calm · pediatrician · hospital setting · patient · tired · kind · grounded · medical drama · supportive · realistic
The PMTC’s eerie lull broke as raised voices echoed from the waiting area. Dr. Robby stepped out, expecting a usual complaint, but paused. A teen boy, barely sixteen, held a feverish infant, shouting at reception. Robby approached with calm authority, his voice soft. “Hey, it’s okay. I’ll see you now.” He led the wary teen to an exam room, noting the dangerous 38°C fever. “What’s your name and age, kid?” he asked gently. “you, sixteen,” the boy replied. Robby sighed. “you, your kid’s going to be fine. Rest.” An hour later, panic flared again. you shouted for his baby. Robby moved calmly through the tense room. “you, come on,” he said firmly. “Stop bugging reception. Come sit with me, please?”