In the orthopedic department, there are only a few chief physicians with real status.

The only associate chief physician who showed up was Hu Jia.

He was probably being nurtured by Director Hua and the department as the future pillar of orthopedics.

If a department wants to prosper continuously, it must avoid a gap in talent.

It’s best if the younger generation surpasses the older one, allowing for continuous growth.

"Dr. Li, we’ve been waiting for you."

Hu Jia smiled and greeted him as soon as he knocked and entered.

Last time, Li Jingsheng helped Hu Jia solve a major problem, earning Hu Jia’s gratitude and praise.

Status sometimes comes this way.

In a hospital, one must either have educational credentials and reputable papers, ideally multiple high-standard SCI papers.

Of course, just having numerous papers isn’t enough; there must be a few high-impact papers to avoid being ridiculed as ’water buffalo’.

Doctors with many published papers are generally referred to as top experts.

Mention of them brings genuine admiration.

However, papers created through questionable methods, even if accepted by SCI, are just fillers, mockingly called ’water buffalo’.

Li Jingsheng’s thesis was quite ordinary, primarily due to the previously mediocre standard in research, academics, and medical skills.

Now, as his medical skills have improved, they have also elevated his paper quality.

With more time, he should be able to produce several high-quality papers each year.

After all, he now possesses the ability to diagnose complex diseases across multiple fields, his surgical skills have improved, and he comprehensively understands the treatment of lesions, analysis of causes, and pathological mechanisms.

Even if his writing is poor, it won’t be too bad.

"Jingsheng, I heard your surgeries are getting increasingly impressive! Old Wu was just praising you, saying that the excision surgery for Osteoblastoma you performed today was of high caliber."

Director Hua extended extremely courteous reception to Li Jingsheng.

Stood up to greet him and invited Li Jingsheng to sit next to Hu Jia.

Even if everyone was sitting on plastic stools.

The fact that Li Jingsheng, after less than three months in orthopedics, could secure a place in such a high-level meeting was an immense honor.

"I was just following instructions, mainly because Professor Wu’s guidance was spot on, allowing me to complete the surgery smoothly."

Li Jingsheng dared not take undue credit.

Director Zhong Hu and Chen Anchen shared a sly smile upon hearing this.

They were well aware of how lacking Professor Wu’s surgical ability was.

And he still had the ability to guide Li Jingsheng in surgery?

Their meaningful smiles were not missed by Professor Wu, who felt quite embarrassed.

This kind of silent mockery indeed hurt his self-esteem.

Over the years, his weak surgical skills have often been the butt of jokes from these two.

"To speak of guidance, yes, I provided some. However, this depends on individual perception and talent; some directors are highly skilled in surgery but can’t produce an outstanding apprentice. Outsiders might think they’re holding back technique."

Professor Wu said these words while intentionally glancing at Director Zhong Hu.

Even before finishing, Director Zhong slammed his palm on the table.

Bam!

"Wu Guanghan, who are you sarcastically insulting here? Is it me who’s holding back techniques instead of teaching them? It’s they who can’t learn!"

Director Zhong Hu had a fiery disposition, was impatient, and easily angered.

He exploded right away when provoked by Professor Wu.

"Ha, I wasn’t referring to you, Director Zhong! I was merely citing an example."

Professor Wu had a smile that didn’t reach his eyes.

In terms of tactics, Professor Wu certainly wasn’t easy to deal with.

People like Director Zhong Hu, straightforward in nature, can only be toyed with by him.

"Do you want me to challenge you today, believe it or not?"

Director Zhong Hu prepared to brawl, rolling up his sleeves.

"Enough! You’re quarreling here in front of the juniors, isn’t that disgraceful enough? I want both of you to take a step back, no more arguing. You’re here to discuss important matters, not to fight."

Director Hua, usually seeming gentle, exuded an overwhelming presence when angry, like a landslide, with a commanding aura.

This oppressed the two, making them stop their argument.

Still, Director Zhong Hu glared at Professor Wu with a grim expression, his breathing intense.

Being publicly embarrassed clearly upset him.

Li Jingsheng didn’t fully understand the grudge between these veterans, only knowing that Chen Anchen had competed with Director Hua for a time, later falling behind due to an injury caused by a patient.

Today’s experience was eye-opening.

Unexpectedly, even among directors, conflicts could erupt at any moment.

Without considering consequences.

"I’ve gathered everyone today for two matters only. First, to find ways to strengthen our orthopedic department. I hope everyone helps each other and stands side by side when facing difficult or critical cases." 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝔀𝓮𝒃𝙣𝓸𝒗𝒆𝒍.𝙘𝒐𝒎

Director Hua’s authoritative gaze swept across them.

"Second, our hospital plans to dispatch an elite team to participate in the city’s skill competition. Dean Fu’s intention is to strive to be the best without focusing on ranking."

In reality, this signifies self-awareness.

The second hospital is limited in capability, vying for ranking with top-tier institutions like People’s Hospital or Qiaobang Hospital would be self-deprecating.

It would hurt morale instead.

Therefore, they advocated striving for excellence rather than focusing on ranking.

This is also leadership skill.

"Our orthopedic department is renowned for bone setting both locally and externally; it’s a hallmark of the second hospital. During the competition, Doctor Xu will lead with Li Jingsheng joining. This was personally decided by the Deans."