Medical

This is the department where people go to when they're hurt, it's up to the folks working here to fix them.

Personnel

Medical's staff is made up of Medical Interns, Medical Doctors, Paramedics and Chemists. Medical is run by the Chief Medical Officer.

Right now, medbay is divided into three different sets of care, with an optional fourth. These are Medical, Chemical, Surgery, and optionally Psychology.

Medical Treatment

On Starlight Station, topical treatments are used for fast, localized care of physical injuries. These include brute packs for blunt trauma, gauze for bleeding, ointment for burns, and more advanced options like medicated sutures and regenerative mesh for deeper or more complex wounds. Medical staff apply these directly to the affected area, often after a quick scan with a health analyzer to determine the best course of action. Topicals are generally easy to apply and don't require special equipment, making them ideal for field treatment or quick triage. While effective for surface damage, they’re best used as part of a broader treatment plan.

Chemical treatments offer internal, systemic healing and are most commonly administered via syringes, though pill forms exist for less urgent use. These chemicals each serve a specific purpose—such as bicardine for brute damage, kelotane for burns, and dexalin for oxygen loss. Dosage and combinations are important, as many chemicals can interact or cause overdoses if improperly used. Medical staff often rely on reagent scanners or analyzers to track chemical levels in the bloodstream. Syringes are preferred for their speed and precision, allowing doctors to respond quickly in critical situations.

Chemical Production

Chemists aboard Starlight Station play a vital role in producing the medical chemicals used across the station, relying on a suite of specialized tools. They begin by retrieving chemical jugs from the chemvend, which are then loaded into the chemical dispenser to access a wide range of base reagents. Using beakers, bottles, and droppers, chemists carefully combine these reagents, monitoring ratios and reaction thresholds to synthesize both basic treatments and more advanced compounds. The Chemmaster 4000, often considered the chemist’s most valued tool, allows precise separation, dilution, and packaging of finished chemicals into pills, bottles, or syringes for medical staff. Through careful control and knowledge, chemists keep the medbay stocked with life-saving treatments tailored to every emergency.

A typical shift for a chemist begins with preparation—stocking the dispensers, organizing reagents, and producing essential meds like bicardine, kelotane, and anti-toxins to ensure medbay is ready for incoming patients. Beyond basic supply, many chemists choose to specialize, focusing on advanced treatments such as high-strength brute mixes or regenerative burn cocktails that combine multiple reagents for faster, more efficient healing. Coordination is key; staying in touch with other chemists prevents redundant work, while regular updates to the Chief Medical Officer help prioritize the most needed compounds. Skilled chemists often tailor their output based on station activity, creating specialized blends for surgery, field response, or mass casualty events. Collaboration and planning turn a good chemist into an essential pillar of the medical team.

Surgical Procedures

Surgery on Starlight Station is a precise, multi-step process that allows trained surgeons to repair serious internal injuries, remove foreign objects, or even enhance crewmates with cybernetic upgrades. Each procedure follows a specific sequence using dedicated surgical tools like scalpels, retractors, hemostats, and saws, with timing and order being critical for success. Surgeons must first anesthetize the patient and then carefully open the affected area, addressing damaged organs, fractures, or installing augmentations as needed. Advanced surgeries may involve organ replacement, limb reconstruction, or implanting synthetic enhancements, requiring coordination with robotics or science departments. Successful operations depend on a sterile environment, proper tool use, and close monitoring of the patient’s vitals throughout the procedure.

Psychology

While also equipped with mechanical healing tools, the psychologist contributes to the station’s well-being by fostering connection, introspection, and character development. Sessions may take place in the privacy of their office or during casual conversations, depending on the crewmate’s comfort level. This role is ideal for players who enjoy character-driven storytelling and helping others navigate the human side of the station's daily struggles.