The CEO’s Ex-Wife Is A Famous Doctor

The CEO’s Ex-Wife Is A Famous Doctor By LiLhyz Chapter 196

The CEO’s Ex-Wife Is A Famous Doctor By LiLhyz Chapter 196: Shanty’s New Surgical Success

Over a year had passed.

Evan and his assistant were discussing work when a call came into his office’s private line. The man answered the call and learned it was the correctional officer, hired to watch Nicole Lively and Jessica Turner. The jail guard reported, “Miss Lively and Miss Turner tried to escape, along with two inmates. They will be charged for their attempt to escape.’ i

“Good/ Evan replied. “I’ll send my lawyers to discuss with the prosecutor so the additional charges will be prioritized.”

It made Evan happy. Nicole and Jessica were both getting more sentences for their crimes. His decision to have men constantly watch over them paid off. 1

Thankfully, the Turners had not caused trouble for him. They still aided Jessica, but only to provide for her needs in jail. She no longer had access to the family’s funds.

That wasn’t the only good news Evan received that day.

Shantelle visited him during lunch, bringing food packs and setting them on his coffee table. His wife announced, ’This is a celebration. I am done with my pediatrics cardio-surgery fellowship today! Next, I can fully operate on a child independently – a little nervous but also excited.” ’

Evan got up and hugged his wife. To him, Shantelle had worked hard. Even while pregnant with Amara, she had started her fellowship training, observing and assisting with pediatric surgeries. This continued shortly after she gave birth too. She managed her time, leading the thoracic surgical team at the heart and lung center while learning under a pediatric cardio surgeon and teaching at the city’s medical school too. i

He kissed Shantelle’s cheek and said, “You are a superwoman.” •

A chuckle left Shantelle’s lips. She replied, ’And you are a super dad, running such a big company and working at home so you could spend time with the kids.” ’

The man hissed. His wife was giving him too much credit. Over the year, he unexpectedly traveled frequently.

Whenever he was home, he brought work to the mansion and spent time with the kids.

“Are you picking up Lucas from school, or Miguel is?” Shantelle asked.

“I am. And I thought Lucas and I could go out too – you know, boys’ night out,” Evan said with a smile. 2

“Of course. Hubby! You should. He has been waiting to watch that concert with you and Wendell – is that what you are going to tonight?” Shantelle asked.

“Yes, Wendell is his influence in music,” Evan admitted.

“You should go and have fun. In the meantime. Let’s have lunch!” Shantelle said.

The couple shared a lovely meal, and while they were at it, Shantelle watched the news on TV. The network featured a young single father who became widely known as Daddy Tristan. He created T-i-k- T-o-k videos to raise funds for his three-month-old baby’s surgery. There were some videos where he featured her son too.

At the end of each video, it flashed the baby’s condition. It read: [Help us raise funds for Baby Ryan’s heart surgery. He was diagnosed with Corrected Transposition of the Great Arteries (LTGA), a congenital heart defect.)

Evan realized it wasn’t the first time Shantelle had gaped at this news. The father’s Tiktok had gone viral for about a month now.

The man cleared his throat and said, “Do you want to operate on the baby? I haven’t had my annual charity giveaway this year. We could sponsor his operation.”

Shantelle thought about it and answered, “Can we?”

“Of course. The father of the boy could use a break. He is waiting tables, washing cars, and doing T-i-k- T-o-k-s. I like helping those who try to help themselves/ Evan said with a wink. “Say the word, and I’ll bring them here to Rose Hills. Not only that, you will be featured as a capable and

generous doctor, wife of Evan Thompson.” 3

A chuckle left Shantelle’s lips. She answered, “Oh, that still works, by the way. We can’t leave that out. Wife of Evan Thompson.’

“Absolutely not,” Evan said. ’We should not leave that out.”

Shantelle nodded and said, “Let’s help this father and son duo.”

After Shantelle’s confirmation, Evan made the phone calls, and in the next few days, she became the topic of nearly half the state. After all, Shantelle was giving the surgery for free.

