How to Memorize Medical Terminology

Memorize medical terms by using flashcards and repetition. You can create flashcards to quiz yourself repeatedly on the definitions of the terms. Repetition can also help you learn the spelling of medical terms. The more you write the word, the faster it becomes ingrained in your mind.

Things You'll Need

  • Note cards
  • Pen or fine-tipped marker
  • List of medical terms
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Instructions

    • 1

      Write down the medical term on one side of an index card in large letters. Write the definition of the term on the other side of the card, as large as possible.

    • 2

      Review the medical terminology list.

    • 3

      Stack the index cards, term side facing up. Shuffle the cards.

    • 4

      Pick up an index card. Read the term, then flip the card over and read the definition.

    • 5

      Shuffle the cards. Pick up a card and look at either the word or definition. Try to recall the definition (or word). Go through all the cards multiple times until you can recall the term and definition.

    • 6

      Memorize spelling by writing out the term multiple times in a row. The amount of times you need to write it depends on how quickly you can memorize how to spell it.

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