This doctor is already middle-aged, and he's only just started practicing medicine.

Chapter 264 The New Deputy Director!
"Teacher Tong, please speak slowly. There's a lot of information here, and I can't process it all at once," Lu Cheng said, urging Tong Yuan'an to calm down.

Tong Yuan'an said, "Director Tan is leading the team abroad for exchanges with great confidence this time. You could also interpret it as him going to show off."

"As a result, it broke during the on-site operation."

"Professor Tan is furious right now."

"Yes, it's around 3 p.m. there right now."

Lu Cheng, quite astutely grasping the key information, cautiously asked, "Teacher Tong, does Teacher Tan mean that there's a problem with our suturing technique?"

"It's not a matter of technique, it's a personal problem."

"Dog meat is not fit for a formal dinner!"

Tong Yuan'an said dejectedly, "The one Professor Tan took out this time usually performs quite well, and his performance in the practice room is always stable. But when he actually performs in front of outsiders, he gets nervous and his hands start to shake."

"They still lack on-site experience."

"Sigh..." Tong Yuan'an sighed deeply.

"Then why did Professor Tan scold you?" Lu Cheng asked.

Tong Yuan'an: "Isn't it just the same old problem? Director Tan said, 'If only I took you with me,' and so on..."

"Of course, there are good things too!"

“One of my students also went with the team, and he performed quite well in tendon suturing.”

"Department Director Tan was still very happy that Professor Tajima's team from the island nation failed to install it."

"Of course, later Director Tan personally took action, which allowed the international surgical community to witness the operational techniques of China once again."

"However, since the student did not perform well, we can only conclude that this technique is a matter of individual performance and does not represent its teachability."

Lu Cheng said, "Teacher Tong, so you just want to chat with me?"

"More or less. Not entirely." Tong Yuan'an's words were loaded with meaning.

Lu Cheng knew that Tong Yuan'an would definitely say something more, so he didn't continue speaking.

Tong Yuan'an remained silent for nearly ten seconds before his tone turned dejected: "Xiao Lu, this time, we've seen the tendon suture device."

"The suture device for the standard modified Tang method and the modified Tsushita suture technique allows the surgeon to simply attach the suture device and thread the needle according to the suture needle point, achieving a 90% suturing effect."

Upon hearing this, Lu Cheng was stunned: "Huh? Anyone can operate it?"

Tong Yuanan said, "Even laymen can operate it. The suture aid is marked with very detailed entry and exit points and sequence."

"Moreover, there are auxiliary instruments for giving needles and threading."

"Although it's only in the testing and demonstration phase right now, Director Tan said it's really easy to use."

At this point, Tong Yuan'an laughed: "Perhaps this is due to the differences in our thinking and culture. We are always thinking about how to improve our personal skills, but many people abroad are thinking about how to improve the tools they use and simplify the operation, rather than pursuing the best level in a single operation."

"This is a difference in cultural values. Many professors abroad don't put themselves through the hardship of practicing techniques; they value innovation more. People are the driving force behind thinking."

There is an old Chinese saying: "To do something well, you must first have the right tools."

Compared to a chainsaw, even if you sharpen a knife to chop wood, the efficiency is completely different.

Modern logging has evolved to the stage of logging machines. One person and one machine can be equivalent to a hundred or even a thousand people going up the mountain to cut firewood. This is the breakthrough in labor capacity brought about by technology.

"Teacher Tong, don't be disappointed. We don't have the technology or the research and development reserves, so we can only push our own limits."

"It's ok."

"Don't other countries also emphasize refined surgery? Anything related to refined treatment requires honing one's personal skills," Lu Cheng comforted him.

Lu Cheng could also understand why Tong Yuan'an was disappointed, because if this kind of suture device were developed, associate professors like Tong Yuan'an, who prided themselves on operating it, would be constantly demystified.

For example, once this device is developed and put into use, Longxian People's Hospital will no longer be unable to treat tendon injuries.

"Xiao Lu, we still have a long way to go."

"Currently, the cutting-edge development of hand surgery has been combined with neurosurgery, such as brain-computer interfaces and neural transposition transplantation."

"Traditional limb replantation, whether it's a skin flap or something, is already considered a product from mainland China."

"Many teams in China are currently working on functional reconstruction techniques for patients with peripheral nerve injuries and paralysis..."

