Only Real Grey's Anatomy Fans Will Recognize These Memorable Lines
- by Melissa Fletcher
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Seattle Grace Hospital is home to some of America's finest doctors, surgeons, and facilities. These doctors may come from many different backgrounds with many different histories, but they all have one main goal: to save lives. After all, isn't that why they graduated medical school?
Of course, it wouldn't be a medical television drama without some seriously dramatic romantic relationships. From the moment we meet them in the pilot episode romance proves to be a major theme for these doctors. And with the crazy schedule and physical demands of being a doctor, we can't really blame them for wanting to blow off a littles steam. Throughout the series, we follow them as they create miracles, face obstacles, and more. Patients survive and patients die, but that's just another day at the office for these medical professionals.
With so much drama going on all the time, whether it's during a surgery or during breakfast at home, there is always someone saying something memorable. Maybe it's an inspirational speech, or maybe it's a moment of humour to alleviate the tension, but these doctors don't just have a way with scalpels, but they have a serious way with words as well.
Take the quiz below and see if you can remember which character from Grey's Anatomy said the memorable quote.
Oh! And before you start, if there's one thing that changed more than relationship statuses in this show, it's the name of the hospital. For the sake of continuity, the hospital will always be referred to as the original "Seattle Grace Hospital" during this quiz regardless of which season the quote was said.
Good luck!
"Do you know when to walk away? Do you know when not to take less than you deserve?"
This is a difficult question. Often, in our professional and even personal lives, our heart gets in the way of our head. Nobody wants to hurt anybody or let someone down, but it's important to know your worth. This deep question was asked with perhaps not the best intentions in mind for all parties involved, but not everything in life comes easily. Does this individual know when to walk away? Does anyone really know when to walk away? It's hard to truly know.
"You will treat people with kindness and respect. And you will start with yourself."
After a long day working at Seattle Grace Hospital it's easy to feel beaten down. Perhaps a patient passes away, the job they've been working for is given to someone else, or even a romantic relationship takes a turn for the worst. It's easy for these doctors to blame themselves or their colleagues around them. But this doctor believes that kindness is the best option in this case. Not only treating others with kindness, but doing the same for themselves.
"It was the blood that was toxic; not you!"
Toxic blood? Just another normal day at the office. Well, it would be just another normal day if this toxic blood was contained properly. This of course sends many of Seattle Grace Hospital's own doctors to the emergency room as they are contaminated during an extensive and invasive surgery. With tensions running high and the clock counting down, this can cause the doctors to start blaming each other, not focusing so much on the surgery at hand. Of course, this doctor realizes there was never a reason to blame a fellow colleague.
"What self-respecting surgeon wears salmon-colored scrubs?"
Despite being a universally flattering shade of pink, "salmon" is apparently not the most respectable colour to wear as a surgeon at Seattle Grace. Often assigned only to those working in the paediatric ward, or perhaps the dermatology clinic. Why the judgement, though? Whether this comes from a place of self-entitlement or a personal fear of committing a hospital fashion crime, does the colour of one's scrubs really matter? Apparently for this Seattle Grace Hospital doctor, it matters a lot.
"You want to be a mess, be a mess. I don't care. I can take it."
It can be hard to find a work-life balance working at Seattle Grace Hospital. The money isn't always great for new doctors, the pressure for a permanent position is high, the competition is fierce, and the hours are incredibly long. Then, you can add complicated relationships, difficult family members, personal baggage, and never ending student loans. Of course some of these doctors are stressed. And sometimes they feel the need to embrace the mess before finding a way to clean it up, but of course, this doctor can handle that.
"A month ago, you were in med school being taught by doctors. Today, you are the doctors."
It's hard to believe we have watched some of these characters since the first day of their internships at Seattle Grace. With thirteen addictive and dramatic seasons down and still going strong, we have grown to love, and love to hate, many of the different characters. Some doctors at Seattle Grace, however, have also been allowed to not only watch these young, unexpecting interns grow into successful doctors in their chosen fields, but also into their own. From day one, this character has been with them from the start.
"It's like candy, but with blood. Which is so much better!"
There are some doctors who show up to work and get the job done, and there are some doctors who show up to work with the passion, excitement, and drive as a kid on Halloween. Seriously. This character loves performing surgery and is always up for a challenge. There isn't much in the medical world that turns them off, so they accept any procedure or evaluation with childlike joy. Don't get us wrong though, when it comes to their career they can be all business. It's a delicate balance.
"It's a beautiful day to save lives."
