Be warned: this article reveals details from Season 2, Episode 7 of The Pitt. In the episode, “1:00 P.M.,” the doctors at The Pitt are already exhausted halfway through their shift when a nearby hospital is hit by a cyberattack. This causes a surge of patients – many with severe injuries – to arrive needing urgent care, overwhelming the emergency room.
One patient arrives accompanied by a medical team that includes Dr. Jack Abbot (Shawn Hatosy), a fan-favorite attending physician from Season 1 of The Pitt. He’s now in a new role, but still doing excellent work, much to the delight of viewers.
Dr. Jack Abbot From ‘The Pitt’ Can’t Sit Still
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Dr. Abbot was absent for the first part of The Pitt Season 2, and because he typically works nights, we assumed he wouldn’t return. However, unlike Dr. Heather Collins, it was confirmed he would be back. While viewers might have pictured him resting at home before his shift, it turns out he’s been actively helping people during the day in a different capacity, continuing his work outside of the hospital.
Abbot unexpectedly arrives at the hospital fully equipped for a SWAT operation, bringing in a critically injured police officer who needs immediate intubation. The situation stemmed from a failed warehouse robbery. While new attending physician Dr. Baran Al-Hashimi is initially confused by Abbot’s appearance and role as a field medic, she quickly recognizes his expertise and allows him to take charge. Despite it not being his scheduled shift, Abbot is determined to help a fellow officer and immediately jumps into action to provide life-saving care.
Dr. Abbot doesn’t rest, even when he could. As a SWAT doctor, he treats injuries, but it’s clear he wasn’t just providing medical care this time. He was actively involved in the dangerous situation, sustaining injuries himself. He seamlessly uses both his medical skills and combat training, always ready to step into action when needed. He truly embodies selfless courage, willing to risk his own life for others.
Dr. Abbot Could Be Crucial to Dr. Al-Hashimi’s Story in ‘The Pitt’
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Dr. Abbot could be a key player in Season 2 of The Pitt, potentially influencing one of the show’s newest and most enigmatic characters. This episode highlights why The Pitt was considered one of the best shows of 2025, and continues to be a standout in 2026. Dr. Al-Hashimi is actively trying to get settled as she prepares to lead for the next three months, but her involvement sometimes disrupts the established dynamics. Though Dr. Robby (Noah Wyle) is occasionally frustrated with her, he manages to conceal it well. Dr. Abbot, however, responds with immediate warmth, composure, and doesn’t seem bothered at all, suggesting an instant connection with him.
Having also worked in a war zone, she immediately understands his strong sense of loyalty and obligation to his fellow veterans. They quickly connect, and despite her generally serious demeanor, she finds herself charmed by him. They share stories about their experiences and even make plans to grab a beer together, a conversation Dr. Robby happens to overhear. Robby’s reaction, a slight change in his expression, hints at some hidden or complicated feelings.
For me, the most powerful moment in the episode is when Dr. Abbot casually calls Dr. Al-Hashimi’s past work at a maternity ward a “tragedy.” It really made me think – it strongly suggests the trauma she’s been hinting at all season is connected to something that happened there. The show’s been dropping little clues about a difficult past – like when she zoned out looking at that abandoned baby earlier on. But this time, it really comes to a head. She has to step away from a patient who’s hearing voices, and we see her practically run to the bathroom to desperately try and schedule another therapy session. It’s heartbreaking and makes you realize how much she’s struggling to cope.
Everyone at the hospital is used to difficult situations, but Dr. Abbot connects with her on a deeper level because of his time as a veteran. He seems to understand what she went through – something truly terrible – and might be the only one who can help her talk about it. As Season 2 of The Pitt unfolds, their growing connection could be incredibly important for both of their stories.
‘The Pitt’s Dr. Abbot is a Selfless Veteran
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I’m a huge fan of Dr. Abbot, and what really gets me is how incredibly selfless he is. Even though he’s clearly dealing with a lot – serious trauma from the war and losing his leg – he never lets it stop him from doing his job. Honestly, it feels like he throws himself into work to avoid facing his own pain, like he can’t just sit still and think. He even jokes about being terrible at golf when Dr. Al-Hashimi asks him why he’s taking on this extra SWAT work. Later, he shares with Dr. Samira Mohan – the actress, Supriya Ganesh, actually has a medical background, which is so cool! – that his therapist basically told him he needed a hobby to cope.
Dr. Robby (Noah Wyle) is throwing himself into work as a way to cope with the difficult experiences he had during the pandemic, the loss of a friend, and the general sadness he faces every day. His planned motorcycle trip seems like he’s finally making time for self-care, which could be a good example for Dr. Abbot. Dr. Abbot often risks his own safety helping others outside of the hospital, and he really needs to find a safer, more sustainable way to relax and recharge.
Dr. Abbot is a kind and compassionate doctor dedicated to his patients’ well-being. A particularly touching moment occurs when he advises Dr. Mohan, who is holding supplies for a diabetic patient who left without finishing treatment, to take them home instead. Dr. Abbot, meanwhile, is briefly alone, trying to compose himself. When Dr. Mohan explains the patient’s financial hardship, Dr. Abbot immediately offers to personally deliver the supplies, recognizing the hospital won’t cover it. He sees a need and finds a way to meet it, prioritizing patient care over strict rules and procedures.
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Dr. Abbot doesn’t always cope with his past trauma in the best ways, but he is actively working through it, as shown in his talks with Dr. Robby during Season 1 of The Pitt. He’s discovered a way to use his experiences to help others, and likely benefit himself too. While it’s incredibly stressful and risky, he feels like he finally has a purpose.
A particularly powerful moment in The Pitt Season 2, Episode 7, occurs when Dr. Mohan watches Dr. Abbot struggle to clean a wound on his back that he can’t reach. Despite needing assistance, Dr. Abbot is reluctant to ask for it. Dr. Mohan’s offer to help—putting on gloves and stepping in—symbolizes that support is available when he needs it.
Right now, Dr. Abbot’s coping with his pain the best way he knows how. But I really believe he’s on a path to healing like never before. It reminds me of how he helped Dr. Robby back in Season 1 – I have a feeling he’ll be that same guiding force for Dr. Al-Hashimi. He’s not just an incredible doctor on The Pitt, he’s a genuinely good person, and I think we’ll see him continue to be that.
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