My Medical Skills Give Me Experience Points
Chapter 406 - 189: The Three Elements That Determine a Doctor's Status, Did Director Jia Misjudge?

"Director Liu mentioned you to me more than once when we chatted. He had promised to take you as his apprentice and teach you personally. Unfortunately, when several major departments were selecting candidates for the general practice residency, you were chosen by the Emergency Department. You are aware of the fierce competition between departments and the intertwined interests. Old Liu is just at the Deputy Director level, occupying a neither here nor there position, and he didn't have the power to transfer you from the Emergency Department."

Director Jia seems to have a very good personal relationship with Old Liu.

Otherwise, the two wouldn't have discussed such topics.

Old Liu's status in the General Surgery is fine, but within the entire Tuya Hospital, he might not rank very high.

Nowadays, doctors without academic contributions, even those with abundant clinical experience, usually don't hold very high positions.

A doctor's standing is determined by three key elements. First, the capability of surgery or diagnostics. Able to cure diseases, conquer difficult and complicated cases, and excel in a particular field.

These doctors are often well-known physicians or experts in their area.

They have significant influence and can attract a large number of patients seeking consultations to the hospital.

Such doctors are the flagships of the hospital, enjoying an exalted status.

Even if their academic achievements are not impressive, it does not affect their standing within the hospital and the industry.

Second, remarkable academic achievements.

They have published many important journal papers, at least one of which has caused a stir in the industry, possibly leading trends or breaking new ground. Or they have exceptional scientific research accomplishments.

These doctors often hold senior teaching positions in medical colleges, starting at least at the Level 3 professor level.

The most common are also Level 3 professors.

As for those who have made it to the Level 1 professor, they are often at the Academician level.

Not only do they hold very high positions in the hospital, but they also enjoy high status in academia and society.

This is why all doctors, irrespective of their capabilities, spend a lot of time on academic research.

Since ancient times, there has been a belief that all professions are inferior; only scholarship is high.

This rule applies to the medical profession as well.

Third, high administrative positions, or having connections above.

No need for explanation here.

Even the most competent doctors are considered juniors in front of these kinds of people.

Of course, generally, everyone respects each other and coexists harmoniously.

Old Liu's academic achievements are hard to speak of, his surgical skills are just above average, and having ample clinical experience barely counts as an advantage. But at the Deputy Director level, which doctor doesn't have extensive experience?

So, Old Liu's status in the hospital is relatively low.

He can't even begin to compare with big shots like Wu Baihe, Yin Hua, and Hu Kan.

With his position, trying to transfer a general practice resident chosen by the Emergency Department is truly beyond his ability.

Back in the operating room, Old Liu merely casually mentioned that he wanted to personally cultivate Zhou Can.

Even Zhou Can didn't take it too seriously.

Unexpectedly, the person who made the promise still remembered it.

"Old Liu asked me to teach you, which is also indirectly fulfilling the promise he made to you. I hope you understand this."

Director Jia said to him again.

"I understand! Thank you for always remembering me, a minor figure. And thank you for willing to personally instruct me."

Zhou Can expressed his attitude very earnestly.

"From today onwards, whether I'm seeing patients, performing surgeries, or making rounds, you can follow me. As long as you are capable, you can take part at any time. If there's anything you don't understand, you can ask me directly."

Director Jia's intention was basically to tell Zhou Can that he would fully mentor him.

And he was giving Zhou Can the greatest freedom to develop.

This kind of treatment is something that no trainee would even dare to dream of.

For residents, being appreciated by a Director Level physician is already hitting the jackpot, like ancestral graves sprouting green smoke. Being fully cultivated by a Director Level physician happens about as often as winning the lottery.

"Knock, knock, knock!"

At this moment, a quite young and beautiful female doctor knocked on the door.

"Director Jia, good morning! Are you available to make rounds now?"

The female doctor asked with a smile.

"I'll be right there! Qiu Hong, I've just taken a new student. His name is Zhou Can, a general practice resident who just rotated to Digestive Surgery. If he has any questions, please help him out."

Director Jia obviously knew this female doctor very well.

After the introduction, he looked at Zhou Can.

"She is Qiu Hong, she's been learning from me for almost five years. She has achieved quite a bit in the field of gastritis, ulcerative colitis, and other areas in Digestive Surgery. The diagnosis of various malignant diseases and surgical plans for digestive disorders, she has reached a considerable level."

Director Jia was very satisfied with this female student and gave her a high evaluation.

"Senior Sister Qiu, hello, I'll be counting on your help in the future."

Zhou Can knew when to sweet-talk, and he was never rigid.

A single "Senior Sister Qiu" directly won the female doctor's delighted smile.

"Hehe, you are quite sociable. Director Jia rarely takes residents, you must be the first one since his reappointment. However, I have heard of your reputation; they say you are on par with the overseas PhD returnee Dr. Du. I am looking forward to seeing your true abilities!"

She chuckled and winked at Zhou Can, looking him over with a curious and probing gaze.

Too bad, she was quickly disappointed.

Because aside from being a bit handsome and somewhat dashing, Zhou Can did not seem to have the air of a master.

Even his attire under the white coat was very casual.

Sporting casual sports pants on the bottom, and sneakers on his feet. Compared to Du Leng's impeccably dressed appearance, the difference in image was quite big.