Beebe Spanish language interpreter achieves certification

Beebe Healthcare announced that Ana Buck, CHI - Spanish, has been designated as a certified healthcare interpreter by the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters.

CCHI is the only organization certifying healthcare interpreters to be accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies, and Beebe is the only hospital in Delaware whose healthcare interpreters have received the CHI certification.

To become certified, Buck completed 40 hours of training and passed rigorous written and oral exams. To maintain certification, a certified healthcare interpreter must show proof of continuing education and interpreting experience every two years.

Buck has been a healthcare interpreter at Beebe since 2014, often working at Beebe Health Campus – Georgetown, Beebe Medical Group offices, Beebe Health Campus – Rehoboth Beach and Tunnell Cancer Center. She also works at the Margaret H. Rollins School of Nursing campus in Lewes.

"Beebe Healthcare is dedicated to providing quality care for all members of our community, regardless of the language they speak," said Jeannie Briley-Wallo, patient experience director. "Ana has been an integral member of our team for years, and we are thrilled that she has earned this prestigious certification."

Alina Ferrer is also a certified healthcare interpreter at Beebe.