Kate of Outpatients

Kate wondered if she could do the job. The hospital had an enviable reputation for good practices and efficiency-but it was regarded as totally impersonal. Kate McLaren was given the formidable task of personalizing it. Not only was she in charge of the outpatients department, she was to be a sort of public relations officer, as well. Kate met the challenge well. But while her mind was so fully occupied with her new responsibilities, her heart slipped away...