Have your doctor's letter translated - simple, secure & officially certified

Do you need a certified translation of your doctor's letter for treatment abroad, health insurance or authorities? Our specialist medical translators translate your medical records, reports and medical documents quickly, reliably and completely digitally from €53.90.

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Why with us?

15+ years
Experience with certified medical translations
100%
State-recognized medical translators
50.000+
Translated medical documents
4,8/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
With over 1,600 customer reviews
20+ languages
For worldwide medical communication
GDPR-compliant
Maximum data security for health data

When do you need certified translations of doctor's letters?

Medical documents such as doctor's letters, medical records and medical reports contain vital information that must be translated accurately for various international purposes:

Treatments abroad

For doctors and hospitals abroad for seamless further treatment. Particularly important for chronic illnesses or complex diagnoses.

Health insurance

For international health insurance, cost reimbursements and claims notifications for treatment abroad.

Visas and immigration

Health certificates and medical documents for visa applications and immigration authorities.

Legal matters

For international expert opinions, legal disputes and insurance law proceedings with a medical connection.

Study & work abroad

Health certificates for medical studies, nursing professions or other jobs with health requirements. Often together with certificates required.

Medical professionals

Licensing certificates, specialist diplomas and further training certificates for recognition abroad - often with birth certificate and marriage certificate.

💡 Important note: A certified translation by a state-approved translator ensures that your doctor's letter is officially recognized and legally equivalent to the original. Without certification, medical documents are often rejected by authorities and institutions.

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Have other medical documents certified translated

In addition to doctors' letters, our specialist medical translators translate all types of health documents. Several documents are often required at the same time: 

Laboratory results

Translate laboratory results with correct reference values and medical units

Prescriptions & medication plans

Prescriptions with correct active ingredients and dosages for the destination country

Discharge reports

Detailed hospital discharge reports for further treatment abroad

Vaccination passports

International vaccination certificates according to WHO standards for travel and visas

Health certificates

Official health certificates for visas, work or study abroad

Licensing certificates

Licensing certificates for medical professionals for recognition abroad

Specialist medical translators: why expertise is crucial when translating doctor's letters

Doctor's letters and medical documents are among the most complex translation tasks. They contain highly specific specialist terminology, Latin terms, dosage information and often vital information. A wrong term can have serious consequences.

Medical terminology: Precise translation of diagnoses, symptoms and treatment procedures without loss of meaning

Dosages & medication: Correct conversion and transfer of medication names and dosage information

Laboratory values: Professional translation of laboratory results with country-specific reference values

Legally compliant: certification by state-approved translators with medical specialization

Confidentiality: Duty of confidentiality and GDPR-compliant handling of sensitive health data

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Data protection for medical translations: Highest security standards

Health data is among the most sensitive personal information. That is why we treat your doctor's letters and medical documents with the utmost care and follow the strictest data protection guidelines.

 ISO 17100: Specialized medical translations

  • Validated translation processes for doctor's letters
  • Specialist translators with proven medical qualifications

 ISO 18587: AI-supported quality control

  • Automated consistency check of medical terms
  • Accelerated processing without loss of quality

 ISO 9001: Quality management

  • Every step documented and traceable
  • Four-eye principle for all translations
  • Continuous quality improvement

ISO 27001: Data security

  • GDPR-validated processes for health data
  • Encrypted data transmission and storage
  • Automatic deletion after project completion

Have your doctor's letter translated: it's that easy

Our digital service makes the certified translation of your doctor's letter a breeze. No account required, no complicated forms - just your document, two minutes and you'll receive your quote.

Practical example: A certified translation of a doctor's letter saves treatment abroad

The initial situation

The Müller family moves to Spain for 6 months. Daughter Emma (12) has a rare autoimmune disease, documented in a comprehensive German doctor's letter with a complex diagnosis, laboratory values, medication plan and emergency instructions.

The challenge

Spanish doctors needed the complete documentation for further treatment, but:

  • Different medical terminology
  • Deviating reference values for laboratory results
  • Other drug names and dosage information
  • Time pressure: Only 4 days until departure

Our solution

✅ Certified express translation by a specialist medical translator within 24 hours

What our customers say about our certified doctor's letter translations

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from over 1,600 reviews
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"As a doctor, I know how important correct medical translations are. The specialist translator did a perfect job - all the medical terms were translated accurately. Indispensable for my license to practice medicine abroad!"

- Dr. Sandra M., medical doctor

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I needed all my medical documents translated for my cancer treatment in Switzerland. The express service worked and the clinic accepted all documents immediately. Very professional and empathetic!

- Klaus R., patient

Frequently asked questions about the certified translation of doctor's letters (FAQ)

How much does it cost to translate a doctor's letter?

The costs depend on the scope, complexity and target language. Simple doctor's letters start from €53.90, complex medical documents cost correspondingly more. You will receive a transparent quote with no hidden costs immediately after uploading. 

How long does it take to translate my doctor's letter?

Standard delivery time: approx. 3-4 working days. Express service: approx. 24-48 hours (surcharge applies). You will receive the exact delivery time directly after the upload.

Are certified translations of doctors' letters accepted worldwide?

Yes, our certified translations by state-approved translators are accepted internationally by hospitals, doctors, health insurance companies and authorities.

Which file formats can I upload?

PDF files are accepted. A high-resolution smartphone photo is usually sufficient. Important: The text must be clearly legible. In the case of illegible documents, we will contact you for a better template.

Is my health data safe with you?

Absolutely. We are ISO 27001 certified and GDPR-compliant. All data is transmitted in encrypted form and stored on German servers. Our translators are bound to confidentiality. 

Do you also translate rare diseases and technical terms correctly?

Yes, our medical translators specialize in complex medical terminology. They use up-to-date medical dictionaries and work with doctors to correctly translate even rare medical conditions and the latest medical terms.

 

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