Grey’s Anatomy Recap: Full Cerclage

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Although Grey’s Anatomy has significantly influenced my perspective on the medical field, it’s important to acknowledge that it doesn’t accurately reflect real-life scenarios for the most part. Real surgeons don’t typically spend a lot of their time romancing in the on-call room or deal with natural disasters on a yearly basis, nor do they frequently breach HIPAA regulations (I certainly hope not!). However, my beloved television series does capture one aspect of human nature accurately, even if it distorts the medical world: The characters consistently make the correct choice after exploring all the incorrect ones.

As we resume after our mid-season break, a series of puzzling decisions have arisen. For instance, why is Adams (Niko Terho), who apparently survived last season’s cliffhanger without being shot but still fought a gunman, so keen to return to work without undergoing a psychological evaluation? Similarly, why is Blue Kwan (Harry Shum Jr.) suggesting his amnesiac ex-girlfriend end their relationship and rekindle a long-distance romance? Moreover, why is Link (Chris Carmack) attempting to convince his OB-GYN wife that he knows more about handling a pregnancy complication than she does? And finally, why on earth is Owen (Kevin McKidd), who has been a constant source of frustration for me, romancing someone while the hospital is in chaos due to a heat wave?

Returning to Grey Sloan feels fantastic, even though it’s known as one of Seattle’s top hospitals. However, it’s important to note that some of the most unorganized individuals work here!

Let’s dive into the storyline of Adam after the shooting incident at the convenience store. The mid-season cliffhanger had us guessing whether it was Adam or the armed robber who was shot. Surprisingly, it was the robber who was hit by his own gun. Quite a twist, isn’t it? Of course, we can’t help but reflect on how thorough background checks could have prevented this situation. But our main concern is for Adam, who insists on returning to work despite everyone knowing he’s hiding more vulnerability than he’s willing to acknowledge. With the hospital struggling with staff shortages, Adam tries to offer some assistance, although it doesn’t take much for a fallen surgical tray to ignite unnecessary anxiety. This is where the bond between Adam and Ben Warren (played by Jason Winston George) proves beneficial.

Initially, Adams and Warren seemed to have a rocky beginning; however, they’ve managed to repair their relationship. This week, Warren steps in to help Adams with calming strategies and comforting words about how Adams’ reactions to trauma are completely normal. Don’t we all adore the transformation from adversaries to friends?

Warren seems to be winning over Adams, but his superior is no longer a supporter. You might recall how Warren defied Chief of Surgery Teddy Altman’s (Kim Raver) instructions to halt Grey Sloan from handling trauma cases as the heatwave intensified during the midseason finale? Well, she didn’t look too pleased when ambulances arrived this week. And if that wasn’t already enough, Ben audaciously walked into Teddy’s office this week, proposing that he lead the development of climate-emergency strategies for the hospital. It’s worth mentioning that he has returned to his residency on a probationary basis – a detail Teddy swiftly reminds him of while berating him for his presumptuousness. Kudos to her! He deserves every bit of criticism and more for disobeying her, especially during Women’s History Month.

This week, Owen isn’t just the most annoying nuisance for Teddy, but it seems to be someone else – Owen himself. Unaware of the issues at work, he spends the episode shuttling his old friend and apparent crush, Nora (Floriana Lima), back to her hotel. The Most Annoying Moment of Owen this week comes when Nora confesses she had a crush on him (hardly surprising), and he responds in disbelief, complaining, “You were mean to me!” I’m sorry, Owen, but are you new here? Haven’t you learned since middle school that ‘negging’ is the primary flirtation tactic of people with emotional immaturity? Didn’t you forget this lesson from your time with Cristina Yang? Please, give us all a break.

Setting aside any harsh opinions, it’s clear that the repetitive storyline involving Owen and another woman, which may involve Nora this time, could potentially cause trouble for Teddy at some point. For now, Owen appears to be acting altruistically by stepping away from Nora’s medical team and asking Teddy to check on her instead. However, this move also seems contrived and overly chivalrous, serving as a not-so-subtle way to express his feelings for Nora after their awkward near-kiss. I find it hard to believe that he will resist temptation going forward, so it’s more a question of ‘when’ rather than ‘if’ Teddy finds herself in tears in an on-call room. As for Teddy’s brief relationship with Koracick, please remember that my preference lies with Teddy and disdain towards Owen, so I’m indifferent to whatever she might have done in the past. In my view, Owen is wrong, plain and simple, and that’s all there is to say on the matter.

Regarding men not always being right, Link. My goodness, Link. One might assume that Jo Wilson (Camilla Luddington), having earned a medical degree and spent years specializing in OB/GYN, would be able to convince her partner about managing the risk of early labor. However, it seems that Link’s near-death experience at the convenience store has clouded his judgment.

