This article analyzes the social representations of healthcare for deaf people held by professionals at a hospital in Porto Velho, Rondônia.
The study revealed three main dimensions in the professionals’ representations: the symbolic dimension, related to communication barriers; the affective dimension, marked by feelings of anxiety and fear; and the attitudinal dimension, which involves the use of strategies to establish effective communication.
The results highlight the importance of training healthcare professionals to improve communication and ensure inclusive and safe care for deaf people.