Chapter 919 - 460: Director He’s Recruitment and Pre-Colonoscopy Assessment

Chapter 919: Chapter 460: Director He’s Recruitment and Pre-Colonoscopy Assessment

The next day, Li Jingsheng went to work at the Second Hospital as usual.

As he entered the hospital gate, he saw a familiar, exhausted figure approaching from a distance.

"Director He, just getting off work?"

Li Jingsheng greeted proactively.

It was He Qingzhi from General Surgery coming his way.

Since the last time Li Jingsheng helped him out, they formally got to know each other and developed a slight acquaintance.

Logically speaking, at He Qingzhi’s level, it’s unlikely for him to be on night duty anymore.

After all, once becoming an associate chief physician, those who do well can start to lead a group, attacking and defending like lords, continuously creating achievements.

Moreover, associate chief physicians and above usually have very heavy workloads.

Teaching, research, and outpatient services are almost indispensable.

If they are on night duty, they won’t be able to work the next day during the day.

By reaching the rank of associate chief physician, they are usually over forty years old. Their physical and mental energy certainly isn’t as good as young people’s.

Working for more than thirty-six consecutive hours is unimaginable.

"Oh, Dr. Li, don’t mention it. Last night, Internal Medicine needed help urgently; a young patient’s condition was critical, and they asked our General Surgery to see if we could operate overnight to preserve more of the patient’s small intestine.

There was no other way, so I brought a team to the hospital at 2 AM and took over the operation.

We’ve just finished now, and the patient’s condition is relatively stable. About 30% of the small intestine was removed. Fortunately, the surgery was timely. If we had waited until today, I estimate we would have had to remove at least 80% of the small intestine.

You should know this patient, right? Director Xiao said it was thanks to your help with the consultation that we could promptly diagnose the cause."

As He Qingzhi mentioned this, Li Jingsheng immediately knew which patient he was referring to.

Upon hearing that the surgery went reasonably well and although a portion of the small intestine was quite significant, it was vastly better than removing 80%.

The consultation last night was indeed very meaningful.

The young man’s digestive function will be affected to a certain extent, but his life is saved, and he can eat normally in the future.

No need to rely on intravenous nutrition for the rest of his life.

It’s quite a satisfactory outcome.

"I didn’t really contribute much. The patient’s turnaround is almost entirely thanks to Director He’s team! Are you planning to go home and rest now?"

Li Jingsheng didn’t dare to take credit.

Nor was there a need for it.

The hospital is not that big after all, and there aren’t that many doctors.

After prolonged interaction, everyone knows who is truly capable.

The increasing number of chief physicians seeking Li Jingsheng’s assistance is enough proof that his competence speaks for itself without needing self-praise.

"I have a clinic at 2 PM, and now that I’m older, I can’t stay up like this. Planning to go home and rest for a bit, and return to work in the afternoon. Dr. Li, with your skills, it’s a real pity if you don’t join our General Surgery. You could consider it, and if you’re willing, you can directly join my team, and I could exceptionally promote you to deputy team leader, allowing you to independently consult, operate, manage patients, and I would assist with your papers."

It was the second time He Qingzhi extended an olive branch to him.

For a top talent like Li Jingsheng, any discerning chief physician would want to recruit him.

A resident doctor finding a chief physician willing to completely delegate power and fully nurture them could save several years of detours.

In the medical field, lineage is often important.

For example, Li Jingsheng’s bone-setting technique was inherited from Doctor Xu’s lineage.

That’s the heritage.

His cardiovascular medicine skills are inherited from both Wang Weiwei and Luo Binggang; this is also heritage.

If he were to develop in this field in the future, others would first think of him as a disciple of renowned doctors Wang Weiwei and Luo Binggang. They will immediately regard him with higher esteem.

He Qingzhi holds some fame in the field of General Surgery.

Many doctors want to follow him for development.

However, Li Jingsheng declined politely, saying, "Thank you for offering me such an amazing opportunity. For now, I’ll continue to refine my bone-setting skills. You’ve been busy all night, so I won’t disturb you further. Get some rest."

"Ah, talents like you are really hard to find. Take care."

He Qingzhi was slightly disappointed that he couldn’t recruit him.

But this was not beyond his expectations.

Many have tried to recruit Li Jingsheng, even the People’s Hospital couldn’t manage it, so how could a chief physician of General Surgery succeed?

"In the future, if there’s an opportunity to do surgeries with you and learn more surgical skills, that’d be great."

Li Jingsheng called out to He Qingzhi’s back.

"Haha, you’re always welcome. Anytime you’re available, just come find me."

He Qingzhi smiled.

Li Jingsheng clearly knew that Director He, working so hard recently, was definitely aiming for the director position in General Surgery.

To compete for the director role, he naturally needed to show a bit more enthusiasm.

And he needed strong accomplishments to gain the majority support of colleagues in the department.

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In the evening, around five o’clock, Tang Ping called.