Being new to pediatric surgery, there were talks about her capacity. They questioned whether Shantelle was only using baby Ryan’s popularity to make her famous and the Heart and Lung Center too. 1

Of course, many defended her in the group of doctors, for technically, an adult surgeon could operate on a child.

Shantelle was even praised for further strengthening her knowledge and skill, taking a fellowship training with a pediatric cardio surgeon.

Shantelle and Evan disregarded the negative comments. The company’s public relations office only responded to the claims, publicly announcing: [Mister Evan Thompson is a known philanthropist. He has helped many lives through his charitable donations. He and his wife, Doctor Shantelle Scott - Thompson, only wish to help Baby Ryan.) 1

Thus, the surgery pushed through. Ryan’s father, Tristan, was thankful beyond words. They flew across the state and lived in the Diamond Hotel for a few days until the operation.

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“I am nervous,” Tristan, Ryan’s father, said.

“Relax, my wife is there, and not only her. She has a team of surgeons helping your son,” Evan said, assuring Tristan.

They were outside the operating room, together with Baby Ryan’s supporters.

Aside from Evan, Keith and Karise had arrived to show their support for Shantelle. Because Tristan and his son, Baby Ryan, had become an internet sensation, the entire operation was broadcast live. Every mistake, should there be any, will be seen on TV. 1

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Baby Ryan was born with his heart’s lower two pumping chambers, the ventricles, reversed in their positions. That was how he was diagnosed with corrected transposition of the great arteries.

Shantelle knew it was a complex surgery but still proceeded despite the public pressure because Baby Ryan should have had his surgery during the first month of his birth. He was already late for the

surgery, and the clock was ticking.

Knowing the surgery video would be fed to the internet and shown on TV, she sternly commanded her steam and prohibited distractions.

On the table, Shantelle had already switched the blue and red veins in Ryan’s lower heart chambers. Now, she was cutting the major arteries and was in the process of switching them. 1

“Looking good, Doctor Shant/ Seeing how they were nearly done, her colleagues praised her. This is property © of NôvelDrama.Org.

Shantelle’s pediatric mentor was also around to observe the operation and was very impressed. He said, “Doctor Shant is very focused on her surgery.’

After stitching the arteries, Shantelle took a deep breath and leaned back, saying, “I just… didn’t want Baby Ryan to stay longer in the OR. Best to finish the operation first.”

She studied the arteries again before saying, “Let’s test his heart/

Six hours into the surgery and Shantelle was done. She received applause the second she stepped out of the operating room. 2

Her biggest supporter, Evan, embraced her outright. Keith and Karise followed, congratulating her. Shantelle glanced at Ryan’s father, saying, “The operation is a success. Let’s observe him for a few days before discharge.” **•*

Baby Ryan was discharged after five days but remained in the city for follow-up checkups.

Weeks and months passed, and Baby Ryan had no complications. The baby was living normally in his everyday life. His entire journey was shown on the internet through T-i- k-T-o-k-s and interviews.

Baby Ryan’s story gave Shantelle credibility and more patients. Evan shared the same spotlight for his generosity. The couple was repeatedly featured online and in other charitable institutions for many months. >

As a result, Saint Dominique’s Heart and Lung Center became the state’s in-demand facility for chest surgical care.

While The Heart and Lung Center was gaining popularity, what Evan and Shantelle unexpectedly achieved was another loyal friend.

One day, Tristan and baby Ryan came for a follow-up checkup with Shantelle and a cardiologist. Tristan purposely asked to speak to Shantelle and Evan next, so he and Baby Ryan were invited to their home for dinner.

During that dinner, Tristan revealed, “The Cleaveland Clinic had asked if we can represent them – Ryan and me, for promotions and continue checkups with them since they consider us a media influencer, but honestly, I would rather continue supporting Saint Dominique’s Heart and Lung Center. Can – can I get a job at the hospital? Any pay is fine. I just… want to give back to the right people – to Doctor Shant and you, Mister Thompson. You both have helped us – saved my son.”

“I would not have raised enough funds for Ryan’s surgery in time.” Tristan was teary-eyed as he added, “If you let me. I will work for your family until my last breath.”

Naturally, Evan and Shantelle agreed. Tristan and Ryan became added members of their circle in the following years.