Dr. Izzie Stevens is a fictional character portrayed by Katherine Heigl in the TV series Grey's Anatomy.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled A Hard Day's Night (season 1), they were 26 years old.
They appear in 123 episodes out of a total of 430 aired so far and have accumulated 493487 positive votes.
The character of Dr. Izzie Stevens is mainly associated with Dr. Alex Karev, Dr. Meredith Grey and Dr. Cristina Yang.
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A Hard Day's Night
episode S1.E1 march 2005The first shift for new surgical interns Meredith, Cristina, Izzie, George, and Alex proves eventful and backbreaking.
The First Cut Is the Deepest
episode S1.E2 april 2005A rape victim is admitted, who managed to hold onto part of her attacker; Izzie has difficulty with a patient who cannot speak English; Meredith becomes concerned about a sick baby.
Winning a Battle, Losing the War
episode S1.E3 april 2005Izzie and Cristina are assigned a close-to-brain-dead John Doe who may be a viable candidate for organ donation, and helpful to George's patient, who needs a new liver. Meanwhile, Meredith and Alex butt heads over a patient of their own.
No Man's Land
episode S1.E4 april 2005Alex uses Izzie's modeling against her, and her last ad causes a patient to reject her care. Meredith finds parallels between a patient and her mother, and Christina must deal with a hospital-savvy patient.
Shake Your Groove Thing
episode S1.E5 april 2005Meredith worries she did something wrong during a heart bypass, an error in a past procedure is discovered, putting a staff member's conduct under scrutiny, while a party thrown by Izzie to introduce her boyfriend becomes a fiasco.
If Tomorrow Never Comes
episode S1.E6 may 2005A woman with a massive tumor is admitted, with all the surgeons required to scrub in. In their absence, Meredith is assigned a patient with Parkinson's and, because Alex's pager is not working, Izzie is left in charge of the floor herself.
The Self-Destruct Button
episode S1.E7 may 2005Izzie and George find out about Meredith and Derek, while Cristina makes a discovery of her own. George thinks an anesthesiologist is drinking on the job, and Meredith deals with a young girl who has had illegal surgery.
Save Me
episode S1.E8 may 2005Meredith wants to learn more about Derek, but he remains cagey. Meanwhile, a supposedly psychic patient proves bothersome, Alex must convince a young girl to agree to a life saving operation, and Cristina is conflicted about her pregnancy.
Who's Zoomin' Who?
episode S1.E9 may 2005George finally gets laid but gets syphilis. It's rampant among staff. Surgeon Webber is losing his sight. He wants Shepherd to operate secretly. A male patient has an ovary. A lifesaving autopsy's performed without consent.
Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head
episode S2.E1 september 2005Meredith, shattered by revelations, is forced to work with Addison, Joe collapses at the bar, Cristina has some pretty shattering news of her own, and Alex starts working on Izzie.
Enough Is Enough
episode S2.E2 october 2005A family is admitted after being involved in a car crash, but there is more to them than meets the eye. Meanwhile, Bailey and her team deal with a strange case, and relationship woes plague Meredith, Cristina and George.
Make Me Lose Control
episode S2.E3 october 2005Meredith is horrified when her mother is admitted, and everyone is concerned when Cristina collapses in the operating room. Meanwhile, Addison is determined to save a very sick baby.
Deny, Deny, Deny
episode S2.E4 october 2005Cristina is determined to get back to work, and despite not being fully recovered, she manages to crack an odd case. Meanwhile, Addison offers to help Bailey with a complicated surgery, and Alex receives important news.
Bring the Pain
episode S2.E5 october 2005A storm rages, causing power outages and jamming the elevator, trapping George and Alex inside with a vulnerable patient. Meanwhile, Meredith and Derek arrange a religious ritual for a young woman, and Cristina deals with an unusual case.
Into You Like a Train
episode S2.E6 october 2005A train wreck brings in multiple casualties, leaving Meredith hanging for her answer. Meanwhile, Alex finds working without his mojo a disheartening experience, and Cristina searches high and low for a missing appendage.
Something to Talk About
episode S2.E7 november 2005Derek reluctantly attends marriage counseling with Addison, while Meredith, Izzie and Cristina steal a patient with an unusual problem. Alex helps a young patient gain her independence, and Cristina thinks Bailey knows about her and Burke.
Let It Be
episode S2.E8 november 2005Friends of Derek and Addison come from New York for a preventative surgery that causes discord among both couples. Meanwhile, George helps a man who has fallen from a roof, and Bailey delivers news to the Chief.
