Impossible (4)
“Heart surgery… what kind of surgery exactly are you talking about?”
“It is a dilated cardiomyopathy surgery. Usually, saber surgery or transplant surgery is performed depending on the patient’s condition. The surgery currently being developed can replace a significant portion of heart transplant surgery.”
“Interesting.”
Charlotte’s eyes lit up and she played with her glasses.
“So, are you saying that you are going to reveal the surgery being prepared right here? I think it should be kept a secret… What made me so trustworthy?”
“If I had been worried about that, I wouldn’t have gone looking for Charlotte.”
“Wow. Are you saying you’re not worried about the rumor spreading?”
“yes.”
Choi Ki-seok smiled and continued.
“In Korea, there is a saying that beautiful women have heavy mouths.”
Charlotte covered her mouth and laughed at his joke.
“Is this how it goes? That’s interesting.”
“Well, I’m half joking, half serious. Charlotte definitely won’t tell anyone else about today.”
If Charlotte had been a success-oriented doctor, he would never have discussed surgery.
It would have been like dedicating a new surgery on my own.
However, doctors who are patient-centered are soft-spoken and do not betray trust.
Charlotte was not thought to be an exception.
“If you compliment my appearance and even believe in me… I guess I’ll have to hold back even though my mouth is itchy.”
“Yes, I would appreciate it if you could.”
“Now I want to hear about the specific surgery method?”
Choi Ki-seok began to explain Charlotte’s question.
A new surgery developed by the teacher.
This involves cutting out the myocardium that is not functioning properly to an extent that may seem excessive, and then partially transplanting the myocardium and blood vessels to the site of the resection.
Charlotte remained silent throughout his explanation.
He only nodded his head occasionally with an expressionless face.
How would an eccentric internist with level 9 research skills evaluate surgery?
“The idea for the surgery is certainly great. If it can be completed, it will achieve groundbreaking results in terms of cost reduction and patient care.”
“So it’s ongoing.”
“The problem is…”
Charlotte continued, rubbing her chin.
“The surgery time is too long and complicated. The longer the heart-lung machine is used, the more burden it places on the patient. Even if the surgery is successful, various aftereffects can occur.”
“….”
“In the same vein, how many surgeons in the world are there who can handle the partial transplant part?”
Choi Ki-seok couldn’t say anything in response to Charlotte’s harsh criticism.
Even though I struggled using the super awakening effect of Soul Tear, it was difficult to complete the surgery.
This means that the difficulty of the surgery is beyond imagination.
Although there are still parts of the surgery that I am not familiar with, it cannot be denied that there is a problem of difficulty.
“The surgical method Mr. Choi mentioned is a classic one. It relies entirely on the surgeon’s skills. I guess the person who developed the surgery was confident in his own skills, right?”
“That’s right. He’s one of the best thoracic surgeons in the world.”
“Somehow… I can see the surgery when I look at it.”
Charlotte nodded and continued.
“Anyway, new surgery cannot be done the way it is now. There is a need to improve the surgical method.”
“That is exactly what I would like to discuss with Charlotte.”
“Uhm… I can’t come up with a solution right away… I’ll send you an email and give you the lab’s contact information, so we can discuss it regularly.”
“I understand. And I’m sorry. I wonder if I asked you a troublesome favor for no reason…”
“It’s okay. Because beautiful women like troublesome things.”
Choi Ki-seok burst out laughing at Charlotte’s joke.
Charlotte is an eccentric internist who enjoys surgical research, so I thought she would be very knowledgeable, but she has an unexpectedly cheerful side.
“I guess I should go back to the auditorium soon. I’ll call you later.”
“Yes. Please take care of me in the future.”
Ki-Seok Choi joined his colleagues after breaking up with Charlotte.
Tiring!
[You have obtained Level 2 Charlotte and Rapport through the Truth of Command effect.]
NEW [Charlotte (Medician) – Level 2: Faith]
The afternoon schedule of the symposium has begun.
The afternoon schedule also saw great participation from participants, just like the morning.
Every time a topic was given, questions poured in, so much so that the schedule was pushed back.
As time passed, the highlight of the afternoon schedule, the Saber surgery demonstration, arrived.
As a result, a large screen was opened in the auditorium, and the operating room was projected on it.
‘long time no see.’
Choi Ki-seok smiled while looking at the screen.
Saber teammates are preparing for surgery at Rosette. The surgeons performing today’s surgery were Taesik Kim, the first assistant, Jihye Yoon, the second assistant, and Youngho Lee, the third assistant, who I had never seen before.
As a result of examining through the eyes of Hippocrates, all team statistics reached the maximum.
During the three years he was gone, the Saber team continued to be active.
In some ways, this could be seen as a natural result.
“The patient is 45 years old and suffers from cardiomyopathy and left ventricular aneurysm. The surgery being demonstrated today is Saber surgery, which normalizes blood flow through coronary artery bypass surgery, then excises the left ventricular aneurysm and reconstructs it using the wrapper suture method.”
Kim Tae-sik’s briefing rang through the conference room.
He was looking down at the patient while wearing a microphone.
Even though world-class surgeons were observing the surgery, there was not even a trace of trembling or nervousness to be found.
Indeed, he looks like the person who passed on Choi Ki-seok’s frozen heart.
“The surgery will begin now.”
At Kim Tae-sik’s words, the staff began to move busily.
Connection of patient monitoring device, general anesthesia, preparation of surgical tools, etc.
The staff members seemed like one body as they performed their respective tasks.
What is team surgery?
Looking at the current Saber team, anyone could find the answer to that question.
Drurrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
With the heart-lung machine connected, full-scale Saber surgery began.