For any doctor, saving lives is just a part of the job. When faced with an extremely difficult procedure, unfortunate circumstances, or a near-impossible surgery, this doctor chooses to look at the bright side of things and remains honestly optimistic. These doctors save lives every day, but for one doctor this day is considered a beautiful day to do so. Besides, is there anything more beautiful than saving a life? This doctor has actually performed some miracles you would have to see to believe.
"Denial. It's not just a river in Egypt. It's a freakin' ocean."
Pun intended, probably. If you don't get the text try saying it out loud. Considering most characters on this show have majored in a medical degree, this character is able to use historical references in a creative and humorous way. Not uncommon, considering the long hours and insane work conditions can bring out the sass in any Seattle Grace Hospital employee, but it adds a refreshing touch. The fun part is figuring it all out. Is this character in denial about an unavoidable procedure? Or what about an unavoidable relationship?
"Clean as a whistle... And a mathlete."
Keeping the hospital clean and sterile is very important at Seattle Grace, actually, we're pretty sure that's an important factor at every hospital, but this doctor has his surroundings absolutely pristine. This includes their patients. And while they're add it they should probably clean up their personal lives, too... and maybe their apartment? They're doctors, after all. Regardless of hygiene, this doctor knows how to use their sense of humour to keep the conversation light and relatable when talking to their colleagues.
"My mommy's a filthy whore."
Yes, this really is a quote from the famed medical drama television series. What exactly defines a "filthy whore?" We're totally down to support anyone for making their own decisions in life, but for this doctor, it must have been something pretty outrageous or unexpected to be calling their mother such a serious name. Was it a child out of wedlock? An affair so juicy it was the talk of the entire hospital? This doctor knows the answer, and they definitely do not approve.
"Don't let what he wants eclipse what you need. He's very dreamy, but he's not the sun. You are!"
It's definitely easier to get by in life with a good friend. Have a good friend who gives even better advice? Then you've got it made. It can be hard to keep your priorities straight when competing for a job position, balancing an on-again off-again romance, and trying to take care of what is left of a disastrous home life. Luckily, this doctor knows how to provide some sound relationship advice when their friend truly needs it. You know what they say: boys are from Jupiter...
"Oh my god, oh my god, this baby's crack! She's crack baby!"
If there's one thing for sure, Seattle Grace Hospital has seen some cute babies. They're irresistible! Whether they're spending time in the paediatric ward or having their own, these doctors can always find a happy place enjoying the company of these tiny humans. This doctor, of course, finds this baby exceptionally irresistible. Is it their first time meeting, did they just save the baby's life? Honestly, that's all totally possible considering these characters, but sometimes it's as simple as enjoying the little things in life.
"Sometimes it's good to be scared. It means you still have something to lose."
What could you possibly lose while working at a hospital like Seattle Grace? Patience? Maybe even a close friendship? What about a donor organ or even a life? These all may sound a little extreme, but it's totally the norm for any seasoned professional doctor at Seattle Grace Hospital. With practice, like anything, the doctors become more confident and self-assured in their procedures, surgeries, and day-to-day activities - especially in a field where reluctance and fear can be seen as a weakness. One doctor, however, reminds them that it's okay, even good, to get a little scared.
"He’ll say yes or he’ll say no. Then we’ll know."
Vague, but strangely appropriate. Despite being encouraged to have total control while in a surgery, there are a lot of circumstances where doctors, especially new doctors, need to seek permission. Of course, this doesn't only apply to the medical world, but their personal lives as well. Seeking acceptance from families, friends, and colleagues when entering a new chapter in their lives seems totally normal. For one of Seattle Grace Hospital's doctors, the acceptance, however, may have been on a much more personal level.
"He squeezed my finger and then he let go."
Daily miracles are just one of the perks of being a doctor at a hospital like Settle Grace. That could actually be considered one of the best parts of saving lives for a living. However, for one doctor, some of life's daily miracles are short lived. Whether it can be prevented or not, there are some happy moments that are destined to be short lived, and oftentimes let get sooner than anyone would hope. These doctors may be medically groomed to handle any heartbreaking news like this one, but it can still affect them deep down on a very personal level.
"It's the past, and you don't have to defend it."
Mistakes happen, but they're only mistakes because they've already happened. What we mean is, once a mistake is made, it's done, it's over. Sure, there are often consequences that follow, but this doctor believes that you shouldn't have to apologize for the past and defend yourself for any mistakes already made. What is more important is to focus on the future. To plan better in an effort to avoid this mistake again, to explore other options, and to focus on bettering themselves instead of dwelling not the past.