Thanks for the Memories
episode S2.E9 november 2005Thanksgiving sends the occupants of Meredith's house in different directions: Meredith escapes to the hospital, George goes hunting with his family, and Izzie throws a dinner to which it appears no one is coming.
Much Too Much
episode S2.E10 november 2005Meredith's one night stand causes complications when he shows up at the hospital with an embarrassing problem. Meanwhile, Burke tries to push Cristina toward the next step, and Alex's problems affect his performance.
Owner of a Lonely Heart
episode S2.E11 december 2005The mother of the quints blames herself. Meanwhile, Izzy becomes attached to her patient, Karev must face the consequences of his actions, and Cristina takes care of an inmate desperate to stay at the hospital.
Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer
episode S2.E12 december 2005Christmas hits Seattle, with Izzie caring for a man who fell from his roof while hanging decorations. Meanwhile, Cristina helps perform a heart transplant on a depressed boy, and George has to contend with the family from Hell.
Begin the Begin
episode S2.E13 january 2006Izzie becomes attracted to a male patient with a heart condition, and George treats Bex, an intersex patient. Meanwhile, Meredith's mother receives a visitor, and Derek and Addison's relationship is still rocky.
Tell Me Sweet Little Lies
episode S2.E14 january 2006Meredith must choose between her dog and her roommates. Meanwhile, George deals with an elderly patient who has outstayed her welcome, Bailey's pregnancy has complications, Alex gets his exam results, and Richard has a strike on his hands.
Break on Through
episode S2.E15 january 2006The nurses are striking, and George refuses to cross the picket line. The interns are surprised by Bailey's seemingly immature replacement, Izzie connects with a pregnant girl, and an elderly woman's plight pushes Meredith to the limit.
It's the End of the World
episode S2.E16 february 2006The lives of everyone in the OR are threatened when a patient enters with a bomb inside him, and a young paramedic with her arm inside the cavity is the only thing keeping it from going off.
As We Know It
episode S2.E17 february 2006While the man with the bomb lodged in his chest remains in Burke's OR with Meredith's hand in the cavity, Bailey's injured husband remains in Derek's. Meanwhile, Bailey's distress puts her unborn baby at risk.
Yesterday
episode S2.E18 february 2006Derek and Addison are shaken by the arrival of a figure from their past. Meanwhile, Burke learns Cristina's secret, Izzie deals with a very unusual case, Meredith delves into her family's dirty laundry, and George pours his heart out.
What Have I Done to Deserve This?
episode S2.E19 february 2006Meredith and George face the consequences of their actions, Izzie gets closer to Denny, who has been readmitted, and Addison asks for Bailey's help with an embarrassing ailment.
Band-Aid Covers the Bullet Hole
episode S2.E20 march 2006Cristina babysits for Bailey and does not take to it well at all. Meanwhile, Addison and Derek come to terms with their relationship, George connects with Callie, and Denny continues to come between Alex and Izzie.
Superstition
episode S2.E21 march 2006Superstition strikes, with the interns convinced a series of deaths will occur. A complication from the LVAD surgery puts Denny in the OR, Cristina plans to make George move out, and Richard's old AA sponsor is admitted for treatment.
The Name of the Game
episode S2.E22 april 2006Cristina is desperate for George to move out of the apartment, while Izzie is jealous of Callie's relationship with him. Meanwhile, Cristina and Richard are rivals in a surgery seminar, and Meredith discovers a secret about her father.
Blues for Sister Someone
episode S2.E23 april 2006Meredith considers going on a date with Finn, and Izzie tries to find out more about George and Callie. Meanwhile, Alex clashes with Addison over a sensitive case, and Burke is nervous about operating on a patient who is one of his heroes.
Damage Case
episode S2.E24 may 2006The victims of a serious car accident are admitted, with every surgeon required to help. Meanwhile, Callie's forwardness grates on Izzie, Addison makes Alex suffer, and Derek takes his frustration out on Meredith.
17 Seconds
episode S2.E25 may 2006The victims of a workplace shooting are admitted. Izzie puts her job on the line to ensure Denny gets a new heart, Callie makes an effort with Meredith, and Addison is suspicious of Derek.
Deterioration of the Fight or Flight Response
episode S2.E26 may 2006Burke is admitted as a patient, along with Richard's niece. Izzie and the others fight to keep Denny alive, while Alex tries to secure the donor heart for him.
Losing My Religion
episode S2.E27 may 2006Richard is determined to discover the guilty party, and punishes the interns by making them arrange a prom for his niece. Meanwhile, Callie presses George about his feelings, and Derek and Meredith have to make a decision about Doc.
