growth and enhanced personal well-being.

During this session, presenter Kimberly Kelstone, DNP, CNM, CI, CT discusses the anatomy, physiology and function of the biologically female human body.

This session with Alexandria Miller offers resources aimed at interpreters who work in legal and law enforcement settings, and/or interpreters who may be interested in working in the settings.

This session with Kimberly Kelstone, DNP, CNM, CI, CT introduces the “highlights” of Gynecologic and Obstetric care, as well as the players involved with this care.

This session with Mark Davis introduces interpreters to the world of precision machining and manufacturing, a technical and safety-focused environment, with hands-on vocabulary practice, real-world examples, and classifier development.

This session with Dr. Christopher Tester introduces an intralingual interpreting framework developed as part of Dr. Tester’s 2021 doctoral research, offering one of the first systematic analyses of Deaf interpreters’ strategies in complex courtroom interactions.

This course with Carla M. Mathers, Esquire, SC:L is designed to provide participants with a theoretical overview of a commonly interpreted civil legal setting – the deposition.

As providers often use medical terminology and anatomy to clarify surgical procedures to patients, presenter Julia Bartsch provides classification of anatomy, review typical “day-of-surgery” vocabulary, and visually describe common physiology seen in surgical diseases.

This session explores the healthcare environment through the lens of Anna Bruckbauer, OTD, OTR/L, a Deaf Occupational Therapist, to support interpreters in delivering effective, sustainable, and client-centered interpretation.

Led by Dr. Gloria Nathanson, a deaf audiologist, this educational session demystifies the clinical side of hearing health to build your confidence in medical appointments and community discussions. Delivered entirely in American Sign Language (ASL), the presentation offers a unique, dual benefit: you will learn how to interpret audiograms, understand hearing loss diagnoses, and differentiate between amplification technologies, all while observing how these complex medical concepts are visually communicated.

This session with Nigel Howard is designed to expand participants’ understanding of the structure and function of the immune system and to provide model language that participants can use when interpreting in healthcare settings.

This session, featuring renowned presenter Nigel Howard, is designed to expand participants’ understanding of the structure and function of the muscular system and to provide model language for use in healthcare settings. Ultimately, the goal is for participants to render more accurate and comprehensive descriptions of the human muscular system, including muscle types, common musculoskeletal conditions, and diagnostic interventions.

In this session, renowned Deaf interpreter and instructor Nigel Howard expands participants’ understanding of the male and female reproductive systems, hormonal cycles, and medical interventions to ensure more accurate, comprehensive interpretations. By providing model language tailored for healthcare settings, he equips interpreters with the tools to navigate complex anatomical and physiological concepts confidently.

This session with presenter Nigel Howard is designed to expand participants’ understanding of the structure and function of the skeletal system and to provide model language that participants can use when interpreting in healthcare settings.

This session with Katherine Lees, a marketing, advertising, public relations, and communications industry expert, decodes common marketing jargon and explains how these concepts apply to your interpreting.

Go beyond the myth of neutrality and explore how your own unexamined internal landscape shapes your professional practice. This immersive workshop with Leslie Pertz challenges interpreters to confront their biases and mental health narratives to foster more authentic, ethical, and trauma-informed connections.

This discussion between presenter and CDIs Jeremy Quiroga and Trenton Marsh emphasizes the critical role of teamwork and trust within the interpreting process, ultimately enhancing patient care and outcomes.

This engaging session with Trenton Marsh and Jeremy Quiroga features mock scenarios designed to explore how teamwork dynamics and personal biases influence mental health interpreting. Participants will analyze these situational contexts to develop collaborative strategies that foster trust and improve overall patient experiences.

This workshop with Kellynette Gomez will provide interpreters with insights into the role of social workers who support clients navigating complex legal systems, with particular attention to working with Deaf and hard-of-hearing clients who rely on ASL.

Led by Deaf nurse Casey King, this session offers an immersive look into the high-stakes world of Intensive Care by demystifying specialized machinery, pharmacology, and ICU classifications. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of the multidisciplinary team, clinical logic, and unique bedside nomenclature used to stabilize critically ill patients.

Led by Dr. Ashley R. Walker, this presentation provides medical interpreters with a comprehensive overview of the pharmacological and social landscape of opioid use to help them accurately facilitate complex clinical and community dialogues. Participants will examine how opioids function within the body for pain management, the physiological transition from tolerance to addiction, and critical harm-reduction strategies ranging from safe disposal practices to long-term recovery resources.

During this session, presenters and certified deaf interpreters (CDIs) Jeremy Quiroga and Trenton Marsh explore shared experiences and mindsets of both Deaf professionals and the interpreters who work with them.

During this session, presenter Kimberly Kelstone, DNP, CNM, CI, CT will review concepts related to biologic men’s health, addressing the basics of circumcision, puberty, sexual function, infertility, prostate health, and phimosis.

This interactive session with presenter Nigel Howard is designed to help participants explore the role of semantics in legal interpreting, with an emphasis on how meaning is shaped and conveyed through ASL.

In this interactive session, presenter Nigel Howard guides participants through an exploration of mental health semantics to examine how ASL word choice and context shape interpretation accuracy. The workshop aims to help interpreters make more deliberate linguistic decisions, ensuring clarity and effectiveness when navigating the complexities of mental health discourse.

This session explores the emergency department through the eyes of a Deaf emergency room nurse, Nicole Fleming. During this session, Nicole discusses factors impacting patient care, common medical emergencies, and the “who’s who” of the emergency department.

This session with Dr. Christopher Tester critically examines how interpreters’ employment status and team configurations shape their work and professional positioning in courtroom settings.

Join Dr. Ashley Walker for an insightful exploration into the pharmacological landscape of mental health, covering essential treatments for conditions ranging from anxiety and ADHD to schizophrenia. This session breaks down how these medications function and offers valuable clinical pearls to help you confidently identify and understand the most commonly prescribed psychiatric drugs.

In this session, Dr. Jaime Wilson equips interpreters with essential tools to navigate the frequently confused terminology and distinct clinical presentations of depression, dementia, and delirium. By exploring specific diagnostic criteria and communication nuances, Dr. Wilson emphasizes how these critical differences directly impact effective interpretation within mental health settings.

Part II of this series with Elizabeth Ayers builds on Part I (basics session) by introducing advanced imaging procedures that can be both diagnostic and therapeutic.

During this session, presenter Elizabeth Ayers introduces imaging modalities along with corresponding normal and abnormal clinical images to help inform contextually appropriate interpretations during diagnostic medical imaging procedures.

Led by Deaf nurse Casey King, this session offers an immersive look into the high-stakes world of Intensive Care by demystifying specialized machinery, pharmacology, and ICU classifications. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of the multidisciplinary team, clinical logic, and unique bedside nomenclature used to stabilize critically ill patients.

This conversation between presenters and CDIs Jeremy Quiroga and Trenton Marsh is designed to equip you with the tools necessary to navigate challenging situations with grace and understanding, rather than engaging in destructive battles with others or within yourself.