1 00:00:14,931 --> 00:00:16,307 -Hope you don't mind feet. 2 00:00:16,433 --> 00:00:19,185 My toes swell up like crazy at night. 3 00:00:19,310 --> 00:00:20,603 Want an edible? 4 00:00:20,729 --> 00:00:22,605 -Uh, no. I'm good. Thank you, though. 5 00:00:22,647 --> 00:00:26,735 I'm sorry. So you're, like, friends with my dad? 6 00:00:26,818 --> 00:00:28,403 -I wouldn't exactly say friends. 7 00:00:28,486 --> 00:00:30,071 I live in the unit upstairs. 8 00:00:30,113 --> 00:00:31,781 Your dad and I have, like, an arrangement. 9 00:00:31,865 --> 00:00:33,116 -An arrangement? 10 00:00:33,199 --> 00:00:34,784 -Gross. It's not sexual or anything. 11 00:00:34,909 --> 00:00:36,578 -Oh, I wasn't thinking it was. What? 12 00:00:36,661 --> 00:00:38,997 -I water his plants while he's away. 13 00:00:39,998 --> 00:00:41,166 -Away where? 14 00:00:41,207 --> 00:00:43,460 -I take it you two aren't close? 15 00:00:43,543 --> 00:00:45,420 -Not since I was a kid. 16 00:00:47,672 --> 00:00:50,800 When you saw him last, did he look sick? 17 00:00:50,842 --> 00:00:52,427 -Seemed fine to me. 18 00:00:53,887 --> 00:00:55,388 -On second thought... 19 00:00:59,351 --> 00:01:02,103 -Settle in. This stuff hits quick. 20 00:01:13,323 --> 00:01:16,284 [ Country music playing ] 21 00:01:16,326 --> 00:01:18,620 [ Cows mooing, indistinct conversations ] 22 00:01:30,840 --> 00:01:33,385 [ Camera shutter clicking ] 23 00:01:41,768 --> 00:01:44,479 [ Bull roaring ] 24 00:01:44,604 --> 00:01:48,108 [ Camera shutter continues clicking ] 25 00:01:48,149 --> 00:01:51,069 [ Indistinct conversations fading ] 26 00:01:51,152 --> 00:01:53,613 [ Distorted, slow motion bull grunting ] 27 00:02:11,715 --> 00:02:13,925 -I know that this past week has been difficult 28 00:02:13,967 --> 00:02:16,052 without Doctors Nash and Marcus, 29 00:02:16,136 --> 00:02:19,222 but like the brain, we have the capacity to adapt, 30 00:02:19,305 --> 00:02:22,434 and adaptation requires cooperation. 31 00:02:22,475 --> 00:02:24,269 That said, I know it's obvious 32 00:02:24,352 --> 00:02:26,896 that there has been tension between Dr. Porter and me. 33 00:02:26,980 --> 00:02:29,065 That is why I want it to be known 34 00:02:29,149 --> 00:02:31,192 that I am the doctor who treated his mother. 35 00:02:31,317 --> 00:02:34,821 The gala speech that Dr. Porter gave was about me. 36 00:02:34,946 --> 00:02:36,364 -I-I'm sorry. 37 00:02:36,448 --> 00:02:41,244 Charlie, so, you came here for, like, what? 38 00:02:41,327 --> 00:02:42,454 Revenge? 39 00:02:42,620 --> 00:02:44,039 -I came here to be a good doctor. 40 00:02:44,122 --> 00:02:47,667 -Okay. Um... -[ Phones chiming ] 41 00:02:47,709 --> 00:02:51,212 -They're calling a code. We have to go. 42 00:02:55,467 --> 00:02:58,762 -Smart move, taking away my leverage. 43 00:02:58,845 --> 00:03:01,681 -This isn't a game, Dr. Porter. 44 00:03:01,806 --> 00:03:03,725 I am not your enemy. 45 00:03:03,850 --> 00:03:05,727 H-How did you find that apartment? 46 00:03:05,810 --> 00:03:07,896 -You can pay enough for anything. 47 00:03:07,979 --> 00:03:10,023 -The only thing that tops your curiosity about my life, 48 00:03:10,106 --> 00:03:13,693 Dr. Porter, seems to be the fragility of your own. 49 00:03:13,777 --> 00:03:15,695 You can go. 50 00:03:20,492 --> 00:03:22,452 -Okay. I finished setting up your dating profile. 51 00:03:22,535 --> 00:03:24,746 All I need is a picture. 52 00:03:24,829 --> 00:03:27,499 -Ugh. Can't this wait? I have a patient. 53 00:03:27,540 --> 00:03:29,000 -I see what you're doing. 54 00:03:29,084 --> 00:03:30,960 Is this about the Thorne thing at the gallery? 55 00:03:31,044 --> 00:03:32,671 -What thing? Okay, look, 56 00:03:32,712 --> 00:03:35,048 the man prefers someone simpler, 57 00:03:35,131 --> 00:03:36,299 with less baggage. 