Business English International
Communication & Confidence Coaching
for International Physicians
Helping physicians communicate with clarity, confidence, and professional excellence.
Meet Your Coach
Meet Dr. Barbara Custer OMD
Physician. Educator. Communication Coach.
With over 30 years of clinical experience, Dr. Barbara Custer is an award-winning San Francisco Bay Area doctor, author of The World of Edible Medicine, and a Level 5 TEFL-certified Medical English instructor.
She combines real-world medical expertise with specialized English coaching to help international physicians communicate naturally and confidently with patients, colleagues, and healthcare teams.
30+
Years Clinical Experience
L5
TEFL Certified
2026
Best of Marin
Personalized. Practical. Physician led.
What You'll Achieve
Improve Patient Communication
Communicate more clearly with patients, families, and healthcare teams while building trust and reducing misunderstandings.
Advance Your Medical Career
Prepare for interviews, presentations, leadership roles, and international opportunities with greater confidence in English.
Succeed Internationally
Develop the communication skills needed to thrive in global healthcare environments and connect with colleagues worldwide.
Develop Professional Excellence
Strengthen your ability to present, write, and collaborate clearly and professionally in academic, clinical, and leadership settings.
Achieve Your Next Opportunity
Communicate with confidence in interviews, new roles, and relocation situations in English-speaking environments.
Programs
Choose Your Path
Each program is built around the real communication challenges physicians face — not generic English lessons.
Medical Communication Assessment
A comprehensive one-on-one evaluation of your professional English communication skills in real clinical settings — with a personalized action plan.
Includes
- •Pronunciation & Fluency Assessment
- •Patient Communication Scenarios
- •Professional Vocabulary Review
- •Personalized Written Evaluation
- •Individual Development Plan with Recommended Next Steps
Ideal For
- •Physicians & Residents
- •International Medical Graduates (IMGs)
- •Healthcare Professionals
- •Physicians Preparing for International Opportunities
Outcome
Leave with a clear understanding of your strengths, areas for improvement, and a personalized roadmap to communicate with greater confidence in any healthcare setting.
Professional Communication Accelerator
Three Private Coaching Sessions
Three private coaching sessions designed to strengthen your spoken communication, improve patient interactions, and build the language skills needed in today's global healthcare environment.
Includes
- •Three 60-Minute Private Coaching Sessions
- •Clinical Conversation Practice
- •Patient Interview & Consultation Skills
- •Pronunciation & Fluency Development
- •Medical Vocabulary & Professional Terminology
- •Presentation & Public Speaking Coaching
- •Personalized Feedback After Every Session
- •Customized Practice Plan
Ideal For
- •Physicians & Residents
- •International Medical Graduates (IMGs)
- •Physicians preparing for residency or employment interviews
- •Physicians transitioning to English-speaking practice
Outcome
Communicate more naturally and confidently with patients, colleagues, and healthcare teams — and develop the skills needed for career advancement, interviews, and international practice.
Executive Physician Communication Coaching
Ongoing Private Coaching
An exclusive ongoing coaching program for physicians seeking long-term communication excellence, executive presence, and professional development — tailored to your specialty and career goals.
Includes
- •Four 60-Minute Private Sessions Per Month
- •Customized Communication Curriculum
- •Executive Presence & Leadership Communication
- •Medical Presentation & Public Speaking Coaching
- •Interview Preparation & Career Coaching
- •Professional Writing Support (Reports, Emails & Presentations)
- •Priority Scheduling & Direct Access
- •Ongoing Feedback & Progress Tracking
Ideal For
- •Medical Directors & Healthcare Executives
- •Physicians Relocating Internationally
- •Academic Physicians & Researchers
- •Physicians Preparing for Leadership Roles
Outcome
Develop the executive presence, communication skills, and confidence needed to lead teams, deliver compelling presentations, and thrive in international healthcare environments.
Not sure which fits? Book a free 15-minute call and we'll find the right path together.
Process
How It Works
Free Consultation Call
15 minutes to understand your goals, current level, and the specific situations where you need more confidence in English.
Assessment
A 60-minute evaluation across Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. You receive a CEFR scorecard with a clear picture of where you are.
Personalized Program
We build a curriculum around your real clinical scenarios — patient interactions, presentations, interviews, or all three.
Sessions + Practice
Private 1-on-1 sessions with targeted practice between meetings. Each session builds directly on the last.
Get Started
Your English Should Match
Your Clinical Authority
Book a free 15-minute call to discuss your goals and find the right program. No commitment required.
Sessions conducted via Zoom. Available for physicians in Latin America and internationally.