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Medical Terminology: Home

MedlinePlus

Word Parts and What They Mean
Understanding "word parts" is the key to understanding medical terminology. This guide is essential to the medical terminologist.

MedlinePlus Video on Understanding Medical Terms

Understanding Medical Terms Video

Med Term Quizlet

https://quizlet.com/759301/medical-terminology-350-flash-cards/

Healthcare Terminology

https://libguides.wccnet.edu/oer-subjects/healthcare-terminology
Washtenaw Community College resources - lots of great information on medical terminology.

Clinician's Ultimate Reference

Medical Terminology A thru Z
Everything you need to know about prefixes, root words and suffixes and a complete dictionary of terms.