Also known as: Brain cancer
Mr. Morrison has a terminal brain tumor. Keith struggles to tell him he's dying, and Dr. Cox attempts to get him into an experimental drug trial but is ultimately denied when Kelso gives the spot to a wealthy patient with the same condition.
Also known as: Brain cancer
A wealthy patient with the same brain tumor as Mr. Morrison. Dr. Kelso prioritizes him for the experimental drug trial over Mr. Morrison due to his financial donations, creating the episode's central ethical conflict.
Also known as: Hernia in groin
A patient with a hernia who gets a second opinion from Elliot's free clinic, causing tension when she suggests surgery may not be necessary, undermining Turk's recommendation.
Also known as: Rash
A homeless patient at Elliot's free clinic presenting with a rash that needs examination, illustrating the underserved population Elliot is treating.
Also known as: STD
A brief mention at the end of the episode about a patient with an STD who doesn't want his wife to find out, used to illustrate ongoing clinical work.