LRAB Chapter 67 Establishing Rules, Clarifying Minds, and Self-Reflection for Physicians
Chapter 67 Establishing Rules, Clarifying Minds, and Self-Reflection for Physicians
Chapter 67 Establishing Rules, Clarifying Minds, and Self-Reflection for Physicians
1. Speak calmly to quell the chaos.
In front of the Lin family mansion, a noisy crowd was gathered, with four groups of patients' families who had come from afar arguing amongst themselves.
The crowd stood around the entrance to the hall, arguing and pushing each other, their emotions running high, and the scene became completely chaotic and out of control.
Everyone was preoccupied with telling others about the critical condition of their loved ones, vying for the order of house calls, and repeatedly calculating the distance between their homes.
Lin Zhenhong, the head of the Lin family, stood in the middle of the crowd, repeatedly speaking to comfort and persuade them, but everyone was anxious and no one was willing to listen to even half a sentence.
Two elderly traditional Chinese medicine doctors, Zhou Deshan and Xu Jingming, stood side by side, looking at the chaotic scene before them. They both frowned, helpless, and could only shake their heads and sigh.
Just as the argument and noise at the scene reached their peak, Chen Shanhe slowly stepped out of the hall with composure.
He rode his Harley motorcycle for thousands of miles to the provincial capital, enduring wind and rain and sleeping in the open, without ever getting a proper rest.
Having just exhausted all his energy and spirit in saving the critically ill Lin Qingshan, he was already physically and mentally exhausted, with a faint weariness in his eyes.
Despite being physically and mentally exhausted, he still stood tall and straight, his face calm and composed, his brows and eyes steady and unperturbed, showing no sign of irritability or anger.
Chen Shanhe raised his eyes, his gaze calmly sweeping over the noisy crowd before him, and then spoke in a deep voice.
His voice was clear and deep, each word distinct and powerful, instantly drowning out the chaotic arguments in the room.
"Everyone, quiet down! Stop arguing and fighting!"
The moment the clear voice fell, the noisy crowd suddenly froze, and everyone subconsciously stopped arguing.
The chaotic scene instantly quieted down, and everyone turned their heads, focusing their attention on Chen Shanhe, holding their breath and waiting quietly for his next words.
Su Wanjing followed slowly beside Chen Shanhe, her eyes gentle and calm, gazing at him with a sense of peace, silently keeping him company.
Zhou Deshan and Xu Jingming exchanged a glance, then composed themselves, their minds filled with curiosity, eager to hear how this young miracle doctor would quell the chaos.
The anxious family members all calmed down, their faces still showing worry and urgency, but they no longer dared to make a loud noise.
Poems as proof:
The area in front of the door was noisy and chaotic.
Arguing over words can cloud one's judgment.
The young man calmly gave a shout.
In the midst of chaos, one must remain focused.
II. Establish clear rules and determine the order of precedence
Chen Shanhe's gaze swept calmly over each family member present, his tone impartial and his words resounding.
"When I practice medicine and save lives, I never discriminate based on status or power, nor do I care about personal relationships or distance."
"We don't consider the wealth or poverty of any family, nor do we argue about the length of the journey; we determine the order of visits based on only one thing—the urgency and severity of the patient's condition!"
With a solemn expression and open gaze, he continued to publicly establish the ironclad rules for medical practice.
"Those with severe conditions and whose lives are in danger will be given priority for home-based medical assistance."
"Those with stable symptoms, whose illnesses are prolonged but not life-threatening, will be admitted in order of priority."
"I will not favor anyone, nor will I grant anyone special treatment. I will only follow the principles of a doctor and only help those in urgent need."
As soon as the words were spoken, the expressions of the people present varied. Some looked guilty, while others silently lowered their heads and remained silent.
The family members, who were previously only concerned with seizing the initiative and making selfish calculations, have now lost all their confidence to argue.
Chen Shanhe spoke calmly and serenely, revealing the most insightful and profound mindset of a doctor.
"I can do my best to help, but I will never make empty promises."
"Life and death are unpredictable. I only do my best to diagnose and treat the symptoms. Whether the patient can be cured depends entirely on their own fate."
His words were frank and sincere, neither arrogant nor conceited, instantly winning everyone's respect and leaving no room for further idle chatter.
Poems as proof:
Practicing medicine and establishing rules to uphold one's original aspirations
Regardless of wealth or kinship.
