Also known as: Terminal cancer
Max undergoes chemotherapy (cisplatin infusion) while continuing to work. He experiences significant side effects including fatigue, swollen feet, and general weakness by day two of treatment. This is a recurring element of his character arc as he tries to balance cancer treatment with running the hospital.
Also known as: Shared delusion
Tony experiences recurring delusions of being attacked by a wolf that never goes away. He has tried multiple treatments including Ativan, Paxil, Klonopin, cognitive behavioral therapy, hypnosis, and ECT without success. Iggy arranges for deep brain stimulation surgery and ultimately recommends placement in an agricultural co-op that accepts him as he is rather than trying to fix him.
Also known as: Heroin addiction
Lauren flushes her pills and attempts to go cold turkey from her addiction. She experiences significant withdrawal symptoms including migraines, nausea, and hallucinations. By the end of the episode, she appears to be in severe withdrawal and nearly vomits.
Andy is a frequent flyer who has visited New Amsterdam over 100 times, costing $1.4 million this year. His multiple medical issues stem from chronic homelessness, including foot ulcers requiring three surgeries, falls, malnutrition, and cardiac issues. Max addresses the root cause by providing him with permanent housing rather than continuing to treat symptoms.
Also known as: PTSD
Andy suffers from PTSD and depression stemming from an abusive childhood, which contributes to his alcoholism and multiple detox stays. This psychological component compounds his medical issues related to homelessness.
Andy has had over 30 visits and three surgeries for a chronic foot ulcer that won't heal because he can't keep his foot elevated while living on the streets. Bandages fall off and antibiotic creams get lost.