Also known as: Pancreatic tumor
Greg Treize, a lightning strike victim, is incidentally found to have pancreatic cancer during CT imaging. The tumor requires surgical removal, which is performed in secret defiance of hospital administration's policy against elective surgeries. The surgery successfully removes all cancer with clear margins.
Also known as: Struck by lightning
Greg Treize is struck by lightning while hailing a cab, resulting in loss of consciousness and severe burns to his left foot and hand. This injury leads to the CT scan that discovers his pancreatic cancer.
Dr. Bloom experiences stabbing pain and vaginal spotting during her pregnancy, raising concerns about possible premature labor. She undergoes evaluation with testing for cervical changes and receives magnesium treatment. Both she and the fetus are stabilized.
Also known as: Shared delusion
An inpatient in the psychiatric ward genuinely believes he is Santa Claus and is part of Dr. Frome's vocational therapy program. His condition represents the broader theme of mental health patients seeking employment and dignity.