Doctor Elaine Russell M.D., Ship's Physician
From Create Your Own Story
You pull up Doctor Russell's personnel file on your computer, it reads:
Name: Elaine Russell, M.D.
Rank: Lieutenant Commander
Date of Birth: October 6, 2372
Species: Human
Gender: Female
Division of Service: Medical
Date of Enlistment: September 16, 2391
Special Awards: Space Command Life Saving Medal
You've never liked going to the doctor, but you respect their dedication. You press the com button and ask Dr. Russell to come to your office.
"Right away sir" she replies.
Moments later the door chimes.
"Enter" you call out.
Dr. Russell comes through the door and gracefully approaches your desk. She's a tall woman with curly brown hair and stunning blue eye. You can't help but notice her beauty and elegance.
"You wanted to see me sir?" she asks.
"Yes," you answer. "Please, have a seat."
"Thank you" she says as she lowers herself into the chair on the opposite side of your desk.
"Is that a British accent?"
"It is, I'm from Manchester."
"Ah, very good. I asked you in here because I want to get to know my officers before we set off on our mission."
"A wise decision sir."
"Your file says you joined Space Command nine years ago. With four years at the academy, that means you've been practicing medicine for five years now?"
"Yes sir, that's correct."
"Please don't take this the wrong way, but five years of medicine seems awfully short for the chief physician of a space vessel."
"No, you're right. Normally five years wouldn't be enough to earn this position, but I assure you my medical prowess is up to the challenge."
"Oh? What makes you think so?"
"Two years ago, while I was serving on Space Station 14, there was an outbreak of the Sagittarius Virus..."
"The Sagittarius Virus? That's lethal isn't it?"
"Chances of survival are typically 4%."
"And there's no treatment, right?"
"Wrong" she smiles. "There was no treatment until two years ago."
"You found a cure?" you say in amazement.
"Yes I did, before the virus could claim even a single life."
"Well doctor, I am impressed and I feel that this ship's health is in good hands."
"Thank you captain."
"And do you think you'll be able to treat any aliens we may encounter?"
"I have to admit, I've never treated anything other than humans, but I believe I'm up to it. I find alien physiology fascinating. I've already started studying Lieutenant Thenalak... she's incredible."
Lieutenant Thenalak is the only alien aboard Excalibur.
"Yes, I imagine she is. Well doctor, I won't keep you from your studies any longer. Thank you for your time."
"It's my pleasure" she says as she rises from her seat. "Good day to you sir."
You watch as she leaves and think to yourself, "If I ever pick up an alien germ, I'll be glad to have her around."
What do you do now?
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