My Son Called Me From The Hospital. When I Arrived, The Doctor Went Quiet And Said, “You Know He’s Our Chief Of Surgery… Right?”

with something like relief. “He’s over here. I’ve been concerned.” She glanced around quickly, as if the walls might report her. “His fever’s up. His heart rate’s high. He’s gotten more tender. I asked Dr. Vance to reassess twice.”

“And?”

She swallowed. “He said the patient is exhibiting drug-seeking behavior.”

My jaw clenched so hard I felt it click.continue reading …