USS Cherokee 
Time Keeps on Slippin’, by Steve Weller, Part 16
12003.22

Starring_
Steve Weller as CO_Ayidee, Lowaferth and Producer
Dawn Freeman as OPS_Nash
John Garrison as CEO_LtCmdr_Hull
Zach Farland as CNS_LtJg_Daniels
Pablo Delsoglio as CIV_Capt_Marek
Absent 
None
Leave of Absence
Topper Loghry as CTO_LT_Q`ten
Trish Yarborough as CMO-McIntyre
Ship's Log, Stardate 12003.22. Captain Ayidee recording.  The tour continues, giving us a good insight into the Anarch way of life.  We continue at the hospital, seeing how they handle injuries and illness.

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Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Walking with the others on the tour, trying to get a good look at the Anarch health care systems.::

Host Lowaferth says:
All: Is there anything else you wanted to see in the lab before we move on to the Cardiology portion?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Lowaferth:  How is the turnaround in the lab, is their computer aided diagnosis or is this strictly a technician observation?

Host Lowaferth says:
CEO: That depends on the test, but most of them are fairly automated.  Some tests need to be done "by hand" as they say, but computers do help a lot of the processes.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
::Paying close attention to the equipment in the lab, comparing it to our own::

Host Lowaferth says:
CEO: As the patient moves to the more specialized areas there are a lot more in depth tests that are carried out that require a longer process, even with the computers.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Lowaferth:  Do you have diagnostic "beds", The Federation’s Starfleet has medical diagnostic beds that scan the entire person's body and gives diagnostic reports to the healthcare provider, we also have Emergency Medical Holograms onboard some ships that either are or supplement the Ship's Doctor.

Host Lowaferth says:
CEO: We don't use any, but that's largely more a matter of taking things in a more personalized and...step by step process I suppose you'd say?

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::looks around with inquiry eyes::

Host Lowaferth says:
CEO: We try to identify the problems step by step and then we work to find solutions.  Solutions to the problem more so than the symptoms.  No "automated doctors" though.  I'm sure we could provide something like that but we haven't put ourselves to that idea yet.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Lowaferth:  I see, however onboard a ship, sometimes there isn’t time for a personalized touch. Your emergent department would be of interest to us as well as Cardiac Care.

Host Lowaferth says:
CEO: Emergency is usually handled by the triage area here, and then the patient is sent to whichever department is most pressing for his needs.  We can move on to the cardiac section next if you are all ready?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Lowaferth:  Understood, say no more.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
Lowaferth: I think the personal touch is best when treating a patient.  EMHs have no bedside manner.

Host Lowaferth says:
CNS: We try to find ways to ensure that the treatment fits the patient's needs.  It isn't typically a matter of "he has this, so give him that".  Those types of treatments we used at times but just treat the symptom.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Lowaferth: You could say, it is a custom treatment for each member of your community...

Host Lowaferth says:
All: But let's get on to the cardiac section.  We can get more in depth in our treatments and speak to some of my patients.
CIV: Yes it is, and it works well for us.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
Lowaferth: Your patients?  Are you a doctor?

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Lowaferth: If the treatment works, then it is a good treatment... ::raises an eyebrow::

Host Lowaferth says:
CNS: Yes, usually.  They asked me to guide you around as I'm also something of a debater.  Our leaders would say troublemaker at times, but anyway.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
Lowaferth: What's your specialty?

Host Lowaferth says:
::Leads the group out the door and up a flight of stairs.::  All: The Cardiac center is just up from us, and it is one of the more in depth disciplines.  Not a lot of patients, but they typically require more care than other departments.

Host Lowaferth says:
CNS: We're heading to it.  Heart surgery is what I'm most known for in my career.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Lowaferth: Are cardiac affections more frequent than others amongst your species?

Host Lowaferth says:
CIV: they don't tend to be as common.  Typically they are genetic issues, which our treatment includes a bit of gene therapy, but most of the issues are when someone forgets their age and pushes themselves too hard.

Host Lowaferth says:
CIV: I am assuming you mean more frequent than other ailments among our people, as I can't really compare to the frequency in other species.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Lowaferth: I meant that.

Host Lowaferth says:
::Steps through a door into a room with a few doctors working at terminals.::  All: Welcome to our work room, where we review the charts and research unknown ailments as they pop up.

