Chinese medicine: from rural hospitals to top three hospitals in Kyoto

Chen Yang's gaze fell on the "Yu Shiyun" registration information in the folder, and his fingertips tapped lightly on the table.

Gao Anliang stood aside, quietly waiting for the young director's decision.

"He doesn't have a medical license..."

Chen Yang repeated this key point in a low voice, his smile deep and distinct from the coldness he displayed when dealing with the Zhuang Qiwen incident in Yunzhou.

"Yunzhou is cracking down hard, but Haizhou is doing the opposite, giving opportunities despite the pressure. Professor Chen Yaohui, you're quite interesting."

Gao Anliang nodded in agreement: "Yes, Director Chen, Professor Chen also mentioned on the phone that he had watched the monitoring of Yu Shiyun's on-site answering of the questions. Her thinking was clear, her basic skills were solid, and she was particularly insightful in the application of some folk remedies and ancient books. Her preliminary results were very high in their city, but... this qualification issue is like a thorn in their side. There are some differing opinions within the organizing committee and at the Haizhou Provincial Department, which is why they consulted us."

Yu Shiyun, 32 years old, with a high school education, grew up in the "Jishengtang" clinic. Her grandfather, Yu Dehai, and father, Yu Zhenguo, were both well-known traditional Chinese medicine practitioners in the area.

She had no formal education or guidance from renowned teachers, relying entirely on her family's medical tradition and her own practical experience in the clinic. She failed both apprenticeship examinations for various reasons, so obtaining a medical license was out of the question.

"Jishengtang..."

Chen Yang said thoughtfully, "I remember there is such an old brand in Qing'an City, Haizhou Province. It is said to have some special skills, but it is not large in scale and not well-known. It seems that the tradition has not been broken."

Chen Yang closed the folder, then smiled and said to Gao Anliang, "Director Gao, tell Haizhou that we have also officially replied to the Haizhou Provincial Organizing Committee."

Gao Anliang immediately took out his notebook.

"First,"

Chen Yang's voice was steady and powerful, carrying an unquestionable authority: "The purpose of the Xinglin Conference is to 'discover talent and promote national culture.' The word 'talent' has never been measured solely by a certificate! The Zhuang Qiwen incident proves that having a certificate does not necessarily make one a talent; it may even become a stumbling block to talent development!"

"Yu Shiyun's preliminary results are initial proof of her ability. Since the organizing committee made an exception and allowed her to register for the preliminary round, it meant they recognized the possibility of selecting talent in an unconventional way. Now that the results are out, she's stuck at the semi-finals because of eligibility issues? Isn't this a contradiction, a slap in the face?"

"second,"

Chen Yang pondered for a moment: "Zhuang Qiwen was overlooked because our supervision was not timely enough, allowing local corrupt officials to take advantage of the situation. Now, Professor Chen Yaohui from Haizhou Province dares to proactively identify problems and attempt to make an exception, which in itself demonstrates a sense of responsibility and upholds the purpose of the conference!"

"If we are criticized for making such positive attempts, who will dare to speak the truth and do practical things in the future? Wouldn't that discourage those who truly want to discover talent for traditional Chinese medicine? We must support this positive change!"

"third,"

Chen Yang turned to Gao Anliang and said, "Notify the Haizhou Provincial Organizing Committee that Yu Shiyun will participate in the semi-finals as scheduled! Everything will be based on her actual assessment results. As for the issue of her medical practice qualification... this is not something that can be resolved on the spot at the Medical Association Conference, but her results can serve as strong evidence of her ability."

"After the competition, the organizing committee can submit a special explanation and recommendations regarding Yu Shiyun's situation to the Haizhou Provincial Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the Health Commission in an official capacity to help resolve her eligibility issue. We cannot allow a capable person to win on the competition field but lose at the starting line!"

"it is good!"

Gao Anliang was deeply moved and quickly took notes: "Director Chen, your points are spot on! I'll get on it right away!"

"and many more,"

Chen Yang stopped Gao Anliang and pondered for a moment: "Give me a detailed report on Yu Shiyun's preliminary round answers, video, and Professor Chen's evaluation of her. Also, I need to review the list of judges and the assessment process for the semi-finals. Zhuang Qiwen's matter has just passed, and I don't want any more 'accidents' to happen to Yu Shiyun."

Gao Anliang understood immediately: "Understood! I will personally oversee the process to ensure fairness and transparency in the semi-finals."

After watching Gao Anliang leave, Chen Yang looked at Yu Shiyun's information again. He didn't find Yu Shiyun's name on the Qingyun Ranking, but since Yu Shiyun didn't have a medical license, it was possible that she hadn't been included in the system.

For Yu Shiyun to be noticed by Chen Yaohui, her level must be at least at the Qingyun Ranking level; otherwise, she wouldn't be so conspicuous.

It's important to know that this National Medical Competition has no age limit. Apart from the top talents on the Qingyun List, most of the participants are actually between the ages of forty and fifty-five.

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After Gao Anliang replied, the news quickly spread to Jishengtang Medical Clinic in Qing'an City, Haizhou Province.

Yu Shiyun was squatting in front of the medicine cabinet, carefully sorting the newly delivered astragalus.

She wore faded old clothes, her hair simply tied back, and her brows held a calmness that came from being immersed in the scent of medicine for a long time, as well as a hint of fatigue that was not easily detected. However, she had delicate features and looked beautiful even without makeup.

"Shiyun! Shiyun! Great news! Fantastic news!" Yu Shiyun's father, Yu Zhenguo, excitedly rushed in from the backyard, holding up his phone, his voice trembling.

Yu Shiyun looked up, somewhat bewildered: "Dad? What's wrong? Is there another patient who needs to be seen?"

"No! It's a conference! The Medical Conference!"

Yu Zhenguo handed her his phone, pointing to the notification text message he had just received on the screen: "From Kyoto! The chief judge of the competition, Director Chen Yang, personally approved your participation in the semi-finals! He also said that the results are the most important thing, and they will help you resolve your eligibility issues! Daughter, you have hope! Real hope!"

Yu Shiyun took the phone and read the brief yet weighty notification word by word. Her hands trembled slightly, and her eyes instantly reddened.

Countless days and nights of arduous study, countless failed exams, and the humiliation of being ridiculed as a "barefoot doctor" and "practicing medicine illegally" all transformed into scalding tears that silently streamed down her face. She bit her lower lip tightly to keep herself from crying out loud, but her slightly trembling shoulders betrayed the immense turmoil within her.

Yu Shiyun's grandfather, Yu Dehai, leaning on his cane, walked shakily out of the inner room, a relieved smile on his wrinkled face: "Good, good... Director Chen Yang... is a wise and responsible man. Shiyun, remember this kindness. And remember, they gave you this opportunity to see if you have real skills! In the semi-finals, bring out the best that Jishengtang has to offer! Don't let them look down on you!"

"Yes! Grandpa, Dad, I know!"

Yu Shiyun forcefully wiped away her tears, her eyes becoming incredibly determined—a resolve born from long-suppressed emotions finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel: "I will definitely do my best!"

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