Time Has Come Today
episode S3.E1 september 2006Everyone reminisces about the past. Meanwhile, Izzie is emotionally devastated, with the others trying to help her, Adele gives Richard an ultimatum, and George and Derek are put in quarantine when an outbreak of the plague is suspected.
I Am a Tree
episode S3.E2 september 2006Izzie copes with her grief by baking furiously, and George has to deal with an obstinate patient. Meanwhile, Meredith must choose between Derek and Finn, Addison drowns her sorrows in alcohol, and Cristina meets Burke's difficult mother.
Sometimes a Fantasy
episode S3.E3 october 2006Izzie returns to the hospital, but finds it difficult to go inside, and George is tired of Callie's presence at home. Meanwhile, Addison cannot seem to get rid of Mark, and Cristina tries to cope with caring for Burke.
What I Am
episode S3.E4 october 2006Meredith becomes a patient, and Derek and Addison are equally angry at Richard for allowing Mark to join the staff. Meanwhile, Izzie receives a visit from Denny's father, and Burke is plagued by doubt over his ability to return to surgery.
Oh, the Guilt
episode S3.E5 october 2006Guilt causes different actions in everyone, the interns are allowed to attend an M&M meeting, and Derek and Addison finalize things.
Let the Angels Commit
episode S3.E6 november 2006Izzie returns to the hospital under probation, and George tries to make amends with Callie. Meanwhile, Cristina's deletion of Bailey's name on Burke's OR board makes her assume he is against her, and Derek's irritating sister Nancy visits.
Where the Boys Are
episode S3.E7 november 2006Derek, George, Alex, Burke, Richard, Joe and Walter go on a camping trip. Meanwhile, Meredith assists Mark with gender reassignment surgery, Izzie avoids discussing her grief, Addison works with Callie, and Cristina feels Bailey's wrath.
Staring at the Sun
episode S3.E8 november 2006George must deal with his family's presence when his father is admitted. Meanwhile, Burke's secret is almost out, Alex tries to get close to Izzie again, and Richard comes to a decision about his marriage.
From a Whisper to a Scream
episode S3.E9 november 2006A traumatic car accident fills the ER. Cristina has a crisis of conscience about her deceptive teamwork with Burke, Izzie pushes the boundaries of her probation, and Callie tries to explain herself to George.
Don't Stand So Close to Me
episode S3.E10 november 2006Bailey is adamant that Burke and Cristina should be punished, Derek doubts his abilities, Izzie tries to take a stand against Mark's patronizing behavior, and Meredith deals with family in two very different ways.
Six Days: Part 1
episode S3.E11 january 2007As George's father's surgery approaches, he begins to realize how serious his condition is. Meanwhile, Izzie has to prove to Bailey that she is ready to scrub in on a surgery, and Meredith keeps running into her father.
Six Days: Part 2
episode S3.E12 january 2007George's father's surgery has left him very weak, Izzie's act of generosity backfires on her, Cristina and Burke continue their war of silence, and Meredith reaches out to her father.
Great Expectations
episode S3.E13 january 2007George deals with his grief, Cristina and Burke continue to ignore each other, Addison avoids Alex, and Izzie decides to help Bailey with a project. Meanwhile, Richard makes a decision which sends all the attendings scrambling.
Wishin' and Hopin'
episode S3.E14 february 2007A toxic patient wreaks havoc. Meanwhile, Bailey opens the free clinic, but the lack of patients makes Izzie question her investment. Meredith's mother is admitted again, and Cristina makes Burke wait for an answer.
Walk on Water
episode S3.E15 february 2007The interns each react differently to a mass-casualty incident. Meanwhile, George crosses the professional line with Callie, Cristina asks Burke to keep quiet about their engagement, and Richard dons a new hairstyle.
Drowning on Dry Land
episode S3.E16 february 2007Izzie fights to save her patient's life, George searches for the son of his patient, and Alex has to contend with the relatives of victims. Meanwhile, Meredith is unconscious underwater, with Derek her only hope.
Some Kind of Miracle
episode S3.E17 february 2007An unconscious Meredith interacts with some ghosts from her past while Richard, Burke and Bailey devise an unusual method of reviving her. A despondent Cristina leaves during her shift, and Derek speaks his mind to Meredith's mother.
Scars and Souvenirs
episode S3.E18 march 2007A Korean war veteran with a bullet lodged in his shoulder is admitted. Meanwhile, tensions escalate between Izzie and George, Callie reveals a big secret, Cristina contends with an old flame, and Alex continues to work with the Jane Doe.
