"The Heart of Nursing: English for Compassionate Care is a model textbook that combines didactic, cultural, and ethical value with remarkable creativity and precision. It offers a valuable resource for both teaching and self-study of medical English in the context of compassionate, patient-centered care. The authors’ commitment and originality shine through every chapter, making this book not only practical but also inspiring for students and graduates of medical disciplines alike."

Professor Ewa Donesch-Jeżo, PhD, DSc

"The Heart of Nursing: English for Compassionate Care is an excellent coursebook that combines academic study with real-world nursing practice. It helps learners acquire medical terminology and develop communication skills through engaging activities such as role-plays, discussions, and quizzes. Learner-centred tasks encourage active participation, building confidence and fluency in professional communication. With its task-based approach and focus on compassion and empathy, it is a comprehensive resource that prepares students for the linguistic and interpersonal demands of modern healthcare."

Iwona Misztal, MA,
Head of the Jagiellonian University Medical College Language Centre

Key features of the book:

Real-life scenarios and dialogues that bring patient-centred communication to life.

• Creative activities and games that make medical vocabulary practice effective and enjoyable.
• Reflective tasks encouraging critical thinking, empathy, and cultural sensitivity.
• Academic skills development: summaries, data interpretation, presentations, and handovers.
• Clear, practical Grammar Focus tailored to healthcare contexts.
• Extended Answer Key with model dialogues, useful phrases, and explanations for self-study.
• Up-to-date healthcare facts & insights presented in memorable, learner-friendly ways.
• Developed in consultation with Peter Kośmider-Jones, Registered Nurse (RGN) and CELTA-qualified teacher, ensuring authenticity and accuracy.