Simply Sayin' Medical Jargon

Simply Sayin' Medical Jargon

Family-friendly medical terms

19 ratings
52 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 11, 2013
  • June 19, 2026

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This app simplifies complex medical terms for children and families using visuals, sounds, and a glossary. It helps healthcare providers explain procedures and conditions in a child-friendly manner, promoting better understanding and coping during medical experiences.

Alphabetized glossary of medical terms
Illustrations and photographs
Anatomical images for drawing
Sound clips
English and Spanish language support
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What's New in Simply Sayin' Medical Jargon

4.01

June 19, 2026

Bug fixes to improve app stability.

User reviews

Fantastic!!!!!!!!

This app has helped my family, friends, but most importantly my autistic daughter who suffers from anxiety. It’s so great at helping her feel empowered!

Cute and simple

FYI cardiac catheter in the prep list is misspelled. Drawing will be useful.

The resource I have been looking for

I’m a pediatric ICU nurse and on my unit we do not have child life specialists for the night shift (very sad, I know). With that being said, I am always looking for new ways that I can explain things to the kids in a way that they will understand. I have looked for videos online for tips from child life specialists on things to say to help my patients feel more comfortable and to understand what’s going on but hadn’t found anything…until this. Wonderful wonderful wonderful app. I can’t wait to go into my next shift and utilize this. The fact that it’s in Spanish too…I am so happy I found this.
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Love the app, PLEASE INCLUDE LANDSCAPE

This app is wonderful. I use this with Magic Keyboard, so a landscape option would make this 5-stars perfect!

Such an amazing app!

If you work with children in the healthcare setting this is a must have app!

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FAQ

What does Simply Sayin' Medical Jargon do?

This app simplifies complex medical terms for children and families. It uses pictures, sounds, and a family-friendly glossary to help healthcare providers explain medical jargon and procedures in a way that children can understand. This facilitates clearer conversations and promotes positive healthcare experiences.

What are the key features of Simply Sayin' Medical Jargon?

Key features include an alphabetized glossary of terms, illustrations and photographs, anatomical images that can be drawn on, sound clips, and the ability to switch between English and Spanish for all menus and content. These features are designed to make medical information more accessible and engaging for children.

Is Simply Sayin' Medical Jargon free to use?

Yes, the application is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, making it a completely free resource for users.

Who developed Simply Sayin' Medical Jargon and who is it for?

The app was developed by Certified Child Life Specialists at Phoenix Children's Hospital, in collaboration with the Patient and family Alumni League (PALs) and Valley Leadership. It is intended for use by healthcare providers, parents, and children to improve understanding and coping with medical experiences.

What are common use cases for this app?

Common use cases include helping parents prepare their children for doctor visits or hospital stays, assisting healthcare professionals in explaining diagnoses and treatments to young patients, and reinforcing teach-back techniques in pediatric care. It's also useful for bilingual families due to its Spanish language support.