[open] there's a place downtown where the medics hang around (hint: it's medbay)

[cityship]

Medical Bay had a habit of being busy, and upon the return of some of its members (including the head of Medical Bay) from Galilee, things only got busier. Most the tech needed to be pieced out, but some of it was usable. Discussion of making those small technologies replicable and training people in Med Bay in how to use them was only one topic on anyone's mind.

After all, there'd been a Pod Pop in the interim, which could mean more people coming into the Medical Bay. Not to mention, discussing ideas of how to work better as a group, in light of events on Galilee.

[ ooc: Log's open to mingling for medical workers or those interested in learning; it will have one subthread designated for nursing training with Rory, another for those wanting to make IC connections for further training, and one for general discussion of things those working in Med Bay may want to see. ]

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The will to learn!

[cityship]

For some, learning more about first aid and anything they can do to help the injured is what they're compelled to do. For others, it's a matter of professional pride to help instruct those willing to learn in the ways that they can learn.

First aid classes? Looking to delve into something deeper when it comes to healing? Talk to those in medical bay to set up contacts and get going!

[ ooc: if anyone wants to use this as a specific place to establish IC contacts for learning more about any particular aspect of healing/the medical field/first aid. ]

[morganknight]

Medical!

Of all the talents he possessed, healing seemed like the one he could best make use of. Here on this massive ship, with ludicrously powerful heroes and gadgets the Technocracy would, if they ever saw it, need to change its collective underwear... somehow he didn't think punching and kicking would turn the tide of war.

So on hearing of a meetup, he wandered on in, hoping to find someone to talk to about joining.

[rainfell-aqua.livejournal.com]

He wasn't the only one. Aqua's only medical expertise came from spells, but her magic could be exhausted. It was a good idea to learn more beyond that.

"Are you looking for lessons too?" she asked.

[encourage]

Sakura had been keeping herself busy wit other things, but once people were down in Medical who weren't usually -- new faces, after a fashion -- she turned from her usual tasks to greeting those who'd responded to the all for a meeting.

"Hello," she said, offering this stranger a smile. "My name's Sakura Haruno." The name order most people appeared to prefer was finally coming almost naturally. She only paused for a few seconds before introducing herself anymore. "Were you here for first aid and healing lessons, or are you looking to sign up for nursing instruction with Rory?"

Re: The will to learn!

[radiantcourage.livejournal.com]

It came as no question that Hoshi wanted to learn more than she did about injuries and maladies and how to treat them. She heard of the meet up and walked down to Medical with Seraphiel in tow. Who knew, maybe he could learn some techniques to help out himself.

For now, she looked around to see who she could talk with about learning as well as joining. Just having one class didn't seem to quite cut it, all things considered.

[encourage]

"Hello! Been a while since we last talked," Sakura said conversationally, moving on from one task to greet the people who'd come down to medical bay. "Were you looking to take a few first aid courses?" Was courses the word? Sakura didn't know, the terminology was pretty dependent on who you asked.

Re: The will to learn!

[hatngartersnake.livejournal.com]

Jeka had joined the Medical Department some time back, looking for an opportunity to make herself more useful. She didn't expect or intend to reach the same level as the actual medical professionals, but learning field medicine seemed more than worth it -- and so far, it had been.

And the people in Medical were interesting too.

Training with Rory!

[cityship]

Rory's our lead nurse (and really our only nurse). He's willing and able to take on students to help instruct in the ways of nursing, adding to his current student body of one: Miranda.

Do you want to get involved in nursing? Talk to Rory today!

Re: Training with Rory!

[kaya-waterwave.livejournal.com]

Kaya knew how to heal people: that was well and good, and she even knew how to try and talk people out of certain destructive activities, not that she counted Marco in that bunch. Despite that though, she wanted to know that she had what it took to actually be certified in that department.

So upon reading about nursing, she went straight to Rory, someone she though jamie might have mentioned as being one of the Doctor's companions.

Really, she DID have to meet him someday soon.

Re: Training with Rory!

[theboywhowaits]

Rory still looked a little rough, stitches on his forehead and a black eye, though most of the bruising and burns were covered by liberal applications of bandages and a long sleeved shirt. He moved a little slowly, having taken what care was needed to keep him on his feet and gone right back to work.

