The purpose of the textbook is to prepare students for independent reading of original literature in their specialty and conducting conversations within the studied topics (life of medical students, anatomy, physiology, medical institutions, diseases, health care, etc.). Texts and various exercises are also selected on a thematic basis. The textbook contains a French-Russian terminological dictionary. In the 3rd edition, the texts have been updated, the material of the introductory course has been revised, and the grammar guide has been expanded.