Chapter 1397: Strike When the Time Is Right

Chapter 1397: Chapter 1397: Strike When the Time Is Right

"Alright, next we’ll take a look at your endoscopy results. We need to discuss this thoroughly and cover what we didn’t talk about yesterday."

Liu Banxia said with a smile.

The patient nodded to his wife, and their expressions became tense.

"Hiatal hernia is actually quite common nowadays, but it’s often misdiagnosed. It’s because it frequently occurs with gastroesophageal reflux, and during the endoscopy, the operator’s experience is needed to aid in the diagnosis."

"Sometimes the size and shape of the hernia, among other things, can have an impact. Current detection rate via endoscopy is around 50%, so it’s not guaranteed that every case will be detected."

"Looking at your endoscopy results, the z-line at the lower esophagus is elevated, and the cardia is somewhat enlarged and relaxed, which indicates the condition."

"Director Liu, are we going to do the surgery tomorrow?" the patient’s wife asked.

Liu Banxia nodded, "If it’s not serious, we usually opt for conservative treatment. His symptoms are too obvious now, and I believe the hernia sac is quite large, so surgery is necessary."

"So, we’ll take a CT scan and do some pre-operative tests, and the surgery will be scheduled for tomorrow afternoon. Once you’re done with the tests, I’ll arrange for someone to explain the surgical procedure this afternoon."

"It’s not a big deal; as I said, we’ll put the organs back in their place, prevent any interference, and repair the hernia accordingly. Then it’s all done."

"Previously, this could only be handled by performing a thoracotomy or laparotomy. Now it’s much simpler with laparoscopic surgery."

"Alright, we’ll continue with the tests." The patient nodded.

"Now that we know what’s going on, will I be able to eat without reflux in the future? Can I eat whatever I want?"

"That’s generally the case, but you need to be mindful of your diet. Chew slowly, reduce alcohol and greasy foods, and develop good eating habits."

"He never listens, just eats like there’s no tomorrow when he finds something he likes," the patient’s wife complained.

"I won’t dare anymore, in the future I’ll only eat until I’m 70% full," the patient hurriedly replied.

"Alright, go ahead with the tests, try to finish everything in the morning, and then you can rest this afternoon and tomorrow. You’ll go into surgery directly tomorrow afternoon," Liu Banxia said with a smile.

The couple nodded and went out to continue with payments and tests.

Liu Banxia picked up the phone and called the anesthesiology department.

He needed to assess today’s specific surgical situation. If the VIP patient’s condition is manageable, the surgery will be added to the list today as well.

After assessing, it was confirmed. It can be added, but timing control is really challenging. The operating rooms are fully booked, so it depends on who finishes successfully, then we’ll use that room next.

This is the greatest convenience possible currently, and emergency patient operating rooms cannot be used indiscriminately.

Walking out of the consultation room, the outside had already become busy. During this time and early afternoon, the hall was messiest because people’s schedules are concentrated, resulting in crowding.

Of course, these tasks don’t require him to join in, Xu Yino and the interns can handle them efficiently.

Just as he was watching, Liu Yiqing walked over looking listless.

"What’s wrong? Why do you look so defeated?" Liu Banxia asked with a smile.

"Ugh..., the patient’s daughter is so annoying. If she’s so capable, why not use a helicopter to take her to another hospital? Why stay here?" Liu Yiqing muttered.

"This person is really aggravating, just ignore her. How’s the patient’s examination arrangement?" Liu Banxia consoled.

"I collected blood samples; now I’m waiting for instrument tests. I don’t bother listening to them talk; I came back. With so many family members, I can’t get a word in anyway."

"That’s fine; let’s wait for the test results. If the indicators are good, we’ll proceed today; if not, adjustments will be made first. Any thoughts on tomorrow’s surgery?" Liu Banxia continued.

"I don’t feel good about it; I’m too nervous," Liu Yiqing said.

"Being nervous is normal; you’re not unfeeling. Review well; it’s really not a big deal," Liu Banxia said.

Liu Yiqing didn’t know what to say, but now they just had to seize the time.

Liu Banxia didn’t disturb him further; as the first practitioner, the pressure is indeed high.

He felt the time was right for them to start practicing firsthand.

After waiting for a while, the VIP patient’s test results gradually came in. Surprisingly, although the patient’s condition didn’t seem good, the results were positive.

Based on the current tests, there’s no issue with proceeding with surgery today.

