Surgery Godfather-Chapter 296 - 0280 AJSM

Chapter 296: Chapter 0280 AJSM

After a busy day of surgeries, Yang Ping took a shower in the operating room’s changing room.

There were shampoos, shower gels, and towels in the locker too. Taking a shower before getting off work made the walk home a lot more comfortable, instead of being sweaty and sticky all over.

Song Zimo was resting on a chair, while Little Five, Zhang Lin and Fatty were smoking. Fatty had bought some imported cigarettes from the duty-free store and they were all sharing.

“Isn’t it strange that even though it’s written on the packet that smoking is harmful to health, it’s not banned like drugs are?” Fatty squashed a cigarette pack and fell into a contemplative silence.

“This question of yours might make a good PhD thesis in economics. You’re asking in the wrong place,” Zhang Lin replied, exhaling a puff of smoke.

Little Five also donned a serious look, “A lot of human behavior is backed by economic motives. Have you ever heard of the Shelby light bulb story? Nearly a hundred years ago, they made a bulb that could last a hundred years. It should have been widely celebrated, but due to the super durability of this bulb, they ended up going bankrupt. Current light bulbs only last a few thousand hours, not because we can’t make more durable ones, but because whoever manages to create a more durable bulb will go bankrupt!”

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When Yang Ping emerged from his shower, the group halted their discussion and quickly extinguished their cigarettes.

Song Zimo did a sit-up: “Senior, could you reveal your secret? How did you manage to write so many papers during your two-week leave? I want to know how it’s possible. I’ve already organized all your papers; I think two of the arthroscopy papers can be published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine. If we’re going to publish them, we should aim for top-tier journals.”

The impact factor of the American Journal of Sports Medicine has reached 5.4; it’s the top-ranked journal in orthopedics. Why do doctors publish papers? It’s the summary of their clinical research. Why aim for top-tier journals? It’s the path to establishing their reputation in the field. It’s akin to athletes proving their prowess by participating in world championships.

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“Director Han has asked me to visit his office!”

Yang Ping didn’t answer his question. It wasn’t something that could be simply answered.

Yang Ping had sent a copy of his papers to Director Han for revision. The invitation to his office was likely about the papers.

Yang Ping left the operating room to meet Director Han at the orthopedics research institute, and ran into Director Gao coming out of his office.

“Doctor Yang, just finished a surgery?”

“Yes, I did.”

“I just took on a case requiring a four-ligament reconstruction of the knee. Could you guide me through the procedure when you have some time?”

“Director Gao, you’re too polite. You’re welcome anytime from Monday to Friday. We can make arrangements.”

“Thank you. I’ll disturb you then.”

“Not at all.”

Director Gao left cheerfully. Other department directors wouldn’t let a young doctor guide them through a surgery, but Director Gao was different. All he wanted was to learn, regardless of whether the teacher was young or old.

Yang Ping knocked on the door and entered. Old Han spread out the papers on the table, “I’ve read your papers and they’re of very high quality. You should aim to publish them in top international journals. As for the specific journals, let me plan for you.”

To be promoted to associate senior, Yang Ping would need to have papers and research topics. Normally, it would take three to five years after becoming a chief physician to be promoted, but the new regulations in Nandu Province stipulate three years. Under special contributions, the promotion could be expedited.

What qualifies as special contributions? It’s not necessarily about how well one carries out surgeries, but rather about papers and research topics. For instance, publishing an article in “Nature” or “Science”, or winning a national second-prize award for scientific and technological advancement.

“Xiao Yang, leave your papers with me. I will take a closer look. What do you think of Gao Yuan? With the rapid increase in arthroscopy patients, I think it’s time to establish a sports medicine center. We would need to draw some people from the rehabilitation department to form a surgery rehabilitation center. The idea has not been welcomed by the rehab department because it would mean splitting their unit. However, Dean Xia is very supportive of establishing a sports medicine center. So, in reality, the rehab department is being a bit petty.”

“Director Gao is very practical and loves learning. Recently, he’s been attending surgeries, and not for show. He’s been genuinely dedicated to learning. I think he can be trusted to take on the role of the center director.”

“I’ve been observing him recently as well. I’ve been considering whether to install a new department director like we did for the trauma orthopedics. But on closer examination, sports medicine and trauma orthopedics are not quite the same. At the time, the trauma orthopedics didn’t have a suitable candidate for the position. With sports medicine, I feel Gao Yuan is quite capable. He has a good educational background, is proactive and very pioneering. I’d like to give him more responsibilities after the sports medicine center is set up.”

