I stood outside the door, rather breathless since I'd had to run - such long corridors! And it's not easy in these heels. I must say, it is an unusual uniform. Tight, too. Anyway - I was late. I usually am, it's a fault of mine.

I tapped on the door, but heard no answer. I hesitated a moment, then opened it. My word! what a sight greeted me! I'd expected just a sight chart and the odd stethoscope, but this looked like a hospital surgery. All those shiny instruments laid out carefully - I didn't recognise most of them but it was very reassuring to know the new Doctor was so well equipped. There was a bench in the centre of the room - what were those straps for? And those bits sticking up?

I stood uncertainly, waiting for the Doctor to appear.