هويدا Elkholy
@elkholy
I provide accurate Arabic-English medical interpreting through OPI and VRI for healthcare teams.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I’m a highly experienced Arabic-English interpreter with more than 15 years of professional interpreting experience supporting healthcare providers, government agencies, legal professionals, and immigrant communities. My work spans Over-the-Phone Interpretation (OPI), Video Remote Interpretation (VRI), medical interpretation, conference interpretation, and translation, with a strong reputation for accuracy, professionalism, cultural competency, and confidentiality.
With a PhD in Pharmacology from Auburn University and specialized medical interpreter training endorsed by the International Medical Interpreter Association (IMIA), I bring deep medical context to complex terminology, diagnoses, treatment plans, and consent discussions. I’m skilled in consecutive and simultaneous interpretation, HIPAA-compliant communication, and remote communication platforms, helping teams overcome language barriers and improve access to essential services.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Onsite Medical & Conference Interpreter
One Language Services
Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 6 months)
Provided onsite medical interpretation for hospitals and healthcare facilities and interpreted complex medical terminology, diagnoses, treatment plans, and consent discussions. Also supported conference and business interpretation assignments.
Arabic Interpreter & Translator
Freelance
Jan 2021 - Present (5 years 6 months)
Provided Arabic-English interpretation and translation services for medical, legal, immigration, educational, and business settings. Delivered simultaneous and consecutive interpretation for conferences and consultations and provided OPI/VRI via remote platforms while maintaining confidentiality and cultural sensitivity.
Delivered over-the-phone (OPI) Arabic interpreting for healthcare organizations, insurance providers, government agencies, and social service programs. Interpreted high-volume calls involving medical, legal, financial, and customer service matters while maintaining interpreter ethics, confidentiality, and quality assurance requirements.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Benha University
Master of Veterinary Pharmacology, Veterinary Pharmacology
Earned a Master of Veterinary Pharmacology from Benha University in 1993.
Benha University
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), Veterinary Medicine
Earned a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from Benha University in 1988. Graduated among the top students of the class.
Auburn University
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Pharmacology
2004 -
Earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Pharmacology from Auburn University. Completed doctoral studies in pharmacology starting in 2004.
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