My Favorite Mistake
episode S3.E19 march 2007The attendings face their board interviews. Meanwhile, Izzie seems to be the only one who remembers the night before, Derek is overly protective of Meredith when Mark offers her a surgery, and Callie's father pays a visit.
Time After Time
episode S3.E20 april 2007Meredith deals with her over protective stepmother, Cristina is caught between Burke and Marlow, and Derek fights to become Chief. Meanwhile, Alex continues the search for Jane Doe's identity, and Izzie's past comes back to haunt her.
Desire
episode S3.E21 april 2007The Chairman of Seattle Grace's board of directors is admitted, and the attendings vie for his favor, while the interns study for exams. Izzy and George are reminded of their infidelity, and Burke presses Cristina about wedding plans.
The Other Side of This Life, Part 1
episode S3.E22 may 2007Addison heads for warmer climate to figure things out, Meredith's stepmother visits the clinic, Cristina's perfect wedding is challenged when she and Burke's mothers visit, and Izzie tries to talk to George.
The Other Side of This Life, Part 2
episode S3.E23 may 2007Addison is pulled into the case of a high-risk surrogate mother, Meredith's stepmother develops a complication, Izzie struggles with George's decision, and Ava has surgery which may restore her memory.
Testing 1-2-3
episode S3.E24 may 2007The interns face their first year medical exams. With the interns busy, the attendings must do their own legwork, Burke appoints a new best man, Cristina writes her vows, and Callie grows suspicious of George and Izzie.
Didn't We Almost Have It All?
episode S3.E25 may 2007The wedding day arrives. Richard chooses the new Chief and Chief Resident, the interns receive their exam results, Callie drops a bombshell on George while Izzie pours her heart out to him, and Burke makes an important decision.
A Change Is Gonna Come
episode S4.E1 september 2007The interns, now residents, deal with their own crops of interns. Callie struggles with her new position, and Burke makes a decision.
Love/Addiction
episode S4.E2 october 2007Lexie persists in trying to get to know Meredith, and Mama Burke descends once more.
Let the Truth Sting
episode S4.E3 october 2007Callie hides in her office, frustrating Bailey who's itching to teach someone. Elsewhere, age becomes the theme as Izzie tries to convince 'Really Old Guy' he shouldn't die, Webber and Sloan set out to prove they're not too old to learn a new technique, and Karev is saddled with an intern who's past his prime.
The Heart of the Matter
episode S4.E4 october 2007Meredith and her intern lose a patient after they give her the wrong diagnosis, Callie confronts Izzie, and McDreamy bonds with the other Grey.
Haunt You Every Day
episode S4.E5 october 2007Meredith feels she's being haunted by her Mother's ashes, and Cristina is denied a surgery for a surprising reason.
Kung Fu Fighting
episode S4.E6 november 2007A man survives a parachute accident without serious injury, two women refuse treatment because of a wedding contest, and Cristina and Izzie jockey for inclusion in Hahn's surgeries.
Physical Attraction... Chemical Reaction
episode S4.E7 november 2007Hahn bans Cristina from her service, Bailey covers more and more of Torres' duties, and Izzie and George go to extreme lengths to recapture the magic of their first encounter.
Forever Young
episode S4.E8 november 2007Bailey crosses the line when the guy she had a crush on in high school shows up in the ER during an onslaught of high school students involved in a bus crash. The Grey sisters run and hide when their father shows up drunk, while Derek tries to get back into the dating scene with another doctor and Cristina tries her best to get back into Hahn's good graces.
Crash Into Me: Part 1
episode S4.E9 november 2007An accident in the ER bay leaves two paramedics fighting for their lives, and a third who refuses Bailey's care. Meanwhile, Alex juggles two women, and Lexie begins to bond with a patient.
Crash Into Me: Part 2
episode S4.E10 december 2007Tragedy abounds for everyone at Seattle Grace as they all continue in efforts to get the paramedic out of the overturned ambulance, stop the bleeding of a man who won't quit, and a bigot with a Nazi tattoo on his stomach. On the personal side, Rebecca returns to spend time with Alex, Miranda's husband finds it harder to wait for her while she's in surgery, and Cristina still tries to get on Hahn's good side, even though Bailey has put her elsewhere.
Lay Your Hands on Me
episode S4.E11 january 2008Bailey's son comes to the ER, Derek takes a housing step that puts pressure on Meredith, Izzie has a crisis of faith, and Cristina's choice may change her course with Hahn.
Where the Wild Things Are
episode S4.E12 april 2008The judgment of the residents is skewed by a competition, Meredith tries therapy and a bear attack may be more than it appears.