"There ought to be some rule, you know? People who have been in a plane crash can't work on one."
No, the Doctors of Seattle Grace Hospital aren't as obsessed with the television series "Lost" as we were (or maybe they were, we wouldn't judge). The plane crash affected many of the doctors deeply, whether they were immediately involved or not. In fact, many of the doctors were left totally traumatized and experienced signs of post traumatic stress disorder, especially when forced to deal with yet another plane crash. What are the odds? For this doctor, the odds don't seem too fair.
"Don't chase me anymore, unless you're ready to catch me."
This quote could be related to the paediatric ward, perhaps referring to a doctor chasing a happy, running child down the halls to return to their bed. The theme here is totally love, however, that besides besides the daily hard-hitting medical drama these doctors face, the personal and romantic relationship drama definitely takes a close second place in priority. What else would you expect these doctors to do in their spare time? Knit? Well, some of them do take up knitting, but they're totally obsessed with maintaining their romantic relationships.
"Pick me. Choose me. Love me."
At the end of the day doesn't everyone just want to be loved? To be someone special? When you're working in a hospital full of attractive, talented, and charismatic surgeons it's easy to be a little distracted. Or a lot distracted. Or even crazy in love and head-over-heels. Is it appropriate for the workplace? Probably not. But ask any top grade cardiovascular surgeon in the greater Seattle area and they will tell you: the heart wants what the heart wants. And in this case, the heart wants to be loved.
"I thought I was special because I went to med school. I guess you can't wash the stink off trash."
It takes a lot of hard work, dedication, and ambition to graduate from college, but it takes even more hard work, dedication, and ambition to graduate from medical school. It's a school program that literally teaches students how to save lives. We know writing a final thesis might be stressful, but what about writing a thesis and also performing an appendectomy? Total stress! Of course any graduate of medical school should feel proud, but sometimes the past can haunt them and they feel insecure regardless of their accomplishments.
"You don't stop until you've got the final answer. You don't stop until you save them or you find out that they're.. that they're dead."
It doesn't take a medical degree to understand when someone, or something, has died. Whether that be a loved one, a colleague, a goal, or even a relationship. Sometimes the paths taken in life turn down a different course than expected, and sometimes you end up with a dead end altogether. But for this Seattle Grace hospital doctor, you don't stop searching until you come to that conclusion or find what you've been looking for. Or working towards. Isn't it crazy how medical traumas can be so relatable to our every day lives?
"I had to figure out how to be me."
Profound. Yet vague. Not exactly an uncommon theme in this medical drama series. The doctors working at Seattle Grace Hospital are definitely not new to playing a few mind games (after all, brain surgery is just another day at the office). This is especially true when they mix their personal lives with their work lives, and then some more of their personal lives, and then invite everyone at the hospital to join. Are you confused? Us, too. And probably the character who said this quote as they embark on a journey of self discovery.
"We're adults. When did that happen? And how do we make it stop??
Oh, adulthood. Most young adults are faced with plenty of first time stressors. Overdue bills, eating cereal straight from the box, romantic fall outs, and not to mention learning to maintain a healthy work life balance. But for young doctors? Try adding life saving surgeries, cleaning bedpans, screaming patients, and delivering terrible news to the daily list of adulthood struggles. It's totally understandable that this doctor feels a little stressed out, considering they are faced with a tremendous amount of daily pressure.
"Burke wants to have a relationship... Boys are stupid."
A relationship? While working at a hospital as busy as Seattle Grace Hospital? Is that even possible? Well, yes. And it's even encouraged by a lot of the younger doctors. Of course, a relationship with one's boss might be prone to being the topic of conversation around the lunch table for a while and this doctor is obviously aware of that. Who could be so stupid? Stupid in love, maybe. Considering Burke studies as a cardiovascular surgeon, he surely must know the heart wants what the heart wants, but will this doctor go for it?
"I want facts and until I get them my pants are staying on."
Whoa! This one is a little tricky. Are we mixing work with pleasure or pleasure with work. Are we at Seattle Grace Hospital or the home of some promiscuous interns. Is this an innocent medical interaction or are we in full blown relationship mode. Knowing these doctors, probably a mix of all of the above, but that's what makes the series so addicting! You get everything at once and it still leaves you wanting more. In this case, it leaves one of the hospital doctors wanting to leave their pants on.
"Knowing is better than wondering. Waking is better than sleeping, and even the biggest failure, even the worst, beats the hell out of never trying."