58 00:03:36,383 --> 00:03:37,967 -No, no, no. Thorne just knows 59 00:03:38,051 --> 00:03:40,053 you're not the type of woman that he rebounds with. 60 00:03:40,178 --> 00:03:42,931 Maybe it's not a bad idea to look outside the hospital. 61 00:03:43,056 --> 00:03:44,641 Give the apps a chance. 62 00:03:44,724 --> 00:03:46,267 Playing the field sucks, 63 00:03:46,351 --> 00:03:48,645 but it's worth it to have someone to come home to. 64 00:03:48,687 --> 00:03:50,230 I want that for you. 65 00:03:51,523 --> 00:03:53,316 -Mm. 66 00:03:53,358 --> 00:03:54,693 -Not that there's anything wrong with a woman being alone. 67 00:03:54,776 --> 00:03:56,444 -Mm-hmm. Nice try. 68 00:03:56,528 --> 00:03:58,446 I'll think about it. [ Chuckles ] 69 00:04:00,365 --> 00:04:03,785 Betsy! look at you. You are glowing. 70 00:04:03,868 --> 00:04:06,746 -Oh, well, I'm feeling real good lately. 71 00:04:06,871 --> 00:04:10,875 But I got so worried when I heard about your suspension, 72 00:04:10,959 --> 00:04:13,628 because you've been such a light since the building collapsed, 73 00:04:13,712 --> 00:04:16,006 right? You ever find out who reported you? 74 00:04:16,089 --> 00:04:17,882 -Now, how do you know someone reported me? 75 00:04:17,966 --> 00:04:20,385 -You know how these nurses can talk. 76 00:04:20,427 --> 00:04:22,846 -Oh, do they? -Mm-hmm. 77 00:04:22,929 --> 00:04:25,807 -Okay. Well, unfortunately, we only have so long. 78 00:04:25,890 --> 00:04:28,476 My schedule is tight today. What brings you in? 79 00:04:28,560 --> 00:04:30,687 -I'm sorry. Where are my manners? 80 00:04:30,770 --> 00:04:33,106 This here is my baby, D'Angelo. 81 00:04:33,231 --> 00:04:34,858 -Well, how cute. 82 00:04:34,941 --> 00:04:38,737 -My life has been turned around since I adopted him. 83 00:04:38,862 --> 00:04:40,530 I'm sleeping better through the night. 84 00:04:40,613 --> 00:04:43,533 I'm not having as many bad dreams. 85 00:04:43,616 --> 00:04:46,828 But the problem is, D'Angelo here can yowl. 86 00:04:46,911 --> 00:04:49,080 And my neighbors went to my landlord, 87 00:04:49,122 --> 00:04:51,082 and now I'm gonna get evicted 88 00:04:51,124 --> 00:04:54,502 if I can't prove that D'Angelo is my emotional support animal. 89 00:04:54,627 --> 00:04:57,881 -Now, Betsy, I can't just hand out emotional support letters. 90 00:04:57,964 --> 00:04:59,841 -Oh, no, no, I'm not asking you to do that. 91 00:04:59,966 --> 00:05:02,844 No, no. Get to know D'Angelo. 92 00:05:02,969 --> 00:05:06,681 Some days it feels like he's my only reason to get out of bed. 93 00:05:13,605 --> 00:05:15,523 -Third cup of coffee? 94 00:05:15,607 --> 00:05:17,942 -Um, what can I do for you, Nurse Silva? 95 00:05:18,026 --> 00:05:20,487 -Okay. I see you wore your grumpy stethoscope today, 96 00:05:20,528 --> 00:05:22,405 but I think you're gonna like this one. 97 00:05:22,489 --> 00:05:26,076 Benson Bowman, a bull rider in town with his touring rodeo 98 00:05:26,159 --> 00:05:28,912 for a few days, came into the E.D. after a fall. 99 00:05:28,995 --> 00:05:30,538 They noted proximal leg weakness, 100 00:05:30,622 --> 00:05:33,500 but C.T., X-ray, and utox were all normal, 101 00:05:33,583 --> 00:05:36,503 so I squeezed him in for an appointment today. 102 00:05:36,586 --> 00:05:39,130 And fair warning, I have a thing for cowboys. 103 00:05:39,214 --> 00:05:41,883 Buckling belts, knocking boots. So if I faint -- 104 00:05:41,966 --> 00:05:44,052 -Let's hope there's someone there to catch you. 105 00:05:44,135 --> 00:05:46,179 -Where is our cowboy? -Come on. 106 00:05:46,304 --> 00:05:49,557 [ Piano playing Scott Joplin's "Maple Leaf Rag" ] 107 00:05:58,525 --> 00:06:00,193 -Is it Mr. Bowman? I'm Dr. Wolf. 108 00:06:00,360 --> 00:06:02,445 -Yeah. 109 00:06:02,529 --> 00:06:03,988 -It's nice to meet you. 110 00:06:04,030 --> 00:06:05,532 You're quite the musician. 