This article examines the central role of empathy and interpersonal communication in the context of Medical English and contemporary healthcare practice. While scientific knowledge and technical expertise constitute the foundation of medical professionalism, effective doctor–patient interaction increasingly depends on the ability to communicate with clarity, emotional sensitivity, and cultural awareness. The study highlights the linguistic, pragmatic, and psychological dimensions of empathy in medical discourse, explores how verbal and non-verbal communication influence diagnostic accuracy and patient satisfaction, and discusses how Medical English teaching can integrate communication skills to prepare future healthcare professionals for real clinical settings. The analysis demonstrates that empathetic communication improves treatment adherence, reduces medical errors, enhances patient trust, and contributes to more ethical and human-centered healthcare.

Medical English, empathy, doctor–patient communication, interpersonal skills, pragmatics, healthcare discourse, soft skills, clinical interaction.

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