Probably one of the best known mantras in the Grey's Anatomy universe - this quote never fails to impact fans in a huge way. Whether entering new romantic relationships, dealing with a difficult patient diagnosis, or going after what their heart truly desires - this quote proves it's always better to try and fail, rather than never know what the outcome would be. This quote also proves to be a very important theme throughout the series and character development.
"I am acting like a grown ass woman, and I am asking him out..."
Said every Seattle Grace Hospital doctor ever. Kidding! But it is a common plot to the series. Of course, most women in the series have a confidence about them that makes asking out a potential love interest fairly easy. With so many closets and rest rooms to hide in, what could be the problem? After all, it can't be harder than surgery, can it? Well for some doctors confident in their medical procedures comes farther and stronger than their confidence in romantic relationships, but sometimes you have to grow up a little and just do it.
"If I miss a real procedure because of this case, they're gonna call me 007 because I killed you."
007 is a very successful James Bond franchise. It's also the nickname given to the first doctor to "kill" a patient. We use quotations, of course, because sometimes these things are unavoidable, but it's definitely not a reputation you want to have while working at a hospital like Seattle Grace. Of course for this doctor taking surgery seriously is a top priority, and risking a nickname like 007 is worth it if it means "killing" a coworker for getting in their way. Of course, again, we used quotations because they probably wouldn't actually kill this person, but the passion is so real.
"The theory is they got overexcited and popped the car into gear."
Sometimes explaining the facts of a bizarre medical case can be done using a bit of a sexual innuendo. Well... innuendo or not, the patients being discussed were definitely the gossip of the emergency room amongst the new interns at Seattle Grace hospital. If these young doctors are too busy to get busy, at least they can enjoy the satisfaction, or embarrassment, that brought these unsuspecting patients into the ER. What else do these doctors have to talk about. Appendectomies?
"Sometimes doing something is worse than doing nothing."
Everyone must make choices in life. Doctors just so happen to have to make difficult choices, even life saving choices, every single day of their lives. They are responsible for the wellbeing of very vulnerable patients, but sometimes their actions prove to gain more negative consequences than simply doing nothing. This is also true in their personal relationships. Sometimes these doctors find it better to step away and let things happen without interfering and risking their own feelings, careers, or personal lives.
"Have some fire. Be unstoppable. Be a force of nature. Be better than anyone here and don't give a damn about what anyone thinks."
Being an doctor at Seattle Grace Hospital can seem like a dream come true for many aspiring interns. However, not every intern becomes a doctor at this hospital, especially considering programs and funding are constantly being cut, the training is intense, romantic relationships seem to always get in the way, and the competition is fierce. One doctor, however, chooses not to worry about these things and goes about their day with confidence and pride. They also encourage their friends and colleagues to do the same.
"If you aren't willing to keep looking for light in the darkest of places without stopping, even when it seems impossible, you will never succeed."
Surgery is a delicate procedure made up of careful planning, but at the same time quick, smart decision making as it goes along. Sometimes a surgery doesn't go as planned, or a relationship fails, or you fail an exam. Considering saving lives is their literal job, let along all of the other major stresses doctors face, these pitfalls can be a little disheartening. Luckily, a very wise doctor gave some sound advice to keep working hard, to keep looking for every possible option because if they don't, they might never find the answer they're looking for.
"It turns out sometimes you have to do the wrong thing. Sometimes you have to make a big mistake to figure out how to make things right. Mistakes are painful, but they're the only way to find out who we really are."
Everyone makes mistakes. Sometimes you answer "A" on a quiz when you should have selected "C," or sometimes you forget to check the weather before leaving the house and get caught in the rain without an umbrella, sure, doctors makes these mistakes, but they're also at a risk of even bigger consequences. Sure, a huge mistake as a doctor could end someone's career, but most likely it will act as a learning tool to make them an even better doctor.
"Did you say it? 'I love you.' 'I don't ever want to live without you.' 'You changed my life.' Did you say it? Make a plan. Set a goal. Work toward it, but every now and then look around; Drink it in 'cause this is it. It might all be gone tomorrow."
The "L" word is a big word at Seattle Grace Hospital. And no, we're not talking about a "lobotomy." Love is something these doctors take very seriously. Focusing on who they're dating and creating a work-life balance all in an effort to make the most out of life. Considering they often see the final days of many patients, they have a harsh understanding on just how short, but precious, life is, which is why they focus so much on personal goals and relationships.
"The only person that can keep a promise so big is God, and I haven't seen him pick up a scalpel lately."
