This explained the Kirk's willingness to work with him. It was in the best interest of her patient. He could also understand what she was saying. "Do you think that the Captain will be able to participate in the investigation in a manner that would not make the it impartial?"
"I cannot say that he will not have a vested interest in the results of the investigation, but I have no doubt that he would work to in an appropriate manner."
"And you? Would you be willing to speak with us about your impressions of what happened to Captain Boulay?"
"That would depend on what you asked me and what I have been told I can speak about from the patient. As a Counselor, I have to put that person's needs first."
Jared knew this was coming. It was something that he always faced when dealing with medical personnel. "I understand the need for patient-doctor priviledge, Counselor. I have no intention of invading Captain Boulay's privacy. I just know that your opinions and comments could be important in this investigation and any related court cases."
"That may be the case, Captain, but I will not endanger the health of my patient. If I think that anything I say or do will do that, then I will telly you that I cannot answer a question."
"Perhaps we could approach this from a dfferent direction. Would you be willing to be interviewed in the presence of the patient himself? He would then be able to say whether he wanted you to speak or not."
Joanna eyed her visitor. She did not think that he was trying to be difficult. He was trying to find a way to work within her constraints and still move the investigation along quickly. "I am not sure that would be for the best. It could affect our patient-doctor relationship if I am forced to evaluate him in front of him. A private interview would be for the best."
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