Following the shooting incident, Wilson is wheeled into Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital’s trauma bay, wounded and in distress. The only obstetrician available to attend to her is a young one, who is popular on TikTok and exhibits typical traits of Generation Z – his bedside manner could use some improvement. Nevertheless, both the attending physician, Dr. Marcus, and the expectant mother concur that a cervical stitch (cerclage) would be the best course of action to prevent premature labor. Meanwhile, Link, concerned about the potential complications, becomes overly protective, causing Wilson’s blood pressure to spike. In response, Miranda Bailey, known for her no-nonsense approach, orders Link out of the room.

Ultimately, following a brief heart-to-heart talk from Bailey, Link eventually agrees and grants Wilson the freedom to make her own decisions. However, this situation once again underscores the fact that men often struggle during crises – they may become overly confident, disregard superior orders, pursue romantic interests, or, in the case of another doctor we’re familiar with, strive to reconnect with an ex who resides far away.

Kwan, Kwan, Kwan, you’re in a tricky situation, young lady. Since his former fiancée, Molly (Dianne Doan), unexpectedly appeared at the hospital, he’s been in quite a tangle. Given the circumstances, it’s not hard to see why – they were betrothed until she was involved in a car accident (which he thinks he’s responsible for) and developed amnesia. Although their relationship ended, his feelings for her have never waned, and now, he’s pleading with her to call off her relationship with Dave, who has just proposed. In my opinion, that’s an exceptionally poor choice! A record-breaking terrible idea, if you ask me!

Have you ever imagined scenarios in your mind like this? Suppose the person who slipped away returned, confessing that I was their one true love. Or imagine them announcing they had won the lottery and bought a yacht similar to the one from Succession, just so we could reenact the “Thank you for the chicken” scene because they knew how much I’d enjoy it.

However, the problem with fantasies is that they can persist as long as everyday life doesn’t intrude upon them, filling in the vague spaces with mundane tasks, petty squabbles, and endless discussions about what we should have for dinner.

Absolutely, it seems Kwan is eager to reconcile with Molly since they’ve been living apart for quite some time now. However, I must confess my skepticism; I find it challenging to envision a smooth resolution between them.

In a nutshell, it’s more comforting to cling onto hope than to drown in unending sorrow, which is precisely where Jules Millin finds herself now that Mika Yasuda has vacated Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital. Yasuda’s decision to leave makes sense; who could bear working at the same place where their sister perished so tragically?

However, their romantic past complicates things for Millin as she grapples with Yasuda’s absence – pushing her friends away seems to be her coping mechanism. That is, until the girlfriend of a bank robber shares her tale about how he secluded himself after losing his job. This story seems to have triggered some self-reflection within Millin. In my humble opinion, this could be a turning point for her, leading her to reconnect with her loved ones and find a way to heal.

It’s clear that things aren’t going well when even an armed robber’s girlfriend provides you with a profound realization, yet we’ll accept it! Perhaps Millin hasn’t managed to contact her friends this week, but I’m optimistic that she’ll find a solution soon.

In a heartening development, the surgery that seemed impossible previously has miraculously been performed! Amelia Shepherd (Caterina Scorsone) successfully saved the life of high-school basketball star Jackie, following her persuasion of Winston Ndugu (Anthony Hill) to join this quest. Interestingly enough, Jackie’s mom is none other than Ndugu’s ex, which adds an intriguing layer to their relationship. It appeared that Jackie was close to death on the operating table, and she temporarily lost sensation in her feet and legs. However, a swift removal of some spinal fluid seems to have put her on the path to recovery, suggesting that she could soon be back making those crucial free throws again. Although Jackie may no longer meet scholarship criteria now, at least she’ll be able to play basketball once more, which is truly something to cherish when one has been given a second chance at life.

The OR Board

It’s clear that the hospital was understaffed and Teddy was determined to say yes in every situation. But, I’m curious, how on earth did Griffith end up performing surgery on the man who shot her partner? Isn’t there some rule or regulation prohibiting that, isn’t there?

Is it uncertain if “Marcus” in “Dr. Marcus” is a surname or a colloquial given name? It’s not clear, but I’m looking forward to seeing more of him – his Gen-Z style humor might help balance out this show’s excessive earnestness rooted in millennial sentimentality.

When might Warren reveal to Bailey that Altman scolded him? Is there a chance he’ll disclose it to her? Given how perceptive she is, doesn’t he realize she already knows about it? It seems rather implausible for this secret to be kept hidden. If his denial persists even now, then I suppose that could be consistent with his character, too.

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2025-03-07 09:05