“Personally, I think Director Gao is very suitable for the position of the sports medicine center director!”

This casual chat between Old Han and Yang Ping sometimes solidified major decisions.

“Xiao Yang, the hospital’s marketing department has invited a TV crew to shoot a documentary series about your team. Dean Xia personally proposed this, emphasizing on publicizing your young team. The marketing team has also compiled some footage, such as the five-section replantation, five-ligament reconstruction, and the academic conference surgery. But it’s not enough. The TV crew will step in to film some of your daily work. They won’t interfere with your normal operations, but they may conduct some special interviews with you. Please cooperate as best you can.” Old Han was worried about Yang Ping’s reluctance to be in the spotlight and hence had this special chat with him.

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Actually, publicity is necessary. Although Yang Ping prefers to keep a low profile and doesn’t like pulling the spotlight, if he wants to expand the department, some publicity is needed.

“I’ll cooperate fully!” Yang Ping reassured Old Han.

With Yang Ping’s pledge, Old Han was relieved, afraid that this lad wouldn’t cooperate with the interview.

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“Doctor Yang, this is Old Cheng. The New Year gifts are at the gate of the community, but the security guard needs to call you for confirmation before they can be let in.”

Old Cheng and Yang Ping had agreed that the New Year’s goods would be delivered at six o’clock in the afternoon, and as soon as it was six, the call arrived on time.

Yang Ping confirmed Old Cheng’s identity with the security guard, who then let Old Cheng’s car in.

Leaving the Orthopedics Institute, Yang Ping rushed back as the goods were about to be moved upstairs.

His collaboration with Old Cheng was above board, and Old Cheng had said that this was a benefit for experts provided by the hospital, so Yang Ping had no good reason to refuse for fear that Old Cheng would misunderstand, and thus accepted everything.

Old Cheng personally rolled up his sleeves and carried the boxes upstairs into Yang Ping’s house. Fortunately, the house was large enough to accommodate all the stuff, including wine, fruits, nuts, and all kinds of specialties.

“The fresh meat will be delivered on the 29th, including lamb, beef, and pork, which are all pre-ordered and will be freshly butchered; the fish are also pre-ordered from the reservoir; the chickens are free-range from Shipo, all to be slaughtered on the day of delivery.”

Old Cheng, carrying in the goods, was perspiring heavily: “I’m afraid they will handle the stuff carelessly and damage it, it’s more reassuring to do it myself.”

Dean Cai also pitched in with Old Cheng in carrying the goods. After everything was brought upstairs, Yang Ping invited them for dinner, but Old Cheng refused no matter what: “To tell you the truth, I have a dinner appointment waiting for me. I just dropped by to deliver these goods.”

After everything was arranged, Old Cheng hurriedly left with his people.

“Pingping, are these things okay? Are they all above board?”

Old Yang was worried about his son being involved in corruption, and Xiao Su laughed, “Uncle, you can rest assured. This is the boss of a private hospital. Yang Ping is cooperating with them in the surgeries, helping them earn a lot of money. These are the benefits given to Yang Ping by their hospital, just like our unit distributing rice and oil.”

“Then I can rest easy!” Seeing so many valuable goods, Old Yang was worried that his son might be tempted into corruption.

His mother was checking the New Year’s goods: “There are so many. We’ve got everything. Do we need to prepare anything else for ourselves?”

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Su Nanchen, a call from Brother Su. The guy who had the four-ligament reconstruction last time at Affiliate Hospital One, recovered very well after surgery. The patient wanted to go to Sanbo Hospital for a follow-up check with Yang Ping and to add Yang Ping on WeChat.

It turned out to be that guy, the athlete who still loved football despite all his trials and tribulations. This young man was quite famous, a main player of the Nandu Province team, who excelled in speed, endurance, explosive power, and skills, and had a high reputation in the Super League.

Unfortunately, every test God gave him was too heavy. The injury this time, with ruptures of the anteroposterior cruciate ligaments, the medial and lateral structures, was enough to force him to retire.

Yang Ping checked WeChat and found a new friend request. After he accepted the request, the other party sent an emoji of a handshake.

“I’m Luo Jin, Doctor Yang. I’m sorry to bother you. I was wondering when I could come for a follow-up. I couldn’t find your name in the outpatient doctor list on the official website of Sanbo Hospital.”

“I don’t do outpatient service! If you want a follow-up, come to the general orthopedic ward from four to six o’clock tomorrow afternoon.”

“I am very grateful. I’ve started jogging, and it feels great. My knee is very stable, and I am very confident about returning to the field!”

“Go for it! You can definitely do it.”