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“I’ve reviewed the patient’s file in broad strokes and have a solid grasp of her condition,” Joseph replied at once.“Then let’s have Peggy’s attending, Dr. Forrest, outline the essentials for everyone—good for a quick recap,” Director Lorraine said, turning to Forrest.Forrest rose.“By this morning, we had broadly reached a consensus on the treatment plan,” he began. “There’s an intra-articular fracture combined with a dislocation, and the fracture line and the dislocation aren’t aligned—which markedly increases the difficulty of surgery.”“We proposed a single theoretically viable approach: preoperative intra-articular reduction.”“But achieving an intra-articular reduction by manipulation alone is extraordinarily difficult, especially with a concurrent fracture—the injured area can’t tolerate force. Practically speaking, manual reduction is almost out of the question.”“In sum, the rational choice is conservative treatment. Forcing a surgical reduction would almost certainly leave
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“Professor Wilson, it seems everyone has great confidence in your skill,” Forrest remarked, moved. “I’ve always felt that the happiest moment for a physician is when patients acknowledge your work. To ease their suffering and earn their trust—that’s the highest praise a doctor can receive.”“I’m only doing what I can,” Joseph replied with humility.Before long, the three of them took the elevator to the seventh floor and headed for the conference room. By then, the consulting specialists had begun to arrive one after another.“Professor Wilson, a pleasure indeed. You’re even younger than you appear on your streams,” said a man in a white coat with graying hair as he approached. He looked to be in his fifties—vital, robust, still in his prime.“This is Dr. Lorraine, our head of Orthopedics at Nova First Hospital—Director Lorraine, a seasoned expert in the field,” Forrest said quickly, making introductions.“An honor, Director Lorraine,” Joseph said, offering his hand.“Never thought I’
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“I’m not entirely sure, but if anyone can bring your idea to life, it has to be Professor Wilson,” Charles Martin said with a wry smile.At this point, he had to admit Joseph far outstripped him.“I can only say I’ll try. I still need to assess the patient’s overall condition. I just met her, and now I’d like to review the chart, diagnostic results, and imaging.”Joseph’s tone was cautious.“That’s no problem. As Peggy’s attending, I’m familiar with her case in detail.”“Let me walk you through it.”“Here are the scans. Take a look. And these are the diagnostic summaries.”“Professor Wilson, if you feel it’s not enough, I can convene our hospital’s specialists for another round of consultation and discussion.”“You’re more than welcome to join.”Forrest spoke with unfeigned enthusiasm.“If we can discuss it together, all the better,” Joseph replied with a smile.“Then it’s settled. I’ll call in the specialists now and we’ll hold a joint consult.”Forrest was a man of action.“Dr. Forr
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“So yes—it’s a fanciful idea. Theoretically sound, but practically next to impossible,” Joseph said with a nod.“And you still want to wade into it?” Mason Alvarez countered.“I’ll take a look and do what I can,” Joseph replied.“All right. If you need help, say the word,” Mason murmured, then lay back with her head pillowed on Joseph’s thigh, perfectly at ease. She peeled another grape and offered it to him. He felt a touch awkward, but in the end he didn’t refuse her.Time slipped by, and when Joseph saw it was nearly time, he headed out.By the time he pulled up at Nova First Hospital, Heidi and Fiona had not yet arrived. He was about to wait in the car when Fiona’s vehicle turned in.“Brother-in-law, you’re fast,” Heidi said as she hopped out, instinctively looping her arm through his. Fiona was used to it; Heidi had always been unusually close to Joseph, though Fiona had never understood why.“Mr. Wilson, my apologies,” Fiona said as she approached. “Traffic was heavy. I hope you
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“I don’t have a quarrel with the patient,” Joseph said with a faint smile. “Your cousin is a victim, isn’t she?”Charles Martin fell silent. In that instant, he felt small for having asked what he did.“You’re right,” he said at last. “In vision and breadth, I’m not your equal. You’re the better physician. You truly honor what it means to be a doctor.”“Let’s skip the niceties,” Joseph replied. “Tell me about the girl’s condition. Until I understand it, I can’t gauge my chances.”“There’s both fracture and dislocation within the joint,” Charles said gravely. “But the dislocation isn’t at the fracture site. The break itself hasn’t shifted; other structures within the joint have. If we force surgery now, she’ll be left with a permanent disability.”“Do you have the films? I’d like to see them,” Joseph asked.“I do. I’ll send them to you on Facebook—I took photos,” Charles said quickly.“Send them there,” Joseph replied, and they ended the call.A friend request came through almost immed
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“What is it?” Charles Martin asked.“Since the girl is involved in a criminal case, our hospital has to cooperate with the police,” the attending physician said, precise and formal. “We’ve already submitted a written report on her condition to the department. I wanted you to be aware, to avoid any misunderstanding.”“I understand. That’s reasonable,” Charles replied with a nod. “As for treatment, I need time to consider. Once I’ve decided, I’ll let you know.”After a brief exchange, Charles left the office.Not long after, he received word that Peggy had been moved out of the ICU. When he reached her room, she was still unconscious. According to the nurse on duty, she wouldn’t be waking soon—her body was too weak.Charles sat quietly by the bed. With nothing else to do, he turned the treatment options over and over in his mind.Nova City, the Cooper family residence.Fiona hadn’t gone to work that day; Heidi was home as well. Fiona was on the phone in the living room.“Thank you, Capt
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