111 00:06:05,699 --> 00:06:08,451 -Yeah, I learned from a fella in New Orleans. 112 00:06:08,535 --> 00:06:10,120 Said music keeps the brain sharp. 113 00:06:10,203 --> 00:06:11,663 -Indeed it does. 114 00:06:11,830 --> 00:06:13,331 Uh, so I don't see anything wrong 115 00:06:13,373 --> 00:06:15,041 with your brain on these scans. 116 00:06:15,166 --> 00:06:17,419 But I do agree with the E.D. Your gait is peculiar. 117 00:06:17,502 --> 00:06:19,087 This could be muscular or skeletal. 118 00:06:19,129 --> 00:06:20,755 I see you've broken quite a few bones. 119 00:06:20,839 --> 00:06:22,465 -Yeah, that's par for the course. 120 00:06:22,549 --> 00:06:25,260 A rider is supposed to fall, but lately it feels like 121 00:06:25,343 --> 00:06:27,762 I could fall before the chute even opens. 122 00:06:27,846 --> 00:06:29,514 Just need to hydrate more, I guess. 123 00:06:29,597 --> 00:06:31,850 -You do have significant sensorimotor polyneuropathy -- 124 00:06:32,017 --> 00:06:34,686 -Oh! You understand any of that? 125 00:06:34,769 --> 00:06:37,397 -It means you've got some nerve damage in your arms and legs. 126 00:06:37,480 --> 00:06:39,524 -Oh, hell, I wouldn't need so many fancy words 127 00:06:39,607 --> 00:06:41,026 to tell you that. -That could be the result 128 00:06:41,192 --> 00:06:42,819 of your extensive injury history, 129 00:06:42,902 --> 00:06:44,988 but I would like to run some additional tests 130 00:06:45,113 --> 00:06:47,907 just to rule out any neurological causes. 131 00:06:47,991 --> 00:06:49,451 -[ Clears throat ] 132 00:06:49,534 --> 00:06:53,538 -Sure thing. Yeah, I appreciate you, doc. 133 00:06:57,667 --> 00:07:00,628 [ Indistinct conversations ] 134 00:07:13,433 --> 00:07:15,935 -Excuse me. I'm looking for Benson? 135 00:07:15,977 --> 00:07:19,064 Anyone know where he is? Benson. Baby? 136 00:07:19,105 --> 00:07:21,483 -Hey, there. Uh, I'm Dr. Wolf. 137 00:07:21,524 --> 00:07:24,819 -Dear heavens, you are one handsome man. 138 00:07:24,861 --> 00:07:27,447 -You're a doctor? -Uh, I am. [ Chuckles ] 139 00:07:27,572 --> 00:07:28,865 Did I hear you're looking for Mr. Bowman? 140 00:07:28,948 --> 00:07:30,575 Are you Mrs...? 141 00:07:30,617 --> 00:07:32,660 -That boy wishes. I'm Grace Ann. 142 00:07:32,744 --> 00:07:34,329 Grace Ann Stevens. Benson's my guy. 143 00:07:34,371 --> 00:07:36,039 -All right. Right this way, Grace Ann. 144 00:07:36,122 --> 00:07:38,541 I'm Benson's doctor. I can show you his room. 145 00:07:38,625 --> 00:07:40,251 Just right around here. 146 00:07:42,629 --> 00:07:44,172 -Cold. -Oh, my God. 147 00:07:44,255 --> 00:07:46,049 Benson? Benson, baby! 148 00:07:46,132 --> 00:07:47,842 -Silva, can I get some help? -Yeah. 149 00:07:47,926 --> 00:07:49,552 -[ Shivering ] C-Cold. Cold. 150 00:07:49,636 --> 00:07:50,762 -His pulse is increasing. He's hypothermic. 151 00:07:50,804 --> 00:07:52,555 -93.2. It's an aggressive drop. 152 00:07:52,597 --> 00:07:54,182 -Okay, Benson, we gotta warm you up. All right, buddy? 153 00:07:54,224 --> 00:07:55,809 Warm blankets and warm Lactated Ringer's, 154 00:07:55,934 --> 00:07:57,435 with two large bore I.V.s. We've got to administer 155 00:07:57,477 --> 00:07:59,521 these fluids rapidly. Now. 156 00:07:59,562 --> 00:08:01,231 Can I get some help here? Benson, come on. 157 00:08:01,356 --> 00:08:03,358 Let's get him up. Let's get him up. 158 00:08:09,155 --> 00:08:12,033 -Okay. [ Thermometer beeps ] 159 00:08:12,158 --> 00:08:14,577 98.6. Totally normal. 160 00:08:14,661 --> 00:08:16,955 -Benson, can you walk us through how you felt 161 00:08:16,996 --> 00:08:18,456 before your temperature dropped? 162 00:08:18,498 --> 00:08:20,333 -Yeah, a little woozy, I guess. 163 00:08:20,375 --> 00:08:22,085 Look, it ain't a big deal, all right? 