Piece of My Heart
episode S4.E13 may 2008Addison is not prepared for all the changes that greet her upon her return to Seattle Grace for a specialized surgery, Meredith and Derek begin their clinical trial, Izzie feels left out, and Karev is confronted with an unexpected announcement.
The Becoming
episode S4.E14 may 2008The new clinical trial patient has a secret, Yang is dealt a blow from a distance by Burke, the nurses refuse to work with Sloan, and Meredith's therapist tells her some home truths.
Losing My Mind
episode S4.E15 may 2008Cristina is still in her slump and turning mean, Izzie finally confronts Ava/Rebecca, and Meredith's anger with her therapist is challenged by a patient with a Cinderella story.
Freedom: Part 1
episode S4.E16 may 2008A surgical team battles the clock as they try to save a boy encased in cement, Karev's situation with an ever-disintegrating Ava brings back painful memories that interfere with his judgment, Derek and Meredith have one last chance at their clinical trial.
Freedom: Part 2
episode S4.E17 may 2008Meredith and Derek are at odds over whether or not to continue with their 13th clinical trial patient and the doctors lift the final critical pieces of cement from the young boy's body. Meanwhile, Alex rushes Ava into the hospital and is forced to confront the reality of her condition.
Dream a Little Dream of Me: Part 1
episode S5.E1 september 2008Meredith and Derek find that "happily ever after" isn't as easy as they hoped, Cristina finds interest in a military doctor, and the Chief is surprised to hear that Seattle Grace is no longer ranked as a top-tier teaching hospital.
Dream a Little Dream of Me: Part 2
episode S5.E2 september 2008As a group of best friends deal with the aftermath of their car crash, Dr. Torres takes the lead on a groundbreaking course of treatment for one of the patients. Meanwhile, Major Hunt starts to irritate other attendings with his presence in the hospital.
Here Comes the Flood
episode S5.E3 october 2008There is a huge problem affecting the whole hospital including patients too. Richard is trying to do his best to solve the problem.
Brave New World
episode S5.E4 october 2008Callie worries over her first real date with Erica. Cristina stumbles upon a neglected area of the hospital.
There's No 'I' in Team
episode S5.E5 october 2008Bailey's dream of a domino surgery crumbles when one of the donors learns of her husband's affair. Meredith is insulted when she gets no credit for the procedure she and Derek worked on together.
Life During Wartime
episode S5.E6 october 2008The new trauma surgeon shocks everyone with his methods, Bailey is asked to save a girl with an inoperable tumor, and Callie's not sure what she wants.
Rise Up
episode S5.E7 november 2008The residents and interns squabbling over procedures upsets Dr. Hunt, Erica discovers what happened to the heart she lost, and Derek asks Sloan to break out the McSteamy to distract Yang.
These Ties That Bind
episode S5.E8 november 2008Izzie wrestles with her ghost, Torres uses a ground-breaking procedure to get her mind off of Hahn, and the interns continue teaching themselves spurred on by a new cohort.
In the Midnight Hour
episode S5.E9 november 2008Sadie manipulates the interns into performing a procedure that goes horribly wrong, Izzie's ghost refuses to leave, and Mark bonds with a girl who's taken responsibility for her sleep-walking father.
All by Myself
episode S5.E10 december 2008The residents make their cases for the solo surgery, Sadie chafes at her restrictions, and Sloan battles his desires.
Wish You Were Here
episode S5.E11 january 2009Derek has trouble with objectivity concerning his death row patient, Cristina and Meredith continue their feud, Izzie confides her problem to Alex, and the Chief faces what's become of his life's work.
Sympathy for the Devil
episode S5.E12 january 2009Derek's mother visits, the death row patient starts angling for death in the hospital, Izzie craves more in her relationships, and Jackson's need for organs becomes critical.
Stairway to Heaven
episode S5.E13 january 2009Meredith and Miranda each cross a line, William Dunn regrets his decision and Izzie finally confronts what Denny's appearance means.
Beat Your Heart Out
episode S5.E14 february 2009Cristina carries on an intense flirtation with Owen, Derek gets advice from everyone on how to propose, Izzie gets some tests done, and Bailey's promotion may stand in the way of a new career possibility.
Before and After
episode S5.E15 february 2009Owen runs into someone very special from his past. Izzie employs her fellow doctors in a medical game made to help teach the interns. Naomi, Sam and Addison rush Archer to Seattle Grace and meet with Derek and Mark to save his life.
An Honest Mistake
episode S5.E16 february 2009Addison and Derek differ on the treatment plan for their patient, Cristina discovers malpractice in high places, Izzie gets bad news, and Mark spectacularly mistimes his confession.
