Sent to the countryside, I turned the health center into a top-tier hospital.

Wang Jianye noticed the frozen expression on Dean Li's face and deliberately pointed to Old Song, introducing him: "Dean Li, this is Old Song, a retired leader from the province, and an old comrade-in-arms of my father-in-law."

Upon hearing Wang Jianye's words, Dean Li's expression changed visibly, shifting from a dazed look to tension, and his legs trembled slightly.

"Mr. Song, I was truly blind to your greatness..."

Dean Li took the initiative to step forward and shake hands with Elder Song, bowing slightly in a humble manner.

Old Song only glanced at Dean Li and did not reach out.

He needed to give Dean Li a hard time first before things could be discussed later.

Seeing that Elder Song did not extend his hand, Dean Li could only smile awkwardly, and then said to Elder Zhou, "Elder Zhou, I have wanted to visit you for a long time, but I haven't had the time."

"Dean Li, please don't be shy, have a seat..." Old Zhou reached out and shook hands with Dean Li, which eased the awkwardness.

After Dean Li sat down, Wang Jianye didn't beat around the bush. "Dean Li, you should know why I called you here, right?"

"Although your military region's general hospital is not directly under the jurisdiction of our health commission, such a big incident would be difficult to handle if we really investigated it."

"That patient in your hospital is a veteran, and his son is a martyr. Many of the people in this retirement home are his old comrades-in-arms."

"If this happens..."

"Director Wang, please stop talking, I understand, I understand everything..."

A thin layer of sweat had formed on Dean Li's forehead.

"Since Dean Li understands, that makes things easier. I don't need to say anything more. You can talk to Elder Song yourself."

Upon hearing this, Wang Jianye immediately instructed Dean Li to speak directly with Elder Song.

He was just a middleman, a mediator. Now that Dean Li is on the right track, things will be much easier.

Dean Li wiped his forehead with a tissue and said in a very humble voice, "Professor Song, this was indeed an oversight on our part. I have already looked into the situation and will definitely deal with it seriously when I get back, giving Professor Song a satisfactory answer."

Old Song's face was cold, and his voice carried an unquestionable authority: "Dean Li, Old Zhao has been my comrade-in-arms for decades. I don't care how your hospital handles it internally, but I want to see the results."

"First, the treatment plan must be adjusted immediately, following the direction Dr. Chen suggested."

"Secondly, how to deal with those doctors who made the misdiagnosis is an internal matter for your hospital, but Lao Zhao's treatment cannot be delayed any longer."

Upon hearing this, Wang Jianye spoke up from the side, "Uncle Song, this matter definitely needs to be dealt with, but it's best to minimize the impact."

"If the reputation of the military region's general hospital is damaged, it will not only affect one hospital, but the entire military region's medical system."

"The old leader's medical treatment is a major matter, but the overall situation must also be considered. My suggestion is: handle the misdiagnosis internally and not disclose it to the public, but hold those responsible accountable."

"The treatment plan will proceed as directed by Dr. Chen; I will oversee its implementation."

Wang Jianye's words saved face for Old Song without putting Dean Li in a difficult position, which was the ultimate goal of the mediation.

Old Song remained silent for a long time, then picked up the teacup in front of him, took a sip, put it down, and nodded.

In fact, Old Song had already decided not to delve into this matter, and even less to let it damage the reputation of the military region.

His act of showing hesitation was a way of putting pressure on Dean Li.

These people who have worked in officialdom are testing each other and engaging in psychological warfare.

Chen Ping, standing to the side, remained silent. In this situation, regardless of the outcome, it was not appropriate for him to speak.

Seeing that Elder Song nodded, Dean Li quickly added, "Don't worry, Elder Song, I will definitely do as you ask."

"First, Dr. Liu, the attending physician, and several doctors who participated in the consultation will begin their resignation procedures starting next week."

"Secondly, the old commander's treatment plan will be readjusted starting tomorrow according to Dr. Chen's plan, and I will personally oversee it."

"Third, if there are any problems during the subsequent treatment, Dr. Song can contact me directly."

As he spoke, he took out a business card from his pocket and handed it to Mr. Song with both hands.

Old Song didn't take the business card, he just glanced at him and said, "You don't need to give me your business card, just go back and cure Old Zhao's illness."

"Definitely, definitely..."

Dean Li placed the business card on the coffee table.

"Dean Li, let's do it your way. Although Elder Song is not pursuing the matter, this incident should serve as a wake-up call for yourselves."

"Fortunately, the patient is not in life-threatening condition. If this had involved a life, it wouldn't have been an internal matter."

Wang Jianye followed Dean Li's instructions.

"This will never happen again." Dean Li nodded, then turned his gaze to Chen Ping, who had remained silent. "Young man, with your abilities, how did you end up working at a rural hospital?"

Dean Li's question was direct, but his tone was completely different from before, carrying a hint of trying to win him over.

"As long as I can heal the sick and save lives, it doesn't matter where I am, I can still shine and contribute..." Chen Ping said with a faint smile.

"That's true. It's all about treating and saving lives, but it's different in large hospitals and township health centers."

"You're really underutilized at the township health center. If you're willing, the doors of our military general hospital are always open for you. You can choose any department you like, and you can name your salary, which will definitely be several times what you get at the health center."

Chen Ping smiled and shook his head: "Dean Li, I'm used to staying in Siping Township. Although it's remote, the people there need me."

"Big cities don't lack good doctors, but township health centers do."

"If I were to practice medicine here, it would simply mean adding one more specialist appointment to the hospital. But if I were to practice medicine in Siping Township, the people in the surrounding townships wouldn't have to travel over mountains to the county."

"That's why I can't come; I wouldn't feel at ease if I came."

Dean Li was taken aback, clearly not expecting Chen Ping to refuse so decisively.

Wang Jianye looked at Chen Ping with some shock. He knew that the General Hospital of the Military Region was a place that many doctors wanted to get into but couldn't.

Almost every day, people try to get in through connections and backdoors, but very few actually succeed.

Now that Chen Ping had this opportunity, he actually refused it outright.

This made Wang Jianye look at Chen Ping with new respect.

"Dr. Chen, judging from your age, you should already be married and have a career. You should think about your family. Do you want to stay in the countryside for the rest of your life?"

"In the future, your children will need money and connections for schooling and marriage. The money, connections, and resources you can get by coming to the General Hospital of the Military Region are far greater than what a township hospital can provide."

Dean Li was somewhat unwilling to give up and continued to try to bribe Chen Ping with money and connections.

Chen Ping smiled faintly, "Dean Li, actually, money and connections are not as important to me as curing a patient well."

"Furthermore, if all doctors are only thinking about money and so-called connections, then they'll all flock to big cities, leaving people in mountainous areas without access to healthcare?"