My Medical Skills Give Me Experience Points Chapter 1433 - 571: Sensory Feedback of a Special Constitution, Major Hospital Reform (Part 3)

"Xiao Zhou, I heard about your crucial role in this surgery! The young man shows great spirit and drive; excellent work!"

Vice Director Ye offered praise to Zhou Can after assessing the patient's condition. It appeared Director Xue Yan hadn't downplayed his contributions.

"I merely contributed some effort; the true success of the surgery was thanks to Director Xue's outstanding guidance, along with the full cooperation from all the surgeons, nurses, and anesthesiologists," Zhou Can replied humbly, refusing to accept all the accolades. He instead chose to share the honor with every medical staff member involved in the procedure. Such modesty proved remarkably effective in fostering team spirit. His high approval ratings across various departments, stemming largely from his unassuming nature, remained consistent.

"Haha, you're quite right; a surgery's success hinges on the entire team, even the combined efforts of multiple departments and units. Your perspective is exceptionally broad, and your character is commendable. However, your credentials are still somewhat lacking; otherwise, you could advance even more rapidly." Vice Director Ye offered a subtle hint.

What could 'advancing more rapidly' possibly mean? To date, Zhou Can had not held any leadership roles, not even mid-level positions within specific departments.

"There are no outsiders here, so it's fine to share a few details with you two. Director Xue has guided Cardiothoracic Surgery to significant success in recent years, a fact widely recognized. Our hospital is currently undergoing substantial reforms, not only within the clinical departments but also affecting the leadership tiers. Provided Director Xue continues her dedicated efforts and avoids any major missteps, she should soon be eligible as a candidate for vice dean."

Possibly sensing Zhou Can's bewilderment, Vice Director Ye then unveiled some incredibly encouraging news. Vice Dean Bai, meanwhile, quietly sipped his tea, offering no commentary.

The fact that Xue Yan, still merely a director of a surgical department, was directly in contention for a vice dean position was astonishing. Had Vice Director Ye not stated it, Zhou Can and Xue Yan themselves would have found it hard to believe. According to established practices, she would typically need to serve diligently as the Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery for over five years before qualifying to compete for a vice director position in a major surgical department. This would then be followed by another three to five years for director candidacy. Any missed opportunities would necessitate another three to five-year waiting period. This explains why many vice deans are appointed when they are well past fifty years old.

Women face a disadvantage as they are required to retire five years earlier than men. In practice, everyone usually commences their careers around the same age. A man appointed vice dean at fifty might still have a chance to contend for the dean's position if fortunate enough to work until fifty-five. For women, the candidacy for vice dean typically concludes before the age of forty-eight, disqualifying many. The subsequent competition for dean is even more demanding. This is the primary reason why most hospital deans are male, with females usually reaching the vice dean level at best. Insufficient qualifications preclude election. Once qualifications are met, age limitations then come into play.

"Is this truly accurate?" Director Xue Yan inquired, her voice tinged with disbelief.

"It is indeed true; you can begin preparing with this goal in mind. Vice Dean Bai, myself, and other vice directors will be retiring in the near future. At that point, the vice dean positions will be subject to reform, and your prospects are excellent," Vice Director Ye asserted with sincerity.