164 00:08:22,168 --> 00:08:25,046 This -- This happens sometimes. -Benson runs frigid. 165 00:08:25,130 --> 00:08:27,674 Especially after, you know, he has a B.M. 166 00:08:27,799 --> 00:08:29,384 -All right. It's -- 167 00:08:29,467 --> 00:08:31,302 It's been happening like this for about a year. 168 00:08:31,344 --> 00:08:33,346 Comes on fast, goes away faster. 169 00:08:33,430 --> 00:08:35,890 -But it's never been like that before. 170 00:08:35,974 --> 00:08:36,975 That was something else. 171 00:08:37,017 --> 00:08:39,394 -Persistent sinus tachycardia. 172 00:08:40,520 --> 00:08:42,230 -What's going on with me, doc? 173 00:08:45,358 --> 00:08:47,819 -I just discharged Ms. Chen. Room 303 is free 174 00:08:47,861 --> 00:08:49,612 -if you need it. -Thanks. 175 00:08:49,654 --> 00:08:52,323 I can't stop thinking about this Charlie thing. 176 00:08:52,407 --> 00:08:54,451 It's like John Wick levels of obsessed, 177 00:08:54,534 --> 00:08:56,745 but with, like, stethoscopes instead of guns. 178 00:08:56,870 --> 00:08:59,122 And his speech? All the feels. 179 00:08:59,205 --> 00:09:00,999 -I guess you had to be there. 180 00:09:01,082 --> 00:09:02,834 I'm doing a dinner drop at Van's tonight after my shift, 181 00:09:02,876 --> 00:09:04,586 if you want to come. -Yeah. 182 00:09:04,669 --> 00:09:10,258 -Oh, I almost forgot. I applied for that grant. 183 00:09:10,342 --> 00:09:11,760 -The Mental Health Services grant 184 00:09:11,843 --> 00:09:13,762 that Bronx General is sponsoring? 185 00:09:13,803 --> 00:09:15,138 I-I didn't realize that was your thing. 186 00:09:15,221 --> 00:09:17,098 -I landed an interview. 187 00:09:17,182 --> 00:09:18,975 Will you help me practice tonight? 188 00:09:19,059 --> 00:09:22,771 -Uh, yeah. Of -- Of course. Yes. Um, that's great. 189 00:09:22,854 --> 00:09:24,731 -Congrats. -Thanks. 190 00:09:32,781 --> 00:09:35,492 -So Ericka is going for the same grant 191 00:09:35,617 --> 00:09:37,035 that I wrote you a reference for? 192 00:09:37,118 --> 00:09:38,703 -Yeah, but I never would have even considered it 193 00:09:38,745 --> 00:09:40,038 if I'd known she was applying. 194 00:09:40,080 --> 00:09:41,664 -Why not? Your proposal's great. 195 00:09:41,748 --> 00:09:43,625 These grants are like a gold star on your résumé. 196 00:09:43,667 --> 00:09:45,168 Do you know how hard it is to get hired 197 00:09:45,251 --> 00:09:46,961 after residency without one? -I know, 198 00:09:47,003 --> 00:09:49,798 but Ericka's just so good at these things. 199 00:09:49,881 --> 00:09:51,841 -Kinney is a nuclear level overachiever, 200 00:09:51,883 --> 00:09:53,468 addicted to success. 201 00:09:53,551 --> 00:09:56,805 Some stiff competition might be healthy for her. 202 00:09:58,598 --> 00:10:00,433 -Betsy was arrested. -What? 203 00:10:00,558 --> 00:10:02,560 -She got into a fight with her neighbors. Cops showed up. 204 00:10:02,644 --> 00:10:05,397 They found the place crawling with cats, like dozens. 205 00:10:05,438 --> 00:10:07,816 When they said it was a public health hazard, Betsy lost it. 206 00:10:07,941 --> 00:10:10,568 -Where is she? -The 44th precinct. 207 00:10:10,694 --> 00:10:13,279 Hey, have you tested for Toxoplasma gondii yet? 208 00:10:13,363 --> 00:10:15,532 It's a parasite transmitted through cat feces. 209 00:10:15,615 --> 00:10:17,409 -The one where rats fall in love with cats? 210 00:10:17,534 --> 00:10:19,911 -Right. Some say that Toxo could be what's 211 00:10:19,994 --> 00:10:21,996 behind the misconception of the "crazy cat lady." 212 00:10:22,122 --> 00:10:27,252 The pathogen alters the neurons to spark obsession. 213 00:10:27,335 --> 00:10:28,837 Maybe I got Toxo, 214 00:10:28,920 --> 00:10:30,672 'cause I keep bringing home strays from the bar. 215 00:10:30,714 --> 00:10:32,632 -It's an interesting theory, but fringe. 