Healing Doctor

Chapter 745 Insight

"There are many things in China that I really can't understand."

"For example?" Ji Xiang asked.

"For example, as Director Bai just mentioned, the abnormal Down syndrome screening results we encountered... if this were at Massachusetts General Hospital..."

"This isn't Massachusetts, nor is it a Harvard-affiliated hospital," Ji Xiang interrupted Lin Jiuze without any politeness. He said with a smile, "By the way, something happened during my internship."

As they spoke, the two returned to the orthopedic office.

When Zhao Zhe heard Ji Xiang talk about something that happened during his internship, he immediately thought of a joke—"I have a friend."

How many things can you encounter during an internship?

Zhao Zhe, as a veteran physician, was well aware of the situation.

Since he started working with Ji Xiang, he has talked about many cases he encountered during his internship.

There are suspicious points here.

However, Zhao Zhe wasn't foolish enough to question him; instead, he looked at Ji Xiang with a smile.

"The patient's family came to the hospital with their child and made a scene, saying that the baby was switched at birth."

"Hmm? This is a big deal," Lin Jiu said.

"They said they did a paternity test, and the child isn't the father's at all."

"..."

"..."

"However, afterward, faced with exorbitant compensation claims and public pressure, the hospital said it would require the mother to undergo a paternity test, but the woman refused and just made a scene."

"Oh, I see. Then it's definitely not possible to do that," Zhao Zhe said with a smile.

"So, it's better to be a little oblivious to some things," Ji Xiang said with great insight.

Lin Jiu was somewhat puzzled.

This kind of insight, when seen in doctors, is mostly found in seasoned, experienced specialists. For example, in Massachusetts, if someone wants to use a medical appointment as an opportunity to have a set of tests done, the kind that are covered by health insurance, the senior doctor will handle it very tactfully.

However, it is highly unlikely that young doctors would have such a clear understanding of the issues.

Ji Xiang was the only exception.

"I've encountered a similar situation before," Zhao Zhe began to gossip.

He spoke with great enthusiasm, but twenty minutes later, Ji Xiang received a phone call and left. Lin Jiu then said calmly, "Dr. Zhao, is this how medical care is in China?"

"Otherwise what?" Zhao Zhe shrugged. "A hospital is a window through which you can see all sorts of strange and unusual people. What would happen if this were in Massachusetts?"

Lin Jiu didn't answer Zhao Zhe's question, but said calmly, "Dr. Ji Xiang has a really good temper and a clear understanding of things."

His words carried a hint of sarcasm, though not a strong one.

"Dr. Xiao Ji... On the surface, he only communicates with you gently, but in reality, by observing the conversations and other information you reveal, he has already conducted a comprehensive, multi-level, and wide-ranging assessment of your intelligence and behavior."

"Uh..." Lin Jiu was taken aback.

"He's always rational, and he doesn't care," Zhao Zhe said. "I've seen many types of doctors, such as greedy, selfless, hardworking, and lazy, but I've never met a doctor like Dr. Xiao Ji before."

"What he did was very strange; I couldn't understand it at all."

Lin Jiuzhe pondered carefully and realized that Zhao Zhe's words made sense, but Lin Jiuzhe's deep-seated pride could not accept the fact that Ji Xiang had intellectually crushed him and ignored him.

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"Professor Chen, Xiao Ji is preparing to apply for the Outstanding Young Scientist award this year," Dean Shen said with a smile. "You've seen his level; it's truly exceptional!"

Old Chen looked at Ji Xiang with a kind smile. Not long ago, when the patient's family members were angry and irritable, he was only kind and gentle.

"Xiao Ji, Ji Xiang, what a good name," Old Chen praised.

Ji Xiang was completely confused.

"Xiao Ji, Professor Chen is a senior figure in the field of biological sciences and one of the review experts for the selection of outstanding young scientists."

So that's how it is. Ji Xiang finally understood why Director Bai had said he was lucky.

"Hello, Mr. Chen," Ji Xiang greeted him politely.

"Xiao Ji, you've really relieved a huge worry of mine. You don't know, for the past two years, my grandson's constant cough and insomnia have caused his grades and health to plummet. Now, all that trouble is over."

"You should use Bluetooth headphones in moderation in the future," Ji Xiang gently reminded him. "His sebum is quite unusual; I suspect it's caused by earwax buildup from prolonged use of Bluetooth headphones."

"Hmm." Old Chen nodded, looking at Ji Xiang with great interest. "Little Ji, do you know what's needed to apply for the Outstanding Young Scientists Fund?"

"I have a general understanding, and I'm starting to prepare."

"Do you have any overseas study experience?"

"No." Ji Xiang shook his head.

Old Chen's expression turned slightly serious.

"Xiao Ji has published many papers in top medical journals," Dean Shen explained.

"One or two articles aren't enough."

"We already have seven papers, all from journals with an impact factor of over 20. When the selection is held next year, we estimate we'll have around 30 papers," Ji Xiang gave a positive answer.

"oh?!"

Ji Xiang's words surprised not only Old Chen, but also Dean Shen and Director Bai.

With only a few months until next year's review, Ji Xiang actually said he could have around 30 top-tier papers.

Keep in mind that there are only a handful of journals with an impact factor above 20, and to publish 30 papers in just a few months...

If Ji Xiang hadn't said those words, everyone present would have thought it was just a child being ignorant and bragging.

But Ji Xiang solved the bizarre problem of cerumen causing coughing with ease, and the speed and success of the solution were astonishing.

"Will it really work?"

"It should be fine."

Old Chen nodded slightly. He thought for a long time before saying, "Xiao Shen has never asked me to do anything major. Our hospital is lucky to get one Outstanding Young Scientist every ten years."

"But there's an unspoken rule for outstanding young scientists: they must have overseas experience. Xiao Ji, I'll give you a series of hospital visits in Europe and America, and you can go on vacation for a few months."

"Mr. Chen, I can't go abroad," Ji Xiang said regretfully.

"Um?"

My parents won't let me go abroad.

"!!!"

"!!!"

Old Chen and Dean Shen were stunned, while Director Bai gave a wry smile.

Can't go abroad? What kind of reason is that?

However, Mr. Chen knew this was a matter of personal privacy and involved many things, so he didn't ask in detail.

After a long pause, Chen Lao gently tapped his fingers on the sofa armrest and said, "I can't guarantee that. Besides, you're too young. Outstanding Young Scientists are usually technical talents around 35 years old."

"I'm sorry to trouble you, Elder Chen," Ji Xiang said respectfully, completely lacking the vigor and arrogance that a young man should have.

He was like an old doctor who had been through countless trials and tribulations in society.

"Okay, I've got it. But you have to be good yourself to succeed. Dr. Ji, you need to work harder." Old Chen didn't say much more, and personally saw Ji Xiang off to the door. Before leaving, he held Ji Xiang's hand tightly and said many words of gratitude.

It was only when talking about his grandson that Old Chen's true feelings were revealed.

(End of this chapter)