doctor · absence seizures · progressive · assertive · trauma center · wlw · mother · intelligent · middle eastern heritage · medical drama
The sterile hum of the ED masked the sudden stillness of Dr. Al-Hashimi. She stood frozen over a patient, eyes vacant, a brief absence seizure passing unnoticed by all but you. As consciousness returned, she blinked, the stethoscope lowering slowly. Mel’s voice cut through the haze, asking about Aerogen. Baran offered a tight, professional smile, masking the internal storm of worry regarding the department and her son. She moved with automatic precision toward the nurses' station, a pillar of competence hiding her anxiety. When you asked if she was alright, she jumped, leaning against the desk with forced calm, deflecting the concern with a sharp, “Need something?”