"Kaya, I think?" He rose slowly from his desk, smiling as warmly as possible. "You're a magical healer, aren't you?" He rather liked Sakura's idea of mixing the two disciplines, practical nursing with magical healing.

Magic, after all, seemed to have a limit. Some people on the ship couldn't have it used on them, and from what he'd observed, some of the magical healers had their own internal limits beyond which they couldn't use it. Practical skills were useful so long as you had the right tools and were able to stay on your feet. "I'm Rory Williams." He offered his hand. "Seems a bit off that we've worked in the same department and haven't met properly yet."

Re: Training with Rory!

[radiantcourage.livejournal.com]

While Hoshi wasn't able to heal people magically, she was definitely interested in learning about nursing and what it entailed. Once she got the general gist of it, she went over to Rory and gave him a smile.

"Hello! I'm Hikari Hoshi, last name, first. It's a pleasure to meet you!" she said, extending her hand out.

"I was wondering if I could sign up."

Idea Box!

[cityship]

The last few missions have been strenuous for Medical Bay as a whole, not to mention the excitement on top of those missions. Those working in Medical Bay may have suggestions, concerns, or ideas they want to discuss with the heads and group as a whole.

[ ooc: Can be used as an establishing point for bringing up IC concerns, where specifics may later be worked out OOCly. ]

[encourage]

"Would it be possible to start training as combat medics? Just... getting used to working like that in a group?"

Sakura looked around at the people here in medical. "Learning to cover each other and work under fire feels like it'll be even more important going forward. Definitively saying we will learn feels like something I want to do, or need to with anyone willing. Getting used to being on smaller ships during simulated exercises, what injuries we will need to be prepared to deal with, how to cover each other while getting to the injured and getting them off field..."

She waited for any word from the people around her.

Massage Club?

[leapoffayth.livejournal.com]

A shy young woman, one who tended to lurk in the background at Med Bay, stepped forward with a little wave. She didn't often enjoy the spotlight, but the invitation to discuss ideas was worth her attention.

"Hello everyone, I'm Yuna," she almost whispered, bowing reverently. "Yes, I agree that we should further practice healing on the battlefield and learn a variety of techniques. I was hoping to add one, actually..."

Yuna paused for a moment, peeking around to see if anyone was listening.

"I used to work at peoples' muscles to relieve their pain, especially after long battles. The books here say that it's called massage, and done in a number of ways. Do you think it would be helpful to study while I'm off-duty? I know muscle pain's not nearly as severe as blood loss or organ damage, but I'd like to give it a try. I really enjoyed making people comfortable."

[encourage]

Sakura looked down at her data pad, then set it to the side. Settling back into Medical Bay after the four day stint on Galilee, when more time had passed here (in that flimsy way time passed here at all) felt odd. Unrestful even.

Still, there was no rest for the weary. Sort of. "Does anyone have a copy of our last inventory here?"

[8wings.livejournal.com]

Anwei had had plenty of time in Med Bay while the rest of the team was away. She had done a painfully precise inventory, counting the odd mix of imported supplies and Stacy-provided materials and putting them into the system.

"I have it. How would you like it organized? Terran alphabetically, by frequency of use, or by when it was last restocked?"

[iselldrugstothecommunity]

All this technology and most of it's probably useless.

Howard's been quiet since getting back from Galilee. Bad enough to get raked over coals in front of others, although thankfully Med Bay coworkers had been kept to a minimum. Bad enough to nearly get shot getting all this stupid equipment that may have ended up useless. Bad enough to get used as pawns in someone else's war.

Given that his usual demeanor is sarcastic and critical, his coworkers may appreciate the dampened attitude.

He stays off to the side, poking one of the machines they stole.

"I'm pretty sure this is just a high-tech water cooler."

[8wings.livejournal.com]

Anwei had noticed that Howard was quiet, and wasn't quite certain how to approach him. Considering how cut up some people had returned, he might have seen something that had topped his already-extensive catalog of horrors.

She comes over and peers at the machine. Not the most impressive trophy, to be honest. "It's got a lot of filter-feedback displays for a water cooler, unless the water is really bad. Anyway, even if it isn't medical, Engineering can use it for testing when it gets to be time to power things up. Better to burn this out than a regenerator."

