Chapter 13 — On my first day as Director, I was kicked out of the cafeteria by the resident doctor

Chapter 18 The second week after Phuong Tri Vien was dismissed, something happened in the hospital that everyone did not expect. A reporter from Hai Thanh Evening newspaper arrived. Her name is Dinh Lam, in her thirties, she specializes in writing about medical topics. Han Man only learned about this when the reporter finished interviewing two young doctors from the Department of Bones and Joints.

"Director Co, Dinh Lam said she received an internal source reporting that Hai Thanh Hospital 1 had personnel corruption and internal oppression."

“Who did she interview?”

"Two practicing doctors from the Department of Bones and Joints. Both were among those brought in by Director Phuong."

“What did they say?”

"One person said they followed the correct procedure, there were no violations. The other person said the new Director immediately launched a rectification campaign, causing confusion."

I leaned back in the chair.

“Who introduced this reporter?”

"Not sure. But when she arrived at the hospital, the security guard wrote down her industry card information. I checked it and her press card is real."

“She wants to interview me?”

“She mentioned it and said she wanted to hear the Director's opinion.”

"Arrange it. This afternoon."

Han Man's expression clearly showed concern.

“Director Co, is it appropriate to accept an interview at this time?”

“If she doesn't accept an interview, the article she writes will only have one side of the story.”

At three o'clock in the afternoon, Dinh Lam arrived. She was not tall, wore a pair of black-rimmed glasses, and an open notebook on her lap.

“Director Co, thank you for being busy but still accepting the interview.”

"Reporter Dinh is being polite. If you want to find out anything, just ask directly."

She turned a page in her notebook.

"I received news that after taking office, the new Director of Hai Thanh Hospital 1, in the name of rectification, actually oppressed the young doctors in her husband's department. What do you think about this statement?"

"I'll correct one word. It's not about 'suppression', but about discovering that the approval process for attracting talented people has made mistakes, so it should be corrected according to regulations. The Provincial Health Committee's inspection team has completed the investigation, and related disciplinary decisions have also been issued."

“Discipline who?”

“Deputy Head of the Department of Bones and Joints Phuong Tri Vien, administrative warning, dismissal of Deputy Head of Department.”

“Is Phuong Tri Vien your husband?”

“Don't you feel like there's a conflict of interest in this matter?”

“If I don't investigate because he's my husband, that's called a conflict of interest.”

Dinh Lam's pen paused a bit.

"So what about dealing with To Nha Lam? Some people say that because To Nha Lam has a close relationship with her husband, she deliberately targeted her."

"To Nha Lam's professional test scores were publicized throughout the entire institute, ranking fourth from the bottom. Her job approval documents did not meet educational standards. All of these things have clear evidence to compare."

“That test was arranged by you unexpectedly after taking office?”

“Some say this was a ‘surprise attack’ test, specifically designed to target her.”

“The scope of the inspection is for all the doctors practicing in the hospital, not just for her.”

Dinh Lam closed his notebook.

"Director Co, I ask the last question. Before coming to Hai Thanh Hospital 1, did you know your husband worked here?"

“So you feel the organization is manipulating you Is it appropriate to come to work as Director at the hospital where your husband is working?

“You should ask the Organization and Personnel Committee this question, not me. But I can tell you that my appointment was decided by the Provincial Health Committee after a comprehensive assessment, and has nothing to do with where Phuong Tri Vien works."

She stood up.

“Thank you, Director Co. Before posting, I will send the draft to you for approval."

“No need for approval. Whatever the truth is, just write it like that.”

Dinh Lam looked at me, the corner of his mouth moving as if he was about to say something. After she left, Han Man walked in.

“How's it going?”

“Speaking harshly.”

“If it's not hard, it can't be.”

“Director Co, I have a concern.”

“Who was the person who leaked that news? Does To Nha Lam have such courage?

“To Nha Lam doesn't have that courage. But someone stands in for her.”

I don't answer directly.

“Han Man, please help me investigate something. Are the social relationships of Head of Nursing Department Luu My Hoa, especially her, and the Hai Thanh Evening newspaper editorial office related?

Han Man paused for a second, then slowly nodded.

“I'll go check it out right away.”

Chapter 19 Han Man's work efficiency is very high. The next morning I got my results.

"Liu My Hoa's younger brother is named Liu Jianhua, and is Deputy Director of the Advertising Department of Hai Thanh Evening Newspaper."

I put down the documents in my hand.

"The fact that Dinh Lam came to the interview was Luu My Hoa's connection?"

"Not sure if she was directly involved, but her younger brother and Dinh Lam work on the same floor, so they definitely have daily contact."

“What else?”

“I looked up Lau My Hoa's recent call history. It wasn't an investigation, but she herself mistakenly sent a voice message to the nursing team, which someone else took a screenshot and spread it out. In that recording, she said to someone: 'This matter just relying on our internal voice won't help, we have to let outsiders know'."

“When was that recording sent?”

“The evening before Dinh Lam went to the hospital.”