“If we don’t keep up with the times, we will all be relatively eliminated and become mere runners-up.” Tong Yuan’an’s tone became somewhat somber.

"To be a runner-up" is a verb, but it can also be a noun.

People with dreams and abilities don't want to be used as a foil for others.

However, the world is vast, a discipline is broad, and there are countless talents. The world is so big that talents are as numerous as koi fish crossing the river.

Tong Yuan'an certainly didn't want to be eliminated passively, but sometimes, things don't just not happen no matter what you don't want them to.

Lu Cheng wasn't a complete novice in scientific research anymore: "Professor Tong, I've read quite a few articles, including those written by different teams both domestically and internationally."

"Indeed, the research paths we take at home and abroad are relatively different. Foreign countries focus on instrument development and technology application, while we focus on surgical research."

"For us clinicians, overseas research and development aims to reduce workload and improve capabilities, while our research and development aims to increase workload and improve capabilities."

"What can we do? Our technology can't keep up. Although it was said some time ago that a domestically produced nuclear magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine had been developed, is it any good?"

"Besides, Teacher Tong, you should be the one comforting me right now," Lu Cheng joked, trying to cut the subject short.

“That’s true.” Tong Yuan’an sighed again.

"You're still young, you should say more words of support to us."

"Oh, right. Xiao Lu... if you're interested, Director Tan said he'd like to talk to you." Tong Yuan'an changed the subject.

Lu Cheng said, "Teacher Tong, please tell Teacher Tan that my current height is only as high as my feet. I don't have a platform or shoulders to stand on."

"I can't see how far or how wide it is."

"I don't even know the immensity of heaven and earth, so how can I talk about pointing out the flaws in the world? I haven't even left Xiangzhou, so I don't think Teacher Tan needs to talk to me."

"I'm not qualified, and this isn't the time to talk about these things."

Tong Yuan'an thought for a moment and nodded: "That's right, then I'll reply to Director Tan like that."

"Director Tan was also spurred on. In fact, every time we go out, we make some significant discoveries, even though our country's technology is also keeping up."

"But the trends and directions of the concentrated follow-ups are all different..."

"Thank you for understanding, Teacher Tong." After exchanging pleasantries with Tong Yuan'an for a while, Lu Cheng hung up the phone.

Tong Yuan'an's words didn't cause much of a stir in Lu Cheng's mind, just as the current international conflicts and wars were far beyond Lu Cheng's concern. He wasn't in a position to concern himself with such matters.

If you don't have the ability to be compassionate and empathetic, what kind of saintly heart do you have?
Are they worthy?
However, Lu Cheng calmly shared with Mu Nanshu what Tong Yuan'an had told him.

Mu Nanshu was certainly intelligent, and comforted him, "Lu Cheng, the world's development will not stop for individuals, nor will it deliberately wait for one person."

"Moreover, different teams and different people start from different points."

"There is no absolute fairness in life, let alone the different stages of development of different countries."

Lu Cheng smiled: "Of course, others wouldn't even wait for Director Tan, so why would they wait for me?"

"Moreover, the quality of these sutures is only 90 to 95 percent of that of a master, not even 100 percent."

"If you're looking for the absolute best treatment results, that's not enough. Our tendon suturing techniques remain top-notch."

"Of course, if we want to improve the average level and general quality, our sewing techniques are not as good as others. After all, our sewing techniques require a long learning period."

"So, this might be what you mean when you say that our country's top-level medical care is no less than that of foreign countries, but its general medical care is not up to par."

"Tendon suture device, it's just a minor part of tendon rupture in hand surgery, and they already have a suture device. I really can't imagine how advanced the other equipment their hospitals have."

To see the whole leopard from a single spot.

Foreign professors do not possess succubus-like qualities!

They are human too, and many of them are not as skilled as many professors in China, but their treatment quality can be very good.

This is because, apart from operations, the quality and average level of many other things they do are higher than those in China.

According to Mu Nanshu, orthopedic departments abroad employ professional rehabilitation therapists, but these therapists only conduct research on rehabilitation after orthopedic surgery.

In China, postoperative rehabilitation guidance is often provided by clinicians who simply follow the crowd and based on their own understanding.

There are also many rehabilitation aids available abroad.

However, in terms of the overall quality of orthopedic treatment, rehabilitation accounts for more than 40%. Therefore, overall, although the surgical skills in China are higher, the comprehensive treatment effect may not be as good as that abroad.