216 00:10:32,716 --> 00:10:34,801 I'll look into it. Thanks. 217 00:10:34,926 --> 00:10:36,678 -No, no, and no. 218 00:10:36,761 --> 00:10:40,473 Benson's mixed neurologic exam, his autonomic instability, 219 00:10:40,557 --> 00:10:42,434 his intensely sweaty palms, 220 00:10:42,517 --> 00:10:43,852 none of these symptoms are explained 221 00:10:43,935 --> 00:10:45,395 by our in-house workup. But it is notable 222 00:10:45,478 --> 00:10:47,022 that the life of a pro bull rider 223 00:10:47,105 --> 00:10:50,400 is full of close contact exposures -- manure, dirt, 224 00:10:50,483 --> 00:10:52,569 fertilizers, other animals, even spiders. 225 00:10:52,652 --> 00:10:54,863 -Rodeo trailers travel, right, like a circus? 226 00:10:54,988 --> 00:10:57,574 It's feasible that southern and western pathogens are at play. 227 00:10:57,615 --> 00:11:00,577 -Especially if he naps in hay. -Hay naps? Really? 228 00:11:00,660 --> 00:11:03,288 I mean, how much do any of us actually know about a rodeo? 229 00:11:03,371 --> 00:11:05,248 -I know Cowboy Carter. -You might be onto something, 230 00:11:05,373 --> 00:11:07,542 Dr. Porter. Benson's tachycardia is concerning. 231 00:11:07,625 --> 00:11:10,503 Whatever's happening could be silently worsening. 232 00:11:10,545 --> 00:11:11,963 The best thing we can do for him now 233 00:11:12,005 --> 00:11:16,384 is put ourselves in his...boots. 234 00:11:17,552 --> 00:11:20,096 -Sounds like we're going to the rodeo. 235 00:11:20,138 --> 00:11:22,640 -♪ I don't mind working hard, I'm always on the move ♪ 236 00:11:22,766 --> 00:11:25,769 -Welcome to the Empire State Livestock Show and Rodeo. 237 00:11:25,852 --> 00:11:27,520 Where should we start? 238 00:11:27,604 --> 00:11:29,147 -Well, we'll need to talk to the tour manager 239 00:11:29,230 --> 00:11:32,025 and get samples from the dirt in the arena, 240 00:11:32,067 --> 00:11:34,110 as well as from any fertilizer or feed 241 00:11:34,194 --> 00:11:35,945 that Benson might have come in contact with. 242 00:11:36,029 --> 00:11:37,781 -I read that riders can get sick from their bulls, 243 00:11:37,906 --> 00:11:41,076 so maybe we get some specimen from old Elsie. 244 00:11:41,159 --> 00:11:43,620 -Elsie? Bulls are boys. 245 00:11:43,703 --> 00:11:45,038 They don't teach y'all that in med school? 246 00:11:45,121 --> 00:11:46,373 -That would be vet school. 247 00:11:46,456 --> 00:11:48,541 -Heard that, buckle bunny. 248 00:11:48,583 --> 00:11:51,002 Some Rodeo 101 for you city slickers. 249 00:11:51,086 --> 00:11:54,047 Barrel racers like me travel with our horses. 250 00:11:54,172 --> 00:11:56,758 But bull riders draw a new bull for each competition. 251 00:11:56,800 --> 00:11:58,551 Which means there's not just one Elsie 252 00:11:58,593 --> 00:12:00,929 for you to get specimen from, but... 253 00:12:01,012 --> 00:12:02,764 [ Animals grunting ] 254 00:12:02,806 --> 00:12:04,307 -Three. 255 00:12:04,432 --> 00:12:07,519 -Well, we need samples from both ends. 256 00:12:08,895 --> 00:12:12,148 -Dr. Wolf, you and I have got a date with the Agricultural Expo. 257 00:12:12,190 --> 00:12:13,942 [ Horses neighing ] 258 00:12:17,404 --> 00:12:19,656 -I'll be at the concession stand. 259 00:12:19,739 --> 00:12:22,409 [ Country music plays ] 260 00:12:26,496 --> 00:12:30,959 -I never want to see another bull in my life. 261 00:12:31,042 --> 00:12:34,462 -Why do they have so much saliva? 262 00:12:34,546 --> 00:12:36,297 Ugh. 263 00:12:38,258 --> 00:12:41,094 Thanks. Um... 264 00:12:41,261 --> 00:12:44,973 So...I actually also applied for the grant, 265 00:12:45,056 --> 00:12:47,100 and I got an interview, too. 266 00:12:47,183 --> 00:12:50,520 -Oh. Why didn't you tell me? 267 00:12:50,603 --> 00:12:53,023 -I guess I just was worried that it would be weird. 268 00:12:53,148 --> 00:12:56,317 -Is it weird? It feels weird. -Dana, relax. 