She said a lady came to the clinic looking for Li Jingsheng, wanting to do a high-end colonoscopy.

Undoubtedly, it was that high-profile female entrepreneur.

"I didn’t expect her to come to Sunshine Clinic so early; she seems very anxious! Could it be that she’s experiencing some symptoms?"

Li Jingsheng speculated silently.

He asked Tang Ping to let the lady rest in the waiting area for a while, as it might be around six-thirty before he could return to the clinic.

When he finished his work and hurried back to the clinic, he immediately noticed a young woman sitting in the consultation hall.

She looked quite young, probably in her thirties.

However, it’s difficult to judge a woman’s age by sight alone.

Some women look to be in their thirties and could actually be fifty or sixty.

Their physical condition is greatly influenced by regular exercise, whether their life is easy and enjoyable, work, family, and so on.

"You must be Ms. Ye Qingqing?"

Li Jingsheng approached her with a friendly smile.

"Yes!"

"Sorry for the wait, I’ve just finished work. Let’s discuss in the office over there!"

Li Jingsheng led her into the office.

She had waited for an hour and a half but didn’t show any impatience.

Although this woman seemed a bit haughty, she was well-mannered. Being an entrepreneur surely means she has fought her way through fierce competition.

Her capabilities are strong in all aspects.

"You want to have a colonoscopy now, right?"

"Yes! I’m allergic to various anesthetics, so it would be best not to undergo a painless colonoscopy."

She stated directly.

"Absolutely not a problem. A standard colonoscopy might cause a little pain or discomfort, but it’s completely bearable. Have you ever undergone a colonoscopy before?"

Li Jingsheng began to inquire about her specifics.

"Because of the anesthesia allergy, I had a standard colonoscopy once. But the doctor was rough, it only got halfway through and I couldn’t bear the pain and stopped."

There are many types of anesthetics.

Some patients with particular constitutions are highly prone to allergies from such medications.

If neglected, it could even cause the patient’s death.

"I want you to do this colonoscopy for me because two chief physicians at People’s Hospital praised your colonoscopy skills highly. Plus, President Wan commended your professionalism, so I wanted to come to you for a check-up."

She nearly had an argument with Li Jingsheng last time.

But now there’s no awkwardness, the conversation is quite natural.

True entrepreneurs are indeed impressive.

Female business leaders have a strong psychological fortitude.

"Thanks to Mr. Wan for the compliments. Since you know Mr. Wan, you must have a certain understanding of our team’s colonoscopy process and costs."

"Money is not a problem. I only have three requirements: alleviate my pain as much as possible, ensure the safety of the colonoscopy, and try to identify any issues rather than superficially dealing with me."

She spoke very straightforwardly.

The three requests aren’t unreasonable.

"These three requirements can definitely be promised to you, and included in the service agreement. May I ask, are you requesting a colonoscopy now due to any symptoms in your body?"

"Yes! Lately, I’ve been feeling a bit uncomfortable in my stomach, and I’m a bit worried about catching a serious illness. After all, I’m still this age."

She acknowledged calmly.

"How is the discomfort? Is there pain, difficulty in bowel movements, or a bloated feeling after meals, for example?"

Li Jingsheng inquired carefully about her symptoms.

"I can’t really describe it, just a slight bloating feeling! Occasionally there is some pain. These symptoms have been appearing for nearly twenty days now, so I thought to have a colonoscopy.

Because, three months ago, I underwent a full-body examination at the hospital.

The doctor looked at the examination report and suggested I have a colonoscopy. Later, I scheduled one, but it hurt too much, only a small part was done before I stopped it. I’m very afraid of the doctor piercing my intestine."

Her worries seem somewhat exaggerated.

In colonoscopy examinations, serious accidents like piercing the intestine are rare, especially if not handled by novice doctors or those who aren’t very responsible.

Li Jingsheng has interacted with Ms. Ye Qingqing before.

He just worries she might be a bit difficult to serve.

"Ms. Ye, are you usually sensitive to pain?"

Li Jingsheng asked further.

"A bit sensitive, anyway, the last colonoscopy left a significant psychological shadow."

She responded.

"Alright, may I first examine your abdomen, is that okay?"

Li Jingsheng asked her.

"Sure! Just can you have a female nurse accompany us?"

She surveyed the office, noticed only Li Jingsheng as a male doctor, and felt relatively cautious.

Women often have a strong sense of safety.

"Of course, we always have a female nurse or doctor present when conducting checks on female patients."

Li Jingsheng led her to the examination room, taking advantage of Tang Ping still being on duty, he called her over for assistance.

Mainly to check if there was any obvious lump or other obscure issue in Ms. Ye Qingqing’s abdomen.

Once she lay down, Li Jingsheng began examining her abdomen.

"I remember a colonoscopy doesn’t require an abdominal check, does this examination serve some special purpose?"

Ye Qingqing asked.

"No special purpose. It’s just to evaluate your health condition; if unsuitable for colonoscopy, then I can’t accept this case."