While she talks, one eye darts for a second to peek at Howard's workspace. She definitely wants to see his face when he does go over there.

[needs-release.livejournal.com]

Once the crises had been taken care of, Sam had a report to file. He had typed away busily on his computer for a while, taking down some notes regarding what had happened and who had done what and where things went wrong and what went right while it was all fresh in his mind.

Overall, while it had been a messy end, he knew that wasn't the fault of the crew. So he had no issues with using the tech once they got it all sorted out.

So with a half-gone pouch of blood hanging from his lips, he typed away, looking tired, dirty, a little bloody, and his clothes were a little shredded and a lot messy, but there wasn't a lingering scratch on him.

[wantstobebatman.livejournal.com]

Doc couldn't help tilting his head a little as he made his way past Henderson's workstation with a hefty spray-gun apparently used for skin grafting across his arms. He stopped mid stride and backpedaled a step or two, actually, studying the man's torn clothes and dark circles for a second.

"Hey, uh, just curious Dr. H but how long have you been working there?"

[encourage]

Sakura actually looked bathed (sweet, glorious bathing), and aside from a few nicks here and there, otherwise unharmed. The damage she'd suffered had apparently been addressed by now, which was for the better. Even if part of it had been reluctant, and all of it self addressed in the end.

"Planning to see if you can get your clothes fixed up?" she asked, quirking up an eyebrow as she looked up from some of the new patient files she was reading. She was more comfortable with the idea of the computers by now, if Anwei, Sam, and basically anyone from more modern worlds still were far better with them than she. The data pad was her only area of excellence, that and with diagnostic bits and bobblies around Medical Bay. Lessons with Jeka had sent her into new realms of understanding of the Omnicomm recently, but all of this was kind of secondary to looking over the head of the department and wondering when he'd get around to sleeping. "Or are we holding a contest for who can look worst for the wear after Galilee?" A half smile.

Recordkeeping (Doc McNinja and Sakura)

[wantstobebatman.livejournal.com]

Doc rarely looked forward to record keeping; as chores around medical offices went it was typically the most frustrating and mind-numbing. Coming off of a morally complicated mission like the one he'd just been on however made him appreciate and perhaps even look forward to the simplicity of it.

He scrolled through a screen of notes, whistling to himself, until the shadow of another member of the staff fell over him.

He looked up.

"Hi, you need this station for something?"

[encourage]

Sakura looked at McNinja, eyes narrowing just the slightest bit. He reminded her of Kakashi in so many ways, if not the least the fact he lived behind a literal mask (probably a figurative one or two as well). "Not so much the station," she said with a smile. "I wanted to go over a record with you, if you don't mind."

Something, anything that didn't have to do with Galilee.

[atruedoctor.livejournal.com]

Martha had been within the Med Bay once before, soon after her popping, but that was when most were off on the mission. Then she had met only a few people, imagining this to be yet another medical place in sore need of more and many. Yet coming back now ... well, God, there were people here!

She wasn't sure who to talk to, where to begin, how exactly to apply to join the staff. Funny thing about the Earth being destroyed, her bloody resume was still there. She scanned for a face she recalled, maybe Dr. Faiza, Anwei, or that sweet girl Miranda. Anyone to help her at this point.

"Yeah, just look a bit more helpless Martha," she sighed. At this point she would just observe. The bigwigs usually made themselves clear.

[theboywhowaits]

He didn't know her, not really. They had never met. But he'd seen her before in the Doctor's memories. Or he thought he had, it was all a bit of a muddle.

He couldn't quite recall her name at the moment, though. Rory watched her from his position tucked behind his desk, considering rising. His feet still throbbed and made him limp if he tried walking around too long, to say nothing for the current condition of his ribs. It might help if he bothered to rest for a little while, but there simply hadn't been enough time. Too much to do and too few people to accomplish it.

"Ah, Hello. Are you looking for something? Or someone?" He smiled ruefully. "It's all a bit mad at the moment, if you're looking for one of the doctors, I think Dr. Henderson is around here somewhere. I haven't seen Dr. Hussain since we got back from the mission."