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[Private to Johnny Cade]

I understand you're a friend of Dallas's? I'd like to know more about your personal experiences with him- if you're not opposed, that is.

[Private to Dallas]

Recall the interior of my ship that I told you about? Why don't you come by and see it! When was your last birthday, by the way?

[Infirmary Direct Care Filter]

I must admit, these concerns about doctor/patient confidentiality from Mr. Russett I worry might lead to a very inappropriate opinion from his inmate, who desires to become a physician. While seeking to teach him to be more open and welcoming, he regards groups of people with suspicion.

[Which, given his loyalties to his fake-family members, he tries not to show too much investment in Victor. But there's a point when things can't be ignored, and he'd rather Rex not be treated with even more suspicion if he did manage to become a doctor again himself.]

This is going to affect morale and the ability to treat patients. It should be dealt with, but I'm not certain how.

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I'm sure it's something from his own world that's given him this phobia, but I'm tired of feeling attacked. I just wish I knew what to do. I offered him my personal medical files, but frankly, now I'm not at all certain he wouldn't use them against me if he had a half a chance.

Every time I talk to him, he accuses me of patronizing him, and I don't know. I've worked in a lot of hostile environments, but right now I don't feel at home in my own infirmary.

I'm starting to understand what you mean. I apparently can no longer request advice when I have a concern without being the subject of edgy suspicion.

I've seen how hostile he becomes. You're a wonderful woman, Martha. I've heard what you did for the entire planet. But he's viewing you- and us all, through tinted goggles of some sort.

I still believe you're doing right by these people. I wish there was a survey for that... Except I'm too lazy to bother with one.

I don't know what's going on here, really. It's... maybe I need some time away from the infirmary. I don't know.

Both he and Jane accused me of pretty much everything I fought against because I said that the Admiral does it. The Admiral has to do it, there's nothing else that can cause it. No medical stuff, nothing the scanners or your Fifth self's TARDIS... no magic, and I don't know if anyone's immune to it.

Thank you, Doctor. That means a lot.

Maybe we both do. There seem to be enough doctors now that demand isn't necessary.

Rex came to me, you know? And he asked me why should he bother becoming a better person if he's always regarded with suspicion. It's a terrible subject to be approached on, and then acted out in such a way.

I wish there were more people to commend him when he does something good. Perhaps that's what this place really needs.

I suppose not. And things seem quiet. But I worry that'll just make Eddie assume that I'm all the more guilty.

I should tell him more often that I think he's doing a good job. He was brilliant during the curse, you know. I just worry because of our past history that I shouldn't... I don't encroach upon him.

A newly married woman ought to be able to take some time to reaffirm her new relationship with her husband. If anything, it might make you more human.

It's an unfortunate history. But maybe an occasional kind word of encouragement wouldn't hurt. He did return to the infirmary, after all. Though obviously it seems anything raises harsher reactions than can be anticipated.

I really think that's a good idea. I'd love to be able to take a proper holiday, but... Oh well. If I leave now, I just don't know it'll help.

I'll tell him, Doctor. I really do think that he's gotten loads better. That he's better.

Maybe after there's been a breather of some sort? A bit of time. Hopefully things will remain slow.

I'll make it a point do something positive while I'm at it.

Perhaps. As unlikely as it is aboard the Barge.

Thank you, Doctor. I mean it. I really needed to hear it, and to know that at least one of my friends is on my side. Lately, I've been left wondering.

You're the head of the infirmary and... well it seemed like something we should talk about or at the very least give you support in.

It'll work out. It always does.

I appreicate it. I really, really, really mean that.

Doctor, would it be alright if I visit the TARDIS? I miss her.

Please! She'd love to see you again. She's heard so much from her future self.

Thank you, Doctor. I'll swing by tomorrow afternoon.

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