I Will Follow You Into the Dark
episode S5.E17 march 2009Derek's malpractice deposition reveals an unhappy statistic, the interns finally diagnose 'Patient X', Karev stands up to two attendings to save a band geek, and when Webber shuts Miranda out completely she makes a call.
Stand by Me
episode S5.E18 march 2009Sloane's facial transplant fades to the background as the interns begin squabbling, Bailey's attempts to reach Derek unexpectedly clear surgeons from the hospital, and Cristina juggles her first solo surgery with treating a resistant Izzie.
Elevator Love Letter
episode S5.E19 march 2009Owen's PTSD endangers Cristina, Izzie's illness leaves the residents dealing with guilt and anger - at her expense, and Derek's fear causes him to persevere for Meredith's answer.
Sweet Surrender
episode S5.E20 april 2009Izzie bites off more than she can chew on her first day of chemotherapy, Mark and Derek are forced to work on the same patient, Meredith's plans for a simple wedding take a turn, and Karev finds himself split between worry over Izzie and excelling as a resident.
No Good at Saying Sorry (One More Chance)
episode S5.E21 april 2009Izzie's mother comes to town, a little girl shoots her father triggering a conflict between Meredith and the chief, Thatcher reappears, and Callie gets her first taste of life without her trust fund.
What a Difference a Day Makes
episode S5.E22 may 2009A car crash involving students going to their college graduation takes its toll on the residents in the ER, Derek's wedding gift is uniquely suited for Meredith - even if the oversight is not. Meanwhile, Denny's return has Derek and Bailey searching for the cause, and the results will change the outcome of the day.
Here's to Future Days
episode S5.E23 may 2009Izzie is torn over whether to have Derek's proposed brain surgery. A soldier on medical leave asks for a radical operation so he can return to active duty. The Chief tries to lure Bailey back to general surgery with a new toy, and Mark shifts into high gear with major life changes.
Now or Never
episode S5.E24 may 2009Izzie's memory problems panic Alex, the team takes care of a John Doe who was hit by a bus, Bailey rethinks her pediatrics fellowship, and the hospital endures losses.
Good Mourning
episode S6.E1 september 2009Covering days one through 13, everyone at Seattle Grace fights to save Izzie and George's lives and then deals with the aftermath. Elsewhere, Hunt treats a double amputation, and Arizona has a teen with painful growth spurts.
Goodbye
episode S6.E2 september 2009During days 20 through 40 the staff continues toward acceptance. Meanwhile, Arizona takes a manipulative step to diagnose her pain patient and Hunt's amputee patient sinks into a deep depression.
I Always Feel Like Somebody's Watchin' Me
episode S6.E3 october 2009As hospital personnel jockey for notice to keep from being fired, Izzie returns to surgery early and Bailey's triple aneurysm patient refuses her procedure because of her schizophrenic son.
Tainted Obligation
episode S6.E4 october 2009Thatcher is hospitalized with liver failure, and Meredith fights anger and guilt while deciding her responsibility. Sloan treats an octogenarian who wants an implant. Izzie's interference in Hunt's cancer case may have deadly consequences.
Invasion
episode S6.E5 october 2009As Mercy West merges with Seattle Grace, battle lines are drawn between the two hospital's residents over the patients.
I Saw What I Saw
episode S6.E6 october 2009After a burn victim unexpectedly dies in the midst of a chaotic ER, the Chief and board member Jennings interrogate the residents to find the culprit, as all the Mercy West and Seattle Grace residents defend their actions in an effort to save their jobs.
Give Peace a Chance
episode S6.E7 october 2009When Isaac, the hospital lab tech, has an inoperable tumor wrapped around his spine, he turns to Dr. Derek Shepherd to do the impossible, and Derek tests the Chief's authority when Richard objects to moving forward with the risky surgery.
Invest in Love
episode S6.E8 november 2009A generous donation is offered to Seattle Grace by the parents of Arizona's 10-year-old patient. When his condition worsens, however, she finds herself with a conflict of interest. Meanwhile, Cristina tests her boundaries with Owen at the hospital and, adding insult to injury, Alex is left with all of Izzie's hospital bills to contend with.
New History
episode S6.E9 november 2009When Owen recruits his fellow Iraqi War vet, Dr. Teddy Altman, as the new cardiothoracic surgeon, Cristina questions Teddy's abilities in the OR and the nature of their past relationship. Meanwhile Izzie returns to Seattle Grace with her high school mentor seeking treatment for his dementia, and the stress of Richard's responsibilities, post-merger, are taking their toll.
