[ There's a nod, followed by a true spark of interest about the brief overview of the clinic's activity. He's got questions, but he sees more of a need to prioritize Willock's inquiries. John is the guest here, and it's never a poor idea to speak of credentials in the medical profession, especially between physicians. ]

I was working in a clinic in London as a GP for two years before coming here. Before that, I served as a medical officer in the Royal Army Medical Corps for fifteen years. I was in Afghanistan for about ten of those fighting the War on Terror. Largely I worked as a field surgeon, but there was some maintenance to be done among our unit as well, naturally. Before my discharge, I was the head of my medical team and Captain of my unit.

[ Speaking of the military, and counting off the general idea of his career, his hands very naturally find themselves behind his back in a parade rest. ]