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Communication breakdowns with patients who do not use English as their primary language can hurt the patient-provider relationship and leave patients at risk for health disparities and adverse reactions. An estimated 36 million patients in the United States identify as Deaf and more than 60 million patients prefer to speak a language other than English in primary communication. This article discusses the unique needs of patients who are Deaf or have limited English proficiency, and how to provide qualified interpreters to help improv