Choi Ki-seok watched the surgery with sweaty hands.
It’s not that I doubt the Saber team’s skills. However, certain variables may appear during surgery.
Additionally, I did not want to see my respected senior being humiliated in front of the world’s experts.
However, contrary to concerns, Saber’s surgery went smoothly.
Kim Tae-sik’s neat hand movements and the staff’s assistance created a fantastic harmony.
“Are we reconstructing the mitral valve now?”
A surgeon who was watching the surgery held up a microphone and asked questions.
“yes.”
“This was not covered in the briefing earlier. What is the reason for mitral valve reconstruction?”
“It is to reduce blood pressure by reducing the volume of the ventricle. In this case, the patient’s outcome after surgery will improve further,”
Kim Tae-sik answered clearly.
What’s even more surprising is that he didn’t stop suturing as he spoke.
Several doctors expressed admiration for his knowledge and unwavering treatment.
‘As expected, he is a senior. amazing.’
Choi Ki-seok couldn’t take his eyes off Kim Tae-sik.
I felt once again that I was not the only one who had grown during this time. In addition, he also had a desire to do a live demonstration like Kim Tae-sik.
Doing a live demonstration means receiving recognition from those around you.
Because it means I’m one step closer to my dream of becoming the world’s best thoracic surgeon.
Tiring!
[The long-term mission ‘Successful Live Surgery’ has been created. Upon completing the mission, a special reward will be given.]
As I checked the status window, my resolve became even stronger.
After some time, Saber’s surgery reached its peak.
Coronary artery bypass surgery and mitral valve reconstruction were completed, and left heart aneurysm resection and scaphoid suturing were performed.
Hehehe.
A light that only Choi Ki-seok could see emanated from Kim Tae-sik’s body. Kim Tae-sik used his unique skill, high-speed execution.
Looking through the eyes of Hippocrates, he had already mastered high-speed surgery.
As time passed, Saber’s surgery was completed successfully.
The process was flawless and the surgery was completed twice as fast as the average time.
match. match. match. match.
The participants’ applause poured in like thunder.
Ki-seok Choi joined the ranks, clapping his palms hard.
* * *
The next afternoon.
Choi Ki-seok left the hotel with his colleagues and luggage.
The short schedule in Korea has come to an end.
‘It’s so sad.’
He couldn’t take his eyes off the hotel even while getting into the taxi.
There were many people I couldn’t meet because I came to the country for a symposium schedule rather than a vacation.
I couldn’t even have a proper conversation with my medical school friends, including my daycare friend Kim Jeong-hyuk and Kim Tae-sik, who were attending medical school.
Next time, I will have a good time using the vacation time I received from Parker.
“Professor, how did you think this symposium was?”
“This is great. Of all the symposiums I’ve attended, it’s probably one of the top ten.”
“I feel relieved to hear the professor say that.”
“I guess you were nervous because it was a symposium held in Korea?”
Katarina smiled and stared at Choi Ki-seok.
“Yes. I was wondering if other soldiers might look down on Korea.”
“That won’t happen. Everyone knows that Korea is a thoracic surgery powerhouse, right?”
“I don’t know how long that will continue.”
A bitter smile appeared on Choi Ki-seok’s lips.
There are several outstanding thoracic surgeons in Korea, including my teacher Song Myeong-jin. The overall surgical success rate and new surgical development rate among surgeons are also high.
The problem starts now.
Even at university hospitals, there have been no applicants for thoracic surgery for several years.
If the current situation is maintained, the future of thoracic surgery in Korea is bleak.
“Now that I think about it, it looks like James Hopkins didn’t come to this symposium.”
Charles, who had been quiet, changed the topic.
“It’s a very unpredictable place. By the way, I think one of you will have to go on a mission this week?”
“Dispatch?”
Choi Ki-seok and Charles asked back at Katarina’s words at the same time.
“Dispatched cruise. Emma went last week, so we need to decide on this week’s members.”
“What do you want to do?”
“I’ll go.”
Charles, who received Choi Ki-seok’s gaze, nodded.
“I feel like I have more things to do because of this useless business.”
“But there’s nothing you can do about it, right? This is an issue promoted by the vice hospital director and decided by the board of directors.”
“I wonder how MHC will operate in the future…”
While we were chatting, a taxi arrived at the airport.
The three people packed their suitcases and boarded the plane.
Wooooow.
Some time has passed since the plane took off.
Katarina and Charles fell asleep with their eyes closed, but Choi Ki-seok looked around with anxious eyes.
There was a slight pain in my heart.
An ominous signal from your sixth sense. It looks like something is going to happen on the plane.
“This is an emergency broadcast. If there are any medical personnel on board, please quickly come to the bathroom now. I am reminding you once again. “If there is a medical professional among the passengers…”
Choi Ki-seok hurried to the restroom at the announcement.
A middle-aged man collapsed in front of the restroom with foam at the mouth, and the flight attendants around him stamped their feet as if they didn’t know what to do.
“Back to the airport . Shouldn’t we go?”
“Is there anyone who can treat this person?”
Several passengers said one by one with worried expressions.
“This is Choi Ki-seok, who works at the Mayjo Heart Clinic.”
“Are you a doctor?”
“Yes.”
Choi Ki-seok said . He bent down and looked down at the patient.
The patient’s face was turning blue by the minute.
Examining the patient with Hippocratic eyes, he held out his hand toward the flight attendant.
“Please bring me a towel and a spoon.”
“A towel and a spoon? That’s it. Why…”
“Quick!”
Choi Ki-seok yelled, and a flight attendant left the room in a hurry.
