Chapter 459: Chapter 220: A Slightly Wooden Bone Image—Not Burning by Day, Burning by Night

Sometimes, it’s really not wise to overly idolize chief physicians and associate chief physicians; they have rich diagnostic and treatment experience, significant achievements in their papers, and might be very skilled in their areas of expertise.

But when they encounter some perplexing medical conditions, they also have moments of scratching their heads.

Certain causes of illness may appear clear, but after treatment, it becomes evident that there’s no effect. At this point, even a fool would know it’s a misdiagnosis.

This is what directors fear the most.

What seems to be a simple illness proves resistant to all treatment methods.

For example, the case of the infant with cow’s milk protein allergy and diarrhea diagnosed by Li Jingsheng last time left many doctors scratching their heads.

Even though it seemed to be a simple diarrhea symptom, the more it was treated, the worse it got, with various complications springing up like mushrooms after rain.

Could any doctor not have a headache over this?

The case for which Director Hua called him for a consultation this time is probably that patient returning for a second surgery.

The so-called "return for a second surgery" refers to the first surgery having unsatisfactory results, or the existence of excessive post-operative drainage of blood, combined with various complications, all requiring a timely second operation.

It’s definitely embarrassing.

No doctor wants their post-surgery patient to need a second operation.

But when it happens, it must be done.

One certainly cannot put a patient’s life at risk just for the doctor’s reputation!

Li Jingsheng arrived at the orthopedic consultation room and found only Director Hua, Professor Wu, Chen Anchen, Zhong Hu, and a middle-aged doctor he hadn’t seen much before, who was quite tall, with fairly regular features, and a thick head of long hair nearly covering his ears.

He was just over forty years old.

"Dr. Li is here! Hu Jia, let me introduce you two. This is Dr. Li Jingsheng, our newly recruited doctor in orthopedics, soon to be promoted to attending physician, already holding up half the sky in our closed reduction clinic."

Director Hua smiled immediately upon seeing Li Jingsheng enter, introducing him to the two.

"Dr. Li, this is one of the most outstanding young doctors in our orthopedic department, Hu Jia, associate chief physician, specializing in spinal treatment. He went to the People’s Hospital for advanced study some time ago and just returned the day before yesterday."

Only particularly outstanding doctors typically get opportunities for advanced study at other hospitals.

In the eyes of the Second Hospital, the People’s Hospital is considered quite impressive.

It can only look up to it.

It’s only because the Second Hospital has strong backing from the healthcare authorities that it can cooperate with the People’s Hospital by sending some of its outstanding doctors there for further study.

As for Qiaobang Hospital, it’s quite special in nature, with a joint venture background. To cooperate with it, one must possibly rely on strength to earn its recognition.

The Second Hospital is not even classified as a top-tier hospital and probably still has a long way to go to gain Qiaobang Hospital’s approval.

Not to mention Qiaobang, even the big brother, the First Hospital, is far from enough.

In Jiangli City, major hospitals have generally been declining, with their capacities continuously dwindling. Outpatient and emergency visits are shrinking, and healthcare talent is consistently leaving.

Those daring to resign or switch jobs fall into two categories: either they are of low caliber with no future, or they are highly skilled but lack advancement opportunities and seek better development.

Once they have secured their next steps, they directly switch to bigger hospitals.

Such talent does exist, and they are not few in number.

Hospitals declining each year will see top talents leaving.

Hu Jia being sent to the People’s Hospital for advanced study sure indicates his strength is not weak.

"Hello, Director Hu! I’ve long admired your name!"

Li Jingsheng politely flattered him.

It’s all customary pleasantries.

He hadn’t really heard of this associate chief physician’s name before, except on the doctor’s introductory board on the wall.

"A pleasure, likewise! Ever since I returned to the department two days ago, the name I’ve heard most frequently is yours. Gaining such recognition from so many colleagues, I’m sure your abilities are exceptional. I hope we can work together more in the future, as we’ll be colleagues and comrades-in-arms in the same department."

Though Hu Jia is an associate chief physician, he doesn’t put on airs.

He stood, warmly shaking hands with Li Jingsheng.

Not just perfunctorily, but holding on and shaking firmly.

With considerable strength.

"As long as Director Hu needs, as long as conditions permit, I’m always at your service."

Encountering such genuinely kind upper-level doctors, Li Jingsheng also responded with genuine warmth.

"What do you mean by ’conditions permit’?"

Hu Jia looked puzzled.

"Dr. Li runs a private clinic and is usually very busy, working at our hospital only three days a week. I think he means he’s willing to cooperate with you whenever he has time,"

Director Hua explained from the side.

"Oh, I see! Working only three days a week, I’m so envious!"

Hu Jia nodded in understanding.

Hearing that Li Jingsheng worked only three days a week, you could hear the envy in his voice.

"Director Hu, you must not learn from Dr. Li. You are the backbone of our department. If you always think about taking breaks, who will handle the patients?" Director Hua quickly quashed the idea.

As a department head, he surely wishes there were more people to work.

Especially top doctors in the department, each capable of holding their own, they are the core force of the department.

As for miscellaneous work, basic work, there’s no shortage.

Even a resident or intern, after some training, can quickly be on board.

"Let’s quickly move on to discuss the case! Dr. Li, you can take a look at the patient’s medical records, examination reports, and other information,"

Director Hua quickly shifted the topic.