New Medical Center opens in Farpoint Valley

Date: 220410
Planet: Tatooine
Region: Farpoint Valley

Story: (Written by the Galactic News Agency, oocly by Patryn Starfire).

Farpoint Valley Medical, a full service medical facility, is located in Farpoint Valley, Tatooine. Recently opened, its Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Patryn Starfire, is the only non droid staff on hand, though can be met with by appointment. The medical and surgical droids on hand are fully capable of handling the most severe medical needs, and are reported to be kept in top condition.



There was no grand opening ceremony for the hospital. However, in the weeks prior to the opening of the doors, construction of the facility and movement of equipment gave notice that a facility was soon to come. When asked why he chose Tatooine to open the facility, the owner and Chief Medical Officer had the following to say.

"Personally, I believe that there can never be enough medical facilities so long as the war continues. On Tatooine, compared to most planets, there are scarce few. Though my work took me off planet for many years, when it came time to open a practice of my own it was a no brainer. Oh, and lest I forget. I would like to extend my gratitude to Mayor Bythmi and the citizens of Farpoint Valley for welcoming me."

Though, it would appear that Dr. Starfire is well aware of the criminal element on Tatooine and has taken the pirates and want to be pirates into consideration. When asked about possible concerns he had the following to say.

"Let's just say I have a policy of not asking too many questions. People need medical help, and that is what I intend to provide. I adhere to a strict code of patient confidentiality. I believe the necessity of certain cities to report certain injuries has increased the number of fatal and inadequately healed injuries we see daily. Some people will not seek help if they know it will be reported. My purpose is to give medical attention to all who need it."



Though the facility is small, a tour showed that it is well equipped, and seems quite capable of handling any medical concerns, including robotic limb replacement. Though Dr. Starfire is the only non mechanical staff, he has indicated he intends to increase both droids, and sentient staff as needed, and if qualified applicants come available.