This episode is part Carioca Connection Classics — a curated collection of our favorite moments from the past ten seasons. You can get all the free worksheets at https://cariocaconnection.com/cc-classics

In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster share the mishaps and unique cultural insights from Alexia's first experience in an American hospital. 

In their engaging and conversational style, Alexia and Foster explore the nuance of the American healthcare system through the eyes of a Brazilian. As always, this episode is full of real-life Brazilian Portuguese vocabulary, grammar, slang, and lots of laughs. Enjoy!

- Medical vocabulary in English and Portuguese, presented naturally and in context

- Insights into American hospital culture compared to Brazil

- Valuable tips for navigating medical emergency situations in a foreign environment

- The importance of good humor and resilience when dealing with unexpected situations while traveling

[00:00] Setting the context and the journey to the hospital

[03:20] The culture shock: differences between Brazilian and American hospitals

[06:15] Communication challenges and the pursuit of efficiency in care

[09:40] The arrival of the "super doctor" and relief after the procedure

[13:00] Final reflections on the importance of cultural adaptability

Thanks so much for listening! If you want to keep studying with us, you can get the free worksheets for this episode — and all the other Carioca Connection Classics — at https://cariocaconnection.com/cc-classics