The book covers: Essential medical terminology and report formatswithin the framewwork of 12 medical specialities. Accurate reports to obtain impeccable basic entry-level skills. Important word-use,grammar and punctuation guidelines correlating with AAMT style. Guidelines on how to master editing and proof-reading skills within this speciality. Details of basic reference books for medical transcription with strategies for efficient research. Valuable tips from professional MTs for improving work performance. Evaluation of mastery of transcription and language skills through self-study and performance assessments.