Only considering the severity and severity of the illness,
His upright character shines brightly in the medical field.
III. Observing and Learning the True Meaning Along the Way
The rules for house calls were established in public. Chen Shanhe calmly distinguished the true and false symptoms of several patients, as well as their severity and urgency, and arranged the order of house calls in an orderly manner.
He turned around and politely bid farewell to Lin Zhenhong and his relatives and friends. Then, he set off with the families of the four patients, visiting each residence in the arranged order to provide medical consultations and treatments.
The two veteran traditional Chinese medicine doctors, Zhou Deshan and Xu Jingming, were filled with admiration and curiosity. They completely abandoned their haughty demeanor as renowned doctors in the provincial capital and silently followed the group, staying close by all the way.
The two followed closely, keeping their eyes glued to him for a moment, their attention completely focused, not wanting to miss a single step or detail of Chen Shanhe's treatment of the patient.
On their way to the patients' homes, the two kept their eyes fixed on Chen Shanhe, carefully observing his words and actions, his calm demeanor, and secretly pondering the principles and methods he used in practicing medicine.
Upon arriving at each household, Chen Shanhe remained calm and focused, taking the patient's pulse, examining their complexion and tongue coating to accurately pinpoint the root cause of the illness.
Then, he selected acupuncture points and performed the acupuncture with a smooth and skillful technique. He carefully considered the combination of medicinal materials and personally wrote the prescription. Every step of his technique was steady and efficient, clean and experienced, without any unnecessary movements.
In front of everyone, he thoroughly and clearly analyzed the patient's long-standing internal organ ailments, external causes of cold and dampness, meridian blockages, and changes in phlegm and dampness accumulation. Every word and phrase was precisely tailored to the symptoms, without the slightest error.
Zhou Deshan and Xu Jingming watched intently throughout the entire process, silently memorizing every diagnostic approach, acupuncture technique, and prescription combination.
The more the two looked, the more shocked and shaken they became. The hidden root of the disease, the rise and fall of the qi, and the root of the stubborn illness that they had been unable to see through in their decades of medical practice could be seen through by Chen Shanhe at a glance and the truth could be revealed in a single sentence.
With just a few ordinary needle insertions and a few common herbs, he can accurately diagnose and cure chronic and stubborn diseases that have been difficult to cure for many years. His medical skills are exquisite and unparalleled.
The two accompanied him and observed along the way, feeling their eyes were opened and their preconceived notions about medicine were completely shattered, leaving them with an unprecedented shock and awe.
Poems as proof:
Witness the skillful hands along the way.
Study medical techniques carefully to understand their true essence.
Previously, they were bound by outdated laws.
Only today do I realize how vast the world is.
Fourth, deeply reflect on your own actions and feel remorse.
During a break on his way to make house calls, Zhou Deshan slowly stopped and let out a long sigh.
He turned to look at Xu Jingming, who was walking beside him, his face full of shame and self-reproach, his eyes filled with melancholy and desolation.
Xu Jingming was also filled with emotion at this moment, his expression complex. He shook his head and slowly began to mutter to himself.
"We have been practicing medicine for forty or fifty years, and we always boast that we are experts in traditional Chinese medicine. We are like frogs in a well, with a limited view of the world, and we are stuck in our ways."
"By clinging to outdated and unchanging methods, one's vision becomes narrow, and half a lifetime of practicing medicine is wasted."
Zhou Deshan looked solemn and full of remorse as he spoke of his long-held self-reflection and repentance.
"Over the years, we have made arbitrary diagnoses based on outdated experience, resulting in numerous misjudgments of the condition and misdiagnosis of the root cause of the disease."
"Many patients who could have been saved were easily declared incurable by us, missing the best opportunity for treatment."
"If we count carefully, there are at least a hundred patients who were misdiagnosed and missed their chance of survival because of us."
The more they thought about it, the more ashamed they felt, deeply aware of their shallow medical skills and their unworthy status as doctors.
Looking at Chen Shanhe, who was young yet possessed extraordinary medical skills and a kind heart, both of them simultaneously developed an obsession.
Having made up his mind, he set aside his lifelong experience and pride, and sincerely wanted to become a disciple and learn the true path of medicine.
Poems as proof:
Half a lifetime practicing medicine and adhering to established principles,
Only upon awakening do we realize how fleeting time has been.
Reflect deeply on past mistakes,
I sincerely wish to worship the young man.