When someone becomes a doctor they are required to take an oath of ethical practice. Of course, they will do anything and everything possible to save someone's life, but that doesn't mean it's a promise that the life will actually be saved. Let's face it - fate works in mysterious ways. Some doctor's believe that there aren't such things as "promises," like this doctor, who may believe in the promises of a higher power, but that higher power didn't exactly go to med school.
"You want to call me Dr. Model, that's fine. But just remember that while you're sitting on two-hunded grand of student loans, I'm out of debt."
Considering how expensive medical school is, almost everyone needs a side hustle. Sure, most students and recent grads make some extra cash while bartending, working at a grocery store, or even serving coffee at a cafe, this doctor, however, managed to pay off their loans and then some by modelling. And, we'll be honest, they weren't exactly modelling winter jackets and snow pants, but you gotta do what you gotta do. And if you've got it, flaunt it, then go crush medical school.
"I looked down at that miracle in my hand, and I just knew. General surgery had chosen me. Well, one day, you'll know."
Every doctor at Seattle Grace eventually chooses a speciality. Some doctors are drawn to the paediatric ward, some doctors are destined to be brain surgeons, others take a liking to general surgery. Whether these choices are inspired by a family legacy, a personal passion, or a genuine interest and natural talent, when they know they really know. And choosing a speciality in a medical field isn't an easy task, in fact, this doctor believe that the speciality actually chooses the doctor.
"At some point, you have to make a decision. Boundaries don't keep other people out. They fence you in. Life is messy. That's how we're made. So, you can waste your lives drawing lines. Or you can live your life crossing them. But there are some lines... that are way too dangerous to cross."
It's sometimes safer to stay inside of the lines, for example, when you're making an incision for major surgery. You wouldn't exactly go slicing open someone's chest when you're about to perform surgery on their brain. Unless of course you need to fix the patient's heart at the same time. Surgery is full of fine lines and grey areas, and as a doctor at Seattle Grace Hospital, these fine lines and grey areas often cross over into their personal lives, even if that's not the safest course of action.
"You can build a house out of anything. Make it as strong as you want. But a home, a home is more fragile than that. A home is made of the people you fill it with. And people can be broken, sure, but any surgeon knows, what's broken can be mended. What's hurt can be healed. That no matter how dark it gets the sun's going to rise again."
Well, considering most of the doctors spend a lot of their time living in the same house this quote definitely provides more than just a relatable analogy. Of course, being a home full of doctors, they are used to fixing patients on a daily basis, they often rely on each other to fix themselves. They might be facing days that are the worst of the worst, whether in their personal lives or at work, but with each other, this doctor knows every grey cloud has a silver lining.
"The human life is made up of choices. Yes or no. In or out. Up or down. And then there are the choices that matter. Love or hate. To be a hero or to be a coward. To fight not to give in. To live or die. Live or die. That's the important choice. And it's not always in our hands."
Working as a doctor at Seattle Grace Hospital is no easy task. The position itself is made up of many choices: Surgery or physical therapy? Aneurism or mild concussion? Date your boss or the new intern? It can be a lot of serious pressure to make the right decision, but this quote breaks it down quite simply: as a human being, our importance choices are to live or die, to love or hate, and to be a hero or a coward. It's easy to see that Seattle Grace Hospital is full of many heroes.
"I think you're taking some risks. I think you'll find yourself in some guy's basement being ordered to put the lotion on the skin or you'll get the hose again."
Everyone loves a great pop culture reference! Working at a hospital is going to involve taking a lot of, often life threatening, risks. Some individuals at Seattle Grace Hospital would consider the outcomes to these risks comparable to being trapped in a serial killer's basement. Of course most doctors wouldn't even blink an eye at this thought, but some of the tender-hearted interns and residents might be a little weary of jumping into anything that scary-serious just yet. Can we really blame them?
"We spend our whole lives worrying about the future, planning for the future, trying to predict the future, as if figuring it out will cushion the blow. But the future is always changing. The future is the home of our deepest fears and wildest hopes. But one thing is certain when it finally reveals itself. The future is never the way we imagined it."
A doctor at Seattle Grace Hospital will often spend many hours planning for difficult surgeries. They explore every option, they prepare for the worst, they investigate all of the outcomes, but sometimes they don't know exactly what they're dealing with until the surgery actually proceeds. This is true to their personal lives as well. They may plan for a perfect wedding, healthy children, an easy retirement, but anything can change in an instant, and these sort of things don't seem to always go to plan.
