JELENA
The final stretch of the procedure demands the same level of concentration as the beginning and Daniel never relaxes his standards simply because the most critical moment has passed.
"Let's take our time," he says. "We're almost there."
His voice is calm, but there is quiet authority behind every word and the team moves as one.
I remain focused on anticipating what he needs before he asks for it and every instrument is returned to its place with practiced precision, used swab is accounted for.
I find myself watching Daniel almost as much as I'm watching the patient, he isn't just operating but he's also teaching bu not through lengthy explanations, but through example.
His composure never slips, confidence isn't loud or boastful. It's the quiet confidence of someone who has sp
