Language Concordance Influences Communities and Care Engagement Among Spanish-Speaking Patients in Rural Kansas: A Mixed-Methods Study

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Author(s): Raegan Boothe, Monika Nikicicz, Gloria Chavez, Salnamitha Palnati, Angela Quiroz, Saajan Bhakta

Project Description : How does language concordance between primary care providers and Spanish-speaking patients in rural Kansas influence communication quality, patient understanding and care engagement? To what extent are language barriers associated with treatment comprehension, perceived medical errors, medication confidence, and follow-up adherence among this population?

Additional Informational : Presented by Monika Nikicicz at the Latino Medical Student Association (LMSA) Midwest Regional Conference at Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI on March 13-15, 2026

Media: Language Concordance Influences Communities and Care Engagement Among Spanish-Speaking Patients in Rural Kansas: A Mixed-Methods Study

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