Holidaze
episode S6.E10 november 2009As Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's pass, Miranda is visited by her father, William, who disapproves of her choices in life; meanwhile, Mark and Lexie must cope with the shocking arrival of a woman from his past, and Thatcher Grey questions the Chief's recent behavior as Meredith comes to his defense.
Blink
episode S6.E11 january 2010Mark flies Addison to Seattle to help with a difficult procedure on his pregnant daughter, Sloan. Owen questions Teddy's motives when she assigns Cristina the lead on a complicated surgery, and Derek's suspicions are raised when the Chief recruits Meredith to assist with a high profile operation.
I Like You So Much Better When You're Naked
episode S6.E12 january 2010After learning of Richard's drinking problem, Derek confronts him for the sake of his friend and the hospital, Izzie returns, hoping to reconcile with Alex, and tensions run high between Teddy, Cristina and Owen in the aftermath of Cristina's startling confession.
State of Love and Trust
episode S6.E13 february 2010An intra-operative crisis casts a shadow over Derek's first day as interim chief, Owen's influence worries Cristina, Karev's first pediatric surgery case turns out to be more than babysitting and Webber resents the decision he must make.
Valentine's Day Massacre
episode S6.E14 february 2010It's Valentine's Day and the doctors must treat dozens of injured people after the roof collapses at a popular romantic restaurant; Derek tries to manage his busy schedule as Chief of Surgery; Meredith wrestles with her new duties as the Chief's wife; and Mark and Callie team up to convince Sloane to do the right thing for her baby.
The Time Warp
episode S6.E15 february 2010In his new role as Chief, Derek restores the hospital lecture series, and several attendings present to the group pivotal surgical cases from their pasts: Bailey reflects on how shy she was as an intern until getting advice from Webber, Callie looks back on a polio case, and Richard recalls a case in which he and Ellis worked on a patient diagnosed with AIDS, known in 1982 as GRID.
Perfect Little Accident
episode S6.E16 march 2010When Avery's grandfather comes to the ER, Webber's wish for a stress-free first day back is lost after the surgeon requests an awake surgery. Elsewhere, Cristina and Teddy attempt a hand-me-down lung transplant for a cancer survivor.
Push
episode S6.E17 march 2010A patient who needs an extremely difficult surgery comes to Seattle Grace, and it's Richard and Owen who vie for the opportunity to tackle it. But the decision lies in the hands of Derek, who deems that Owen should take on the surgery, leaving Richard bitter. Meanwhile, Bailey deals with her own personal struggles when she nervously prepares for another date with Ben.
Suicide Is Painless
episode S6.E18 march 2010When Teddy's patient seeks to end treatment and her life, she turns to Hunt for help. The situation triggers Hunt's memories of his life at war and his past relationship with Teddy. Meanwhile, Callie and Arizona have a difference in opinion on what their future holds, and Richard tries to adjust to his role as a surgeon.
Flight
episode S8.E24 may 2012As Meredith, Cristina, Derek, Mark, Lexie, and Arizona face the aftermath of their accident, the doctors back at the hospital face the future that seems to be taking them all in different directions.
My Shot
episode S16.E8 november 2019Meredith faces the medical board as her future as a doctor remains uncertain, and she's forced to reckon with her past in some challenging ways. Meanwhile, the interns are put to the test as they are each vying to be the most successful on their respective cases in the absence of some of the attendings.
Leave a Light On
episode S16.E16 march 2020Bailey and Ben face a huge, life-altering decision, while Meredith and several of the doctors reflect on the past.
- A Hard Day's Night
- The First Cut Is the Deepest
- Winning a Battle, Losing the War
- No Man's Land
- Shake Your Groove Thing
- If Tomorrow Never Comes
- The Self-Destruct Button
- Save Me
- Who's Zoomin' Who?
- Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head
- Enough Is Enough
- Make Me Lose Control
- Deny, Deny, Deny
- Bring the Pain
- Into You Like a Train
- Something to Talk About
- Let It Be
- Thanks for the Memories
- Much Too Much
- Owner of a Lonely Heart
- Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer
- Begin the Begin
- Tell Me Sweet Little Lies
- Break on Through
- It's the End of the World
- As We Know It
- Yesterday
- What Have I Done to Deserve This?