He greeted Qi Wentai and headed straight to the VIP ward upstairs.

"Director Liu, are my father’s test results okay?" the patient’s son asked.

"The test results are very good. Get ready at any time, once the operating room is available, we can go directly to surgery," Liu Banxia said.

"Doctor, can’t we use the backup operating room? How long do we have to wait, and the time is uncertain," the patient’s daughter said.

"There’s really nothing that can be done. The vacant operating room is reserved for emergency patients. If you want a specific time, how about tomorrow at three in the afternoon? I only have three surgeries tomorrow, and they should all be finished by then," Liu Banxia said.

"You... how can you be like this?" the patient’s daughter became anxious.

"What’s wrong? I’m trying to meet your requests as much as possible," Liu Banxia said.

"I don’t have the authority or the courage to use the backup operating room without special approval from our Chief Director. You are dissatisfied with the uncertainty of the surgery time, but the only confirmed arrangement is tomorrow."

He really had held back for a long time, but now he felt it was time to put a stop to her behavior.

When it’s unbearable, there’s no need to endure, act when necessary.

Once, twice, three or four times, next time who knows what chaos they might cause, which could potentially disrupt the normal operations of the emergency center.

"How can you talk like this?" a young man in his twenties stood up.

"Then how would you like me to speak?" Liu Banxia replied.

"Okay. Director Liu, I apologize. They don’t understand the operating procedures within the hospital," the patient spoke up.

"How long is this surgery expected to take? Will it affect the surgical operations for patients in the afternoon? If it has a major impact, we can move it to tomorrow."

"That depends on luck. Currently, there are patients from the inpatient department and our emergency center in surgery. It’s hard to say which will finish first, but my surgery will likely take just over two hours," Liu Banxia said.

"Take a rest first, then you can discuss whether to add this surgery to today’s schedule. Inform me then, and I’ll coordinate with the operating room."

After speaking, Liu Banxia left the room without caring about the feelings and thoughts of the people there.

"Who is this man, so arrogant?"

The patient’s daughter said.

"Jun, I’ve long wanted to tell you that your personality is fine at home, but it doesn’t work outside," the patient said.

"Dad, it’s the truth. We’re paying the medical expenses, aren’t we? We’ve paid a lot of the deposit. How can he have such an attitude? It’s like someone owes him money."

"Exactly, Grandpa. I suggest we find another hospital if we can’t make it work here. I think he’s too young and unreliable," the young man from before spoke.

"Young means unreliable? You’re young too, are you reliable?" the patient retorted.

"This is like eating at a restaurant — you haven’t eaten yet, but you offend the chef. Do you still expect a good meal? There are many who can perform NOSES surgery, but within the province, Director Liu’s skills are currently the best."

"If I follow you, we’ll have to go through trouble all over again. You might find someone with better medical skills than Director Liu, but would you have to wait in line?"

"Can you still stand tall and speak with the little money you have in those big hospitals to those experts? Cough, cough..."

"Originally, I didn’t want Tao to inform you, fearing you’d act like this. Don’t even mention him; even I’d get angry hearing it."

"If you want to stay, just talk less and make it easier for me. Even if your fund management performance is excellent, you can’t perform the surgery for me."

With his words, no one in the room spoke, including his daughter. Although no words were spoken, they all felt quite uncomfortable.

Because the day’s development wasn’t what she expected at all. How could she accept it?

On Liu Banxia’s end, he felt relieved. Some anger can’t be suppressed inside forever, or else a person will get sick.

Anyway, he felt that for this VIP, a change in attitude is necessary. Being a VIP is true, and offering care is true, but it doesn’t mean you can do whatever you want.

However, he also knew that the patient was sensible, at least on the surface. As for what the relationship with Chen Zhenxing truly is, that’s not something Liu Banxia cares about.

Of course, as he said, he really couldn’t be sure about what time the surgery could commence. It depends on the progress in the operating room. Being half an hour late or earlier — that’s all very possible.

Now he’s able to expedite some tests for them, which is showing face to the Chief Director. Otherwise, how could it be possible to have surgery in the middle of the day?

Feeling at ease, Liu Banxia left this matter behind.

He still had to observe how the interns were handling admissions, which was also a form of assessment for them.

Although he hasn’t invested as much effort into this group as he did with the "Six Little Ones," he’s given them a lot of guidance and cared a lot about them, too.