Surgery Godfather
Chapter 803 - 719: Showing Skills Depends on Competing for Superiority

Chapter 803: Chapter 719: Showing Skills Depends on Competing for Superiority

Hearing Teacher Sun’s words, Professor Wang felt as if he had been struck by lightning, his thoughts in disarray.

The patient before him was definitely a former patient of his; otherwise, how could he know the details of the past consultation? Moreover, judging from the voice and behavior, there was no doubt in his mind. But why had there been such a big change?

Could it be that the surgery’s effects were really that remarkable? Was it truly performed by Ivan?

As a plastic surgeon, Professor Wang was very familiar with the legend of Ivan, though he had never met him in person.

Unable to help himself, Professor Wang turned his head to glance at Ivan. If that were really Ivan, he would be a demigod, right? Could the words he had just spoken all be true?

But how could Sanbo Hospital possibly have engaged someone like him? It was said that many top hospitals in the United States couldn’t secure Ivan’s services.

Seeing Professor Wang’s lack of response, Professor Li, in his capacity as group leader, reminded him again, "We are pressed for time, and we have already reviewed the case. Let’s discuss the legality of Ivan’s surgical procedure."

Only then did Professor Wang come to his senses. He stopped asking questions and returned to the conference table, while Teacher Sun was taken back to the ward by Li Guodong. The meeting continued.

Taking charge, Professor Li said, "Regarding the issue of Sanbo Hospital illegally inviting a foreign doctor to consult and perform surgery, we now have a clear understanding of the facts. Firstly, the results of the surgery are very good, as we have just seen the case, so there is no need for further explanation from me. Thus, we only need to verify the legality of the procedure. I have reviewed the surgery records, and the chief surgeon listed for both operations is a Sanbo Hospital doctor with surgical qualifications, which suggests there are no major issues. The procedure is entirely legal. Sometimes our hospital also invites professors from Beijing to perform surgeries to simplify paperwork—we often operate in the same manner. There is nothing unreasonable about this. Therefore, I believe the allegation of Sanbo Hospital illegally inviting a foreign doctor for consultations and surgery is unfounded. What are your opinions?"

Professor Wang wasn’t particularly skilled, but he knew how to read the room. He knew better than to challenge authority. Hearing Professor Li’s words and realizing Professor Li might know something, he immediately made a 180-degree turn,

"Hmm... um, Professor Li is right, I agree," Professor Wang answered awkwardly.

With both group leaders setting the tone, there was no need for further discussion. The other members expressed their agreement, albeit through trivial commentary.

"Moving on to the second issue, the authorization of the Comprehensive Surgery Department, this is an internal matter of Sanbo Hospital. Normally, it wouldn’t be our place to interfere. However, since we have received a complaint and are here on behalf of your Provincial Hall to investigate, we need to examine the surgeries you have performed in the past. Professor Yang, please go ahead and present them, since you are the one directly involved," Professor Li spoke flawlessly.

"Right, I agree with Professor Wang’s opinion, internal matters, internal matters," Professor Wang echoed.

Professor Wang sat restlessly, stealing glances at Ivan several times. If that was really the great Ivan, he feared discussing professional knowledge. With his limited expertise, he was afraid of embarrassing himself.

"Professor Yang, please introduce it to the experts," finally Dean Xia spoke.

Yang Ping stood up, bowed slightly to everyone, and spoke with confidence and conviction:

"Our Comprehensive Surgery Department is a research-oriented department, a base combining scientific research with clinical practice. Currently, no other hospital in the country or abroad has a similar department. Therefore, many things cannot be compared with others. As a research department, our surgical techniques often cross disciplines. For example, spinal deformities involve the heart and lung, and tumors of the upper cervical spine often involve the brain stem. Therefore, we need full surgical authority across Surgery to carry out our work normally. The surgeries we perform are the most advanced, both in concept and technique, often surpassing what is taught in textbooks, making it difficult to use external evaluation for authorization."