- Band-Aid Covers the Bullet Hole
- Superstition
- The Name of the Game
- Blues for Sister Someone
- Damage Case
- 17 Seconds
- Deterioration of the Fight or Flight Response
- Losing My Religion
- Time Has Come Today
- I Am a Tree
- Sometimes a Fantasy
- What I Am
- Oh, the Guilt
- Let the Angels Commit
- Where the Boys Are
- Staring at the Sun
- From a Whisper to a Scream
- Don't Stand So Close to Me
- Six Days: Part 1
- Six Days: Part 2
- Great Expectations
- Wishin' and Hopin'
- Walk on Water
- Drowning on Dry Land
- Some Kind of Miracle
- Scars and Souvenirs
- My Favorite Mistake
- Time After Time
- Desire
- The Other Side of This Life, Part 1
- The Other Side of This Life, Part 2
- Testing 1-2-3
- Didn't We Almost Have It All?
- A Change Is Gonna Come
- Love/Addiction
- Let the Truth Sting
- The Heart of the Matter
- Haunt You Every Day
- Kung Fu Fighting
- Physical Attraction... Chemical Reaction
- Forever Young
- Crash Into Me: Part 1
- Crash Into Me: Part 2
- Lay Your Hands on Me
- Where the Wild Things Are
- Piece of My Heart
- The Becoming
- Losing My Mind
- Freedom: Part 1
- Freedom: Part 2
- Dream a Little Dream of Me: Part 1
- Dream a Little Dream of Me: Part 2
- Here Comes the Flood
- Brave New World
- There's No 'I' in Team
- Life During Wartime
- Rise Up
- These Ties That Bind
- In the Midnight Hour
- All by Myself
- Wish You Were Here
- Sympathy for the Devil
- Stairway to Heaven
- Beat Your Heart Out
- Before and After
- An Honest Mistake
- I Will Follow You Into the Dark
- Stand by Me
- Elevator Love Letter
- Sweet Surrender
- No Good at Saying Sorry (One More Chance)
- What a Difference a Day Makes
- Here's to Future Days
- Now or Never
- Good Mourning
- Goodbye
- I Always Feel Like Somebody's Watchin' Me
- Tainted Obligation
- Invasion
- I Saw What I Saw
- Give Peace a Chance
- Invest in Love
- New History
- Holidaze
- Blink
- I Like You So Much Better When You're Naked
- State of Love and Trust
- Valentine's Day Massacre
- The Time Warp
- Perfect Little Accident
- Push
- Suicide Is Painless
- Flight
- My Shot
- Leave a Light On
Best moments10
- A car crash involving students going to their college graduation takes its toll on the residents in the ER, Derek's wedding gift is uniquely suited for Meredith - even if the oversight is not. Meanwhile, Denny's return has Derek and Bailey searching for the cause, and the results will change the outcome of the day.
- Derek's malpractice deposition reveals an unhappy statistic, the interns finally diagnose 'Patient X', Karev stands up to two attendings to save a band geek, and when Webber shuts Miranda out completely she makes a call.
- Izzie is torn over whether to have Derek's proposed brain surgery. A soldier on medical leave asks for a radical operation so he can return to active duty. The Chief tries to lure Bailey back to general surgery with a new toy, and Mark shifts into high gear with major life changes.
- A woman with a massive tumor is admitted, with all the surgeons required to scrub in. In their absence, Meredith is assigned a patient with Parkinson's and, because Alex's pager is not working, Izzie is left in charge of the floor herself.
- Meredith's one night stand causes complications when he shows up at the hospital with an embarrassing problem. Meanwhile, Burke tries to push Cristina toward the next step, and Alex's problems affect his performance.
- The mother of the quints blames herself. Meanwhile, Izzy becomes attached to her patient, Karev must face the consequences of his actions, and Cristina takes care of an inmate desperate to stay at the hospital.
- Izzie's mother comes to town, a little girl shoots her father triggering a conflict between Meredith and the chief, Thatcher reappears, and Callie gets her first taste of life without her trust fund.
- Meredith wants to learn more about Derek, but he remains cagey. Meanwhile, a supposedly psychic patient proves bothersome, Alex must convince a young girl to agree to a life saving operation, and Cristina is conflicted about her pregnancy.
- The nurses are striking, and George refuses to cross the picket line. The interns are surprised by Bailey's seemingly immature replacement, Izzie connects with a pregnant girl, and an elderly woman's plight pushes Meredith to the limit.
- The residents and interns squabbling over procedures upsets Dr. Hunt, Erica discovers what happened to the heart she lost, and Derek asks Sloan to break out the McSteamy to distract Yang.
- What a Difference a Day Makes
- I Will Follow You Into the Dark
- Here's to Future Days
- If Tomorrow Never Comes
- Much Too Much
- Owner of a Lonely Heart
- No Good at Saying Sorry (One More Chance)
- Save Me
- Break on Through
- Rise Up