Host Lowaferth says:
All: The computers have access to several medical databases, and can access monitors in patients rooms to check on their current conditions.  Each room can be configured with necessary equipment as the doctor feels are needed.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::follows Lowaferth::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Enters the room, and nods at those Doctors who looked to see who entered the room::

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
::Wishes he could read the Anarch's language so he could look at a chart.  Wouldn't know an Anarch's vital statistic normals or even their anatomy.  It's like his first day of med school::

Host Lowaferth says:
All: And some would say the most important here, there is a food vending machine to provide snacks and drinks, if desired.

Host Lowaferth says:
All: Would you like to talk to a patient?  I have one who would be thrilled to have guests such as yourselves.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
Lowaferth: That would be nice.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Lowaferth: A scientist?

Host Lowaferth says:
CIV: More of an engineer, but his theories led to breakthroughs with the chronoton issue, from what I've been told.

Host Lowaferth says:
::Leads the group to a room just down the hall.::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Lowaferth: Sounds like a good idea,:: looks at the rest of the group::, don't you all think?

Host Lowaferth says:
All: Just give me one minute to ensure he is ready for visitors, please.  ::Steps into a room for a minute, then comes back out.::  
He is ready and eager to meet you.  His name is Zerk.

Host Lowaferth says:
::Steps back in the room.::  All: Meet Zerk, the man responsible for "getting our chronotons in order", if you pardon the poster quoting.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
Zerk: Hello, Zerk.  It is a pleasure to meet you.  How are you feeling?

Host Lowaferth says:
<Zerk> ::Looks up from the bed, trying to appear cheerful.::  
CNS: I'm doing well, I think.  The doctors seem to think my something or other is high, but I still feel good so I'm not too worried.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::gives the Vulcan Salute:: Zerk: Live long and prosper.

Host Lowaferth says:
<Zerk> ::Looks at the salute and tries to copy it.::  CIV: Interesting greeting.  I will try to respect your wishes.  ::Laughs.::

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
::Looks over the equipment in the room.  Can almost guess what everything is::  Zerk: How long have you been here?

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Zerk: Please do.

Host Lowaferth says:
<Zerk> All: So you are from off world and flew here in your people's space craft?  That is incredible.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Zerk:  Would you mind if I scan you with one of our devices, we call it a Tricorder, as it is programmed to look for things that we know that exist and report it.

Host Lowaferth says:
<Zerk> CNS: Been here about two weeks, since my heart started showing...what did you say doc?  Signs of stress?

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
Lowaferth: So, how are you treating this patient?

Host Lowaferth says:
<Zerk> CEO: Go right ahead, just let me see the bloody thing.  Professional curiosity.  Or is it "Retired professional curiosity"?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Zerk:  Absolutely!  ::Hands Zerk the Tricorder::  Just don’t push the red button there ::points to the rectangular shaped depressed button on the front of the device.::

Host Lowaferth says:
CNS: He's on a high protein diet with monitored exercise to strengthen the heart again.  He is also on an antibiotic, as it was his immune system hitting levels that were too high.

Host Lowaferth says:
CNS: If you ask me, or his wife and children, he spent a few too many years worrying more about Chronoton displacement than about his health.  Ask him and he'll say it's just part of aging.  I suppose both have a point?

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
Lowaferth: I see.  And is the patient responding to treatment?

Host Lowaferth says:
CNS: He is improving.  Not as fast as we'd like but we are taking this step by step to ensure his recovery is a solid one.  We caught the issue before it became a real issue so prognosis is very good.  If he keeps on regimen.

CNS_LtJg_Daniels says:
Zerk:  A good patient always follows doctor's orders.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Zerk:  If you press the scan button there ::points::  you can begin scanning yourself, just pass it above your body about 6 inches, over your torso, and we shall see what we see.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Zerk:  It will stop when it has completed the scan of yourself ::grins::

Host Lowaferth says:
<Zerk> ::Presses the button and passes it over himself.::  CEO: Like a FAD...our Field Analysis Device, used to get readings when the full scanners aren't convenient.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Lowaferth:  Ah!, I'd like to take a look at one, and compare the two - very interesting!

Host Lowaferth says:
<Zerk> CEO: Sorry, don't have one with me.  Part of my regimen  is I'm not allowed to work while recovering.

Host Lowaferth says:
CEO: I could get a medical one brought up from triage if you wanted to see one.  Usually just used in emergencies but we do have a few about.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Lowaferth:  That's alright, it is probably best there for use in triage.  Thanks though

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