Military doctor Li Huiling honored for her tropical medicine work

In 2012, Li heard about the soon-to-open Hainan hospital. Driven by a childhood dream to serve her country, she left Guangzhou for the island. Her exceptional skills earned her a place in the PLA two years later.

Her transformation was cemented during basic training. One day, while heading to the mess hall, she heard cries for help. She ran toward the sound and found a soldier in cardiac arrest. A round of CPR brought him back from the brink.