269 00:12:56,401 --> 00:12:57,777 I've been working in therapy 270 00:12:57,861 --> 00:12:59,654 to not let my competition trigger me. 271 00:12:59,738 --> 00:13:01,448 There's no reason we can't both go for it. 272 00:13:01,573 --> 00:13:03,658 -That's true. And I'm glad that therapy is helping. 273 00:13:03,742 --> 00:13:06,786 I wasn't sure if going for the grant was that or Sam or -- 274 00:13:09,122 --> 00:13:10,874 -What? 275 00:13:10,915 --> 00:13:14,044 -You've just been talking more about your bio mom lately. 276 00:13:14,127 --> 00:13:16,546 -Have I? 277 00:13:16,629 --> 00:13:19,007 Come on. We should find Wolf. 278 00:13:22,594 --> 00:13:25,055 [ Benson grunting ] 279 00:13:25,180 --> 00:13:27,349 -Hey, hey, hey, hey. Excuse me. Can I get a little help in here? 280 00:13:27,432 --> 00:13:29,768 My arm's itching like crazy. 281 00:13:29,809 --> 00:13:31,895 Ah! No! There's something on me. 282 00:13:31,978 --> 00:13:34,522 What, do y'all got bedbugs in here or some-- 283 00:13:34,606 --> 00:13:36,316 -I'm gonna need you to hold still! 284 00:13:36,358 --> 00:13:38,276 -No! No! What the hell? Get 'em off me. 285 00:13:38,443 --> 00:13:40,904 They're under my skin. Aah, aah! 286 00:13:40,987 --> 00:13:44,157 [ Screaming ] 287 00:13:44,240 --> 00:13:46,034 Someone page Dr. Wolf! Stat! 288 00:13:50,663 --> 00:13:52,165 -Have you ever seen "The Mummy"? 289 00:13:52,332 --> 00:13:55,126 When the -- the little beetle dug himself 290 00:13:55,251 --> 00:13:57,712 -under the little guy's arm? -They were scarabs, honey. 291 00:13:57,796 --> 00:14:00,423 -Well, whatever they're called. It was like that. 292 00:14:00,507 --> 00:14:03,051 It's crawling up under my skin. 293 00:14:03,134 --> 00:14:06,137 -Have you ever experienced hallucinations like that before? 294 00:14:06,221 --> 00:14:08,390 -Well, I've been knocked in the head a few times. 295 00:14:08,473 --> 00:14:11,726 Saw stars, but it wasn't like that. 296 00:14:11,810 --> 00:14:14,020 This felt too real. 297 00:14:14,145 --> 00:14:16,106 -And what about now? Are you still seeing 298 00:14:16,147 --> 00:14:17,482 or feeling any bugs? 299 00:14:17,524 --> 00:14:19,651 -No, I feel right as rain now. 300 00:14:19,734 --> 00:14:24,698 But that is how I get when I got my good luck charm by my side. 301 00:14:24,739 --> 00:14:26,491 It's the power of love and all that. 302 00:14:26,574 --> 00:14:29,244 -So sorry you had to go through that on your own, baby. 303 00:14:29,285 --> 00:14:31,830 But I'm here now. I'm gonna take care of you. 304 00:14:31,913 --> 00:14:34,457 -Well, if this issue were psychiatric, it's unlikely 305 00:14:34,541 --> 00:14:36,793 that your episode would have resolved this quickly. 306 00:14:36,835 --> 00:14:38,753 -We are still analyzing the samples from the rodeo 307 00:14:38,837 --> 00:14:40,672 to see if there's any connection. 308 00:14:40,714 --> 00:14:43,800 But in the meantime, Grace Ann, keep doing what you're doing. 309 00:14:43,842 --> 00:14:46,845 -On it. Not letting this one out of my clutches. 310 00:14:50,849 --> 00:14:52,267 -Lab results from the rodeo. 311 00:14:52,392 --> 00:14:55,103 Figured you should debrief Wolf. 312 00:14:56,312 --> 00:14:57,647 Are you open to some feedback from someone 313 00:14:57,731 --> 00:14:59,774 who's been awarded six grants? 314 00:15:00,900 --> 00:15:02,235 -You have my attention. 315 00:15:02,277 --> 00:15:03,945 -I used to walk into those interviews 316 00:15:04,029 --> 00:15:05,905 and just rattle off a bunch of stats and facts. 317 00:15:05,947 --> 00:15:07,866 It wasn't until I actually opened up 318 00:15:07,907 --> 00:15:11,786 about what the grants meant to me that committees lit up. 319 00:15:11,828 --> 00:15:15,331 My advice? Don't be afraid to get personal. 320 00:15:15,415 --> 00:15:16,791 -Thanks. 