Doctor: Picking Up Attributes in the Hospital-Chapter 386 - 345: The Decision Is Finalized (2)

It’s precisely because of Zhao Heng that the Anesthesiology and Perioperative Center has been able to fill the gap in professional standards, immediately opening up new opportunities for the center.

Since there are no issues with his expertise, the only concern left with Zhao Heng becoming Vice Director is his management skills, but management can be learned gradually, unlike professional skills which are harder to improve.

"Hmm."

Having heard what Dean Liu Shangming and Gao Jun said, Zhao Heng could only nod.

Even though this has come much earlier than he expected, he is still confident he can do well as the Vice Director, especially since he has no issues concerning his professional expertise.

As for interpersonal relations and management, these are things that only require time to familiarize and learn, and they aren’t considered difficult matters.

"This is great; as young people, you should act with confidence."

Dean Liu Shangming looked at Zhao Heng with great appreciation, feeling reassured to have such a young talent on his team.

Because he knows that the greatest challenge facing top hospitals in the country is the lack of successors, creating a gap in talent transition.

Experts like Liu Ziang, barely in their early thirties, are already considered very young, while other experts are all at least in their forties or nearing fifty.

In the medical profession, real peaks only start after the age of forty.

Thus, the training period for doctors is exceptionally long.

Although there are quite a few medical students currently studying, every year major medical schools increase enrollment to alleviate the problem of accessing medical care. The consequence of increased enrollment is a decline in the level of graduating medical students. Ten years ago, those who graduated with a clinical undergraduate degree were considered elite, and those who could directly enter a top-tier hospital had their level keeping up.

However, nowadays, in top-tier hospitals like Eastern Hospital, the entry threshold is at the doctoral level.

Actually, in terms of educational training, it’s unnecessary to require doctoral degrees for general residency positions. A five-year clinical undergraduate education should suffice for a resident doctor’s role.

The doctoral degree is for more in-depth and specialized areas.

"Xiao Zhao, from now on you’ll be called Director Zhao."

Dean Liu Shangming chuckled, half-jokingly.

"Best just call me Xiao Zhao. ’Director Zhao’ sounds like someone over forty."

Zhao Heng replied.

Although he is soon to be officially appointed as Vice Director, he’s not one to get inflated by the title so quickly.

Given his current level, becoming a Director isn’t an issue for him.

Even though this promotion came much earlier than he anticipated, becoming familiar with the responsibilities of a Vice Director sooner is a good thing.

"Xiao Zhao, since you are now responsible for a department, your duties won’t be redefined. Your primary task is to manage this department, turning it into a pioneering frontline and stronghold for medical advancement."

Dean Liu Shangming continued.

His message was clear, and it reflected a decision made by the hospital’s executive committee. As a top-tier hospital, while strong in various aspects, it must showcase an outstanding achievement.

Like a representative work for singers and actors, or a landmark for a place. When mentioning a place, what’s the first thing people think of?

Take Eastern Hospital for example; its overall strength is already formidable. What it lacks is breakthroughs in cutting-edge fields and international recognition. Zhao Heng’s work in nanotherapy neatly fills this last gap.

After all, nanotherapy is an emerging research field globally and holds significant promise.

"If you encounter any difficulties in this regard, feel free to come to me."

After a brief pause, Liu Shangming added.

This statement also represented the stance of the hospital’s executive committee.

Following this, Liu Shangming encouraged Zhao Heng, chatted briefly with Gao Jun, and then left.

After all, a dean’s work is exhaustive and heavily loaded.

Once Dean Liu Shangming had left, Gao Jun finally spoke to Zhao Heng: "Xiao Zhao, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity you must seize well."

In Gao Jun’s view, Zhao Heng is a talent capable of breaking conventions and should not be assessed through limited or conventional perspectives.

Moreover, the teacher-student relationship between him and Zhao Heng is mutually beneficial.

"Teacher, why so soon?"

Zhao Heng asked Gao Jun, a bit puzzled.

Though somewhat mentally prepared for Gao Jun becoming the Director and him stepping in as Vice Director, Zhao Heng hadn’t expected things to move so quickly.

"As the saying goes, ’better seize the day than wait for an auspicious date.’ This time, all conditions are favorable; everything is ready, just awaiting the right push for you to step up. Missing this opportunity might require more effort in the future."

Gao Jun stated directly.

With Zhao Heng, he had nothing to hide and could discuss almost anything.

This time, everything aligned harmoniously as Zhao Heng successfully resolved an international public health event. The evaluation of Eastern Hospital, especially the Anesthesiology and Perioperative Center, and of Gao Jun and Zhao Heng in particular, was outstanding.

In such favorable circumstances, Gao Jun naturally wanted to take the opportunity to accomplish something.

Hence, after a long conversation with the elder, the suggestion of Gao Jun becoming the Director and Zhao Heng stepping in as Vice Director came about.

Indeed, for the elder, if it weren’t for the outstanding achievements of Gao Jun and Zhao Heng, he would not have been able to push this initiative forward.

Sometimes, it’s about recognizing talents without favoritism, and seizing opportunities without reluctance.

Good opportunities only come once or twice; if you don’t grasp them firmly, they won’t return.

The richness and diversity of life lie in choices made. People growing up in similar environments end up leading vastly different lives due to the criticality of choice.

Sometimes, choice is far more crucial than effort.

"Thank you, Teacher."

Moved by Gao Jun’s words, Zhao Heng felt the sincerity in his mentor’s heart.

This teacher indeed left nothing to be desired and could truly be considered a benefactor to Zhao Heng.

"You’ll likely face more pressure, but I believe you can handle it well. I won’t say much about interpersonal relations; you have your style. But as a leader, the most important thing is not to make easy promises but to focus on tangible tasks."

Gao Jun advised Zhao Heng.

High aspirations for leadership run deep in Gao Jun, so he knew exactly what it entailed, which was unfamiliar territory for Zhao Heng, necessitating additional guidance.

"In fact, being the Vice Director should be simpler for you. With your expertise, as long as you lead other doctors in advancing together, that’s enough."

After a pause, Gao Jun continued.

For a Vice Director without strong expertise, considerable effort might be needed for networking, but with Zhao Heng’s level of professionalism, he is like a star with planets orbiting it, naturally drawing others to him.

"It feels like a dream."

Zhao Heng remarked with a bit of astonishment.

Just two months ago, he was the lowest-level equipment handler in the operating room of Eastern Hospital. Now, he is about to become the Deputy Director of the Anesthesiology and Perioperative Center at Eastern Hospital.

In such a short time, going from a foundational equipment handler to a departmental Deputy Director, Zhao Heng accomplished what some can’t achieve in a lifetime.

It’s almost comparable to the success of some notorious business magnates.

"Not just you; even I feel this way to some extent." 𝑓𝘳𝑒𝑒𝓌𝘦𝘣𝘯ℴ𝑣𝘦𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝑚

Hearing Zhao Heng’s words, Gao Jun smiled.

Although these developments had been planned and prepared long ago, the presence of Zhao Heng greatly accelerated the process, saving Gao Jun several years’ worth of time.

With Zhao Heng’s professionalism and Gao Jun’s support and influence, the Anesthesiology and Perioperative Center stood out, full of potential.