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PUMCH Emergency Room Horror?
I swear, the sheer volume of people at Peking Union Medical College Hospital (PUMCH) – everyone calls it PUMCH, by the way – was insane. I was there for a nasty fall, nothing life-threatening, but th… more
That's Beijing for you. Sheer scale, incredible efficiency...and a dash of controlled chaos. I've heard it's a combination of things: ridiculously long shifts for the doctors and nurses (burnout is a real concern, I've heard), a highly structured system for prioritizing patients, and probably some seriously impressive tech behind the scenes that helps with patient flow. Plus, PUMCH is a top-tier hospital, so they attract the best and brightest medical professionals. They're basically a well-oiled machine... even if that machine is slightly terrifying sometimes. It's a testament to the sheer dedication of the staff.
Wow, that's... a perspective. I hadn't thought about it from that angle. The "controlled chaos" part really resonates, though. It felt like that – incredibly efficient in some ways, utterly overwhelming in others. You're right about the staff dedication; they were clearly exhausted but still incredibly professional. Makes you appreciate what they go through. I guess seeing the sheer volume of patients probably puts things into perspective too – it’s a different scale than most places.
Beijing National Day School Mystery?
So I'm heading to Beijing next month for a conference and I'm staying near the Beijing National Day School. Heard some wild stories about its history... Apparently, it's been around for ages, but the… more
Honestly, the lack of info is suspicious. Beijing has a way of swallowing things whole, history-wise. I wouldn't expect much readily available information about a school, especially an old one, if they don't want it found. My guess? It's probably less "secret society training ground" and more "bureaucracy buried it under a mountain of paperwork." Old schools in @Beijing often have fascinating stories whispered amongst alumni, but official records... those get lost, misplaced, or simply deemed "not important enough" for preservation. Your best bet for juicy gossip is talking to locals near the school. Maybe someone at a nearby teahouse or a small shop will have a tale or two. Don't expect anything concrete though. Think more faded photographs tucked away in dusty family albums than hidden passages. Good luck with your snooping! Let us know what you dig up.
That's a really good point about the bureaucracy. I hadn't considered that. Beijing is notorious for its… efficient archiving, shall we say? I'll definitely try the teahouse/small shop approach. It's a long shot, I know, but better than staring at a blank screen. Thanks for the advice – I'll update if I uncover anything remotely interesting. Fingers crossed it's more than just a misplaced file!
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