From a simple point of view, a vegetarian diet doesn't provide as much strength as a diet consisting entirely of meat.

Mu Nanshu said, "Lu Cheng, you also have to consider that our top-notch technology is no worse than theirs."

"The cost is much less."

"This is in line with our national conditions. This is the path we have chosen. This path is feasible and suitable for us, which is why we have chosen to take this path."

"Hey, what happened to that student Director Tan took out who messed up the operation?"

Lu Cheng said, "Professor Tong said that he was too nervous and his operation was completely distorted."

Mu Nanshu explained, "Oh... the mindset is completely different when performing a procedure in public versus in the operating room."

"I'm going to wash my face, and then I'll rest. You should go to sleep too. You have to work tomorrow."

"Okay, you should get some rest too."

"I'll give you a few phone numbers. You can call them if you need any help. They're my cousins," Lu Cheng instructed.

"Don't worry, I can handle these things myself."

Mu Nanshu's voice was gentle: "Back in our hometown, it's just that my uncle and aunt aren't nice to our family, everyone else is very nice, okay?"

Lu Cheng said, "Now that I have a formal job, I can't be with you for every little thing anymore."

Mu Nanshu said, "That's why university was so much better, carefree. We could buy fruit together, buy paper and pens together, buy clothes together..."

……

There are only two essential things to do on an emergency shift.

The first one is to wait.

The second is emergency response.

Lu Cheng was quite lucky. His shift in the emergency room went incredibly smoothly. Over two days, with one day shift and one night shift, he only had to clean the wounds of three patients in total.

Patients with severe trauma all avoided Lu Cheng.

However, Lu Cheng was the only lucky one. Two people died during Lu Cheng's night shift after his day shift, and three people left the emergency room during his day shift before the night shift.

His colleagues are all very understanding. Unless there are special circumstances, they will not disturb Lu Cheng or ask him to work overtime.

Putting ourselves in others' shoes, everyone's energy is limited. Although Lu Cheng is very capable, his shifts and workload far exceed the limits stipulated by labor laws.

Making Lu Cheng wait to work overtime at any time would be too inhumane.

After the night shift, the day shift in the ward begins, which is when Lu Cheng will start writing medical records.

On February 20th, the eleventh day of the first lunar month, a Saturday, at 10:40 AM, Xiao Zhaoxi brought an 'uninvited guest'!
After knocking on the emergency room office door, Xiao Zhaoxi said, "Xiao Lu, come here for a moment, let me formally introduce you."

When Lu Cheng turned around, he saw Dai Linfang standing next to Xiao Zhaoxi. However, it seemed that Xiao Zhaoxi did not know that Lu Cheng knew Dai Linfang!

"Dr. Dai Linfang, attending physician, was specially assigned by the Medical Affairs Department to be the deputy director of surgery in our emergency department and the general affairs officer for scientific research in the emergency department."

After introducing Lu Cheng, Xiao Zhaoxi said, "Dr. Dai, this is Dr. Lu Cheng from our emergency department. He is a top performer who was selected through the examination. His performance and personal abilities are outstanding, and he is the one I want to emphasize to you."

Lu Cheng, wearing a mask, looked slightly surprised, but his expression remained calm. He shook hands with Dai Linfang with his right hand and said, "Hello, Dr. Dai."

"Hello, Brother Lu. I haven't been in clinical practice for very long. I've been working in the oncology department before. I hope you and the other teachers will give me a lot of guidance in the future." Dai Linfang is also a veteran actor.

"Dr. Dai, come with me, let's get to know the other people."

"After I've given you a general overview, you can familiarize yourself with the environment. Our deputy director of surgery has several main responsibilities..." Xiao Zhaoxi led Dai Linfang out while explaining the division of labor in the emergency department in detail.

Lu Cheng suddenly felt a headache coming on.

However, he didn't seem to have any good solutions!

Lu Cheng knew that with Dai Linfang's education and family background, he was a trump card at Xiangzhou People's Hospital, and there was almost no one who could influence his decision.

Even though his family connections are mainly concentrated in other provinces.

But we should still give the face that is due and that we can give...

Dai Linfang's demands were not exaggerated.

Half an hour later, Dai Linfang arrived at the lounge.

Lu Cheng was ordering takeout when he saw Dai Linfang. He walked over, slammed the emergency room door shut, and pushed it open with his back, asking, "What are you doing here?"

(End of this chapter)