"Take this plastic surgery case, for instance; the reconstructive techniques used on the facial features are something Professor Wang has probably never heard of. That’s no surprise, as these techniques are Dr. Ivan’s cutting-edge technology, not expected to become widespread without a decade of time. Consequently, the hospital has considered our specific situation. To avoid stifling our growth, they’ve adopted special measures, granting us complete surgical authority across Surgery."

"Our hospital also handles special cases in a special way," said Song Zimo. "As for the surgeries we conduct, they currently cover a wide range, including scoliosis correction, treatment of severe and complex traumas, upper cervical and brainstem tumors, and of course, the complex plastic surgeries that we’ve only recently begun. Every type of surgery has its own innovative techniques that we’ve developed. These have all undergone rigorous academic evaluation and the papers have been published in top international journals. If you’re interested, you can visit our teaching room later, where we have journals featuring our published papers on display."

Following this, Song Zimo began distributing departmental brochures to everyone. The experts were blown away by the published journals, each one representing the pinnacle of its field. For them, producing just one paper for their entire hospital was a challenge, yet the Comprehensive Surgery Department seemed to churn them out effortlessly.

Professor Wang’s hands trembled as he held the brochure, pretending to be calm, secretly praying for the meeting to end quickly, fearing Dr. Ivan might pose a question that would expose his ignorance.

"May I say a few words?"

The voice came from a corner, it was that of an elderly man – Professor Zhang Zongshun.

"It’s Professor Zhang Zongshun, the leading authority of orthopedics in the country and formerly from Mo Sixth," Professor Luo immediately introduced to Professor Li to prevent another misunderstanding.

Professor Li nodded, and Professor Wang also leaned in, hoping to glean some inside information.

Dean Xia, Director Han, Director Zhao, and others hadn’t realized that Professor Zhang was also sitting in the meeting room, as they hadn’t paid him any attention and had no idea when he had arrived.

"I am very familiar with Dr. Yang Ping’s situation," began Professor Zhang. "I was the one who pushed for his surgical authorization. As for the complaint against him, I was extremely shocked when I heard. I won’t comment on whether the issue was compliant and legal – that’s for your investigative team to assess. I just want to say a few words. We are academics, each person’s energy should be put into our work, not the majority of it into managing interpersonal relations. If that’s the case, it’s truly meaningless and science can’t progress. What does a good academic environment look like? If everyone does their job well, there’s no need to spend time and energy on interpersonal relations. Strength should be shown through one’s work. As for young people like Yang Ping, all he thinks about daily is medical skill. When it comes to medical expertise, I’ve yet to see someone surpass him. If it’s about fighting with others, he’s no match. I believe our academic environment will only get better, and I’m full of hope for that. I don’t know if you all feel the same." Professor Zhang’s voice was loud and clear as he spoke.

As soon as he finished speaking, a round of applause filled the meeting room.

"I still have to see patients, so I’ll be leaving first. You all continue. An old man like me is just saying a few words, don’t mind me too much," said Professor Zhang as he got up and left the meeting room.

What wonderful words – to show one’s ability through actions!

Professor Li was deeply moved, feeling a surge of the passion from his youth.

Professor Wang felt a heat in his ears; those words seemed almost like a scolding, yet he had no choice but to listen.

Professor Li glanced at Professor Wang, feeling a surge of emotion.

"Regarding the issue of surgical privileges, I think that’s an internal matter for Sanbo Hospital," Professor Li said. "The authorization went through rigorous procedures with nothing untoward. If there are no objections, let’s move on to the third item, the issue of setting up a laboratory improperly. We should visit the laboratory to see if its resources match up with the hospital’s. Without investigation, there’s no right to speak. After the investigation, everyone can give their comments." Professor Li did not want to dwell on the issue.

"Dean Sun, please arrange it. Dean Xia is busy, so you go ahead, and we will take a look at the laboratory to understand the situation better," said Professor Li, not wanting to make a spectacle.

Everyone stood up and headed toward the laboratory.