"We lose those battles as often as we succeed. The key, though, win or lose, is to never fail. And the only way to fail is not to fight. So fight until you can't fight anymore. Never let go. Never give up. Never run. Never surrender. Fight the good fight, you fight even when it seems inevitable you're about to go down swinging."
What exactly does a doctor at Seattle Grace Hospital really have to fight for? I mean, they've already graduated medical school, right? Wrong! Well, right, yes, they did graduate medical school, but they sure have a whole lot to be fighting for. They fight for permanent jobs, the heart of their romantic interests, and of course they fight to save the lives of their patients every day. There isn't anyone that would argue that to be true, but one doctor encourages others to keep fighting the good fight with an inspirational speech.
"I love you. I always have. I love everything about you - even the things I don't like, I love. And I want you with me. I love you and I think that you love me, too. Do you?"
Although this quote sounds like it could be from a patient waiting for a loved one to wake up from a coma, it's from a serious relationship in the series... but which relationship is it? Of course, Seattle Grace Hospital is not only known for it's outstanding medical practice, but it's never-ending supply of relationship drama. Bosses dating interns, interns dating interns, interns dating patients, and so on. There is something, however, that makes this relationship just a little bit more exciting than you would expect.
"Morning. What? So I slept with him again. So I'm a big whore. A big horny whore who can't get enough. Can we get over the shocked silence already? "
Hey, when tensions are running high, sometimes it helps to blow off a little steam. I mean, most people save this for a private bedroom at home, but when you're working ridiculously long hours at Seattle Grace Hospital, you know that's not always possible. These doctors will often take whatever closet, rest room, or hidden hallway they can find. If this is the case, why do these doctors seem so surprised? Everyone's doing it. This doctor doesn't see any reason to be so shocked and judgemental.
"Just when we think we figured things out, the universe throws us a curveball. So, we have to improvise. We find happiness in unexpected places. We find ourselves back to the things that matter the most. The universe is funny that way. Sometimes it just has a way of making sure we wind up exactly where we belong."
If there's anything the doctors have learned at Seattle Grace Hospital is that it's always a wise decision to have a Plan B. Or sometimes even a Plan C, because things can always change in an instant. Remembering where they come from is a sort of comfort for when these unexpected changes make them feel lost, but sometimes it's these exact changes that send them in the direction of where they truly belong. If there's one thing this doctor believes it's that everything happens for a reason.
"You never know the biggest day of your life is going to be the biggest. The days you think are going to be the big ones, they are never as big as you make them out to be in your head. It's the regular days, the ones that start out normal. Those are the days that end up being the biggest."
What can start out as a normal day at work can take a huge turn for the worst, but it can also turn into the best day ever. Sometimes a surgery fails, sometimes an intern falls in love. It's all part of life's greater plan, especially for this doctor. They definitely know how to make the best out of the little things in life, and they aren't afraid to stop looking for something wonderful to happen to them. When your daily life is filled with medical trauma and a world of unknown, this mentality can really get them through the day.
"If you love someone, you tell them. Even if you're scared that it's not the right thing. Even if you're scared that it'll cause problems. Even if you're scared that it will burn your life to the ground, you say it, and you say it loud and you go from there."
If there is one thing the doctors at Seattle Grace Hospital spent more time doing than saving lives, it was fulfilling their romantic lives. Hooking up, breaking up, and everything in-between was just as common as an appendectomy inside the hospital walls, but as much fun as these doctors were having, they definitely experience some hesitations with using the "L" word. No, we're not talking about laparoscopic procedures. Admitting they love someone was putting them at total risk of rejection, awkward surgery procedures, and lunch table isolation, but one doctor reminds them that it's totally worth it.
"No one likes to lose control, but as a surgeon there's nothing worse. It's a sign of weakness. Of not being up to the task. And still, there are times when it just gets away from you. When the world stops spinning and you realize that your shiny little scapel isn't going to save you. No matter how hard you fight it, you fall and its scary as hell. Except there's an upside to free falling... It's the chance you give your friends to catch you."
Losing control of a car? You'll probably get into an accident. Lose control of your dog? You'll probably have to chase the puppy down the street. Lose control of a surgery? You'll probably be the star of a very traumatic Grey's Anatomy episode. As much as doctors study, practice, and plan, there are always unknown variables that come with surgery. Considering how much control a surgeon has while in surgery, this can be a very scary thing. Luckily for this doctor, they've got some pretty supportive colleagues and friends even when all control seems to be lost.