321 00:15:16,916 --> 00:15:18,626 Uh, speaking of getting personal -- 322 00:15:18,752 --> 00:15:20,795 You. Dr. Wolf. 323 00:15:20,920 --> 00:15:22,672 -Ah, my mentee has questions. 324 00:15:22,756 --> 00:15:24,424 -One, not your mentee. 325 00:15:24,549 --> 00:15:26,968 And two, now that your "C for Vendetta" mission 326 00:15:27,093 --> 00:15:29,387 is accomplished, are you really just gonna keep hanging around? 327 00:15:29,471 --> 00:15:31,056 -Are you trying to get rid of me, Dana? 328 00:15:31,097 --> 00:15:32,599 -Okay. -And who says 329 00:15:32,682 --> 00:15:34,476 my mission is accomplished? 330 00:15:34,559 --> 00:15:36,561 -Are you open to some feedback? 331 00:15:37,937 --> 00:15:42,609 You're a good doctor, despite some sociopathic tendencies. 332 00:15:42,734 --> 00:15:45,362 Maybe spend less time trying to prove Wolf wrong 333 00:15:45,487 --> 00:15:48,448 and show people how your approach works. 334 00:15:50,492 --> 00:15:52,327 -I have a patient. 335 00:15:54,412 --> 00:15:56,081 -Everything all right? -Totally. 336 00:15:56,247 --> 00:15:57,832 I was just on my way to find you. 337 00:15:57,916 --> 00:16:00,251 -The rodeo results are in. -Great. 338 00:16:01,169 --> 00:16:02,462 -And there is nothing relevant here. 339 00:16:02,629 --> 00:16:04,547 So this isn't environmental or infectious. 340 00:16:04,589 --> 00:16:06,174 What are we missing? 341 00:16:25,110 --> 00:16:28,196 A barrel racer and a germaphobe? 342 00:16:31,574 --> 00:16:34,244 -Oh. Excuse me. -Whoa! Naked cowboy butt. 343 00:16:34,327 --> 00:16:36,579 -Whoops. Sorry, doc. We should have put a sock on the door. 344 00:16:36,663 --> 00:16:38,456 -I thought I told you to lock it. 345 00:16:38,540 --> 00:16:40,792 [ Both giggling ] 346 00:16:40,834 --> 00:16:43,128 -They drank the hand sanitizer. 347 00:16:43,169 --> 00:16:45,380 I think they're drunk. 348 00:16:45,463 --> 00:16:47,841 -That's just the beginning of our worries. 349 00:16:56,558 --> 00:16:59,310 Benson, why didn't you tell me you were an alcoholic? 350 00:16:59,394 --> 00:17:02,188 -We don't call it that where I'm from. 351 00:17:02,230 --> 00:17:05,483 My mama, she was born with that -- 352 00:17:05,567 --> 00:17:08,111 uh, what do you call it? -- uh, fetus alcohol disease. 353 00:17:08,194 --> 00:17:09,779 -Fetal alcohol syndrome. 354 00:17:09,946 --> 00:17:12,657 -Yeah, the day I was born, 355 00:17:12,741 --> 00:17:15,785 first thing she asked the doctor was, "Is he like me?" 356 00:17:15,910 --> 00:17:17,704 She drank all nine months of her pregnancy. 357 00:17:17,787 --> 00:17:20,248 That's what we do. 358 00:17:20,373 --> 00:17:23,418 My family, my friends. 359 00:17:24,794 --> 00:17:28,256 I was sober 12 years, then I turned 13. 360 00:17:29,507 --> 00:17:33,011 I wasn't even drinking when I came in here. 361 00:17:33,053 --> 00:17:36,264 I was sober all of two days. I didn't think it was related. 362 00:17:36,348 --> 00:17:38,725 -Well, what you have is called atypical Wernicke's Disease, 363 00:17:38,767 --> 00:17:40,935 sometimes referred to as wet brain. 364 00:17:41,019 --> 00:17:44,189 It's a thiamine deficiency caused by chronic alcohol abuse. 365 00:17:44,272 --> 00:17:49,194 Alcohol blocks thiamine, commonly known as vitamin B1, 366 00:17:49,235 --> 00:17:53,698 and in severe cases, it can lead to paralysis, coma, even death. 367 00:17:57,035 --> 00:17:59,621 -Thiamine. That's what y'all got me hooked up to? 368 00:17:59,704 --> 00:18:01,790 It's gonna fix me? -Well, it will alleviate 369 00:18:01,956 --> 00:18:04,709 some of your symptoms -- the wide gait, the hypothermia. 370 00:18:04,793 --> 00:18:07,128 But I believe your hallucination was caused 371 00:18:07,212 --> 00:18:08,838 by alcohol withdrawal, 372 00:18:08,922 --> 00:18:12,592 which Grace Ann treated with hand sanitizer. 373 00:18:12,759 --> 00:18:14,886 Grace. 374 00:18:14,928 --> 00:18:16,930 She was just trying to help me. 375 00:18:17,013 --> 00:18:19,766 She's seen me through a lot. 376 00:18:19,808 --> 00:18:22,060 We've always been there for each other. 377 00:18:23,311 --> 00:18:25,730 We got this dream 378 00:18:25,814 --> 00:18:29,484 of owning this big ranch with one of those wraparound porches. 379 00:18:29,567 --> 00:18:31,903 We'll get us some rocking chairs, and -- 380 00:18:34,364 --> 00:18:36,366 And we'll sit back under that pink Montana sky. 381 00:18:36,449 --> 00:18:38,159 sip a couple cold ones. 382 00:18:39,869 --> 00:18:42,080 I don't think Grace would be too keen 383 00:18:42,122 --> 00:18:43,957 sipping sparkling water instead. 384 00:18:44,040 --> 00:18:46,668 -Well, how would she feel about sitting on that porch 385 00:18:46,793 --> 00:18:48,628 all by herself? 386 00:18:50,338 --> 00:18:51,881 -[ Clears throat ] 387 00:18:52,007 --> 00:18:54,843 I've tried everything. I worked all the steps. 388 00:18:54,884 --> 00:18:57,595 I went to therapy. I hired a sober buddy. 389 00:18:57,637 --> 00:19:00,765 Expensive rehab. Cheap rehab. 390 00:19:00,849 --> 00:19:05,145 I even tried hypnotherapy and those GLP-1's. 391 00:19:05,228 --> 00:19:07,856 I just wasn't born with an off switch. 392 00:19:11,651 --> 00:19:14,029 -Then we need to get you one. 393 00:19:21,327 --> 00:19:23,079 -Did you say neuromodulation? 394 00:19:23,121 --> 00:19:26,207 -Correct. Deep brain stimulation, DBS, is a surgery 395 00:19:26,332 --> 00:19:29,210 that uses electrical impulses to re-tune neural pathways. 396 00:19:29,294 --> 00:19:31,087 -One could also point out the similarity 397 00:19:31,129 --> 00:19:33,423 to a modern-day lobotomy. -I'm the first to acknowledge 398 00:19:33,506 --> 00:19:35,300 the troubled history of psychosurgery, but 399 00:19:35,342 --> 00:19:37,844 deep brain stimulation to treat severe alcohol use disorder 400 00:19:37,886 --> 00:19:40,055 is something different. -I've seen DBS 401 00:19:40,138 --> 00:19:41,806 for movement disorders, of course, 402 00:19:41,890 --> 00:19:43,767 and even read about it for OCD, but never alcoholism. 403 00:19:43,850 --> 00:19:45,602 -That's because there aren't that many people 404 00:19:45,685 --> 00:19:47,771 who can benefit from it, people who are motivated to change 405 00:19:47,854 --> 00:19:50,607 but who can't stop drinking despite meds or therapy. 406 00:19:50,690 --> 00:19:52,525 -That describes Benson. So how does it work? 407 00:19:52,567 --> 00:19:54,069 Electrodes in the nucleus accumbens 408 00:19:54,152 --> 00:19:55,570 and then suddenly no more alcohol? 409 00:19:55,653 --> 00:19:57,197 -We don't know how it works, not exactly. 410 00:19:57,238 --> 00:19:58,656 -But it does work, for some people. 411 00:19:58,740 --> 00:20:01,534 Not enough to guarantee abstinence, necessarily, 412 00:20:01,618 --> 00:20:04,120 but ideally enough to reduce the urge to drink. 413 00:20:04,204 --> 00:20:05,997 -Without impacting anything else 414 00:20:06,039 --> 00:20:08,375 in the pleasure-reward pathway? -That is what it seems like. 415 00:20:08,416 --> 00:20:10,251 I mean, this is at the forefront, team. 416 00:20:10,335 --> 00:20:12,087 -Which is why I don't even know why we would consider it. 417 00:20:12,170 --> 00:20:14,547 We barely know anything about our patient 418 00:20:14,631 --> 00:20:16,383 other than the fact that he's a drunk. 419 00:20:16,466 --> 00:20:18,593 And if nothing has changed that yet, then nothing will. 420 00:20:18,677 --> 00:20:21,096 -This is a disease like any other. 421 00:20:21,137 --> 00:20:23,014 The window is quickly narrowing for Benson. 422 00:20:23,056 --> 00:20:26,101 At this point, there are just not that many other options. 423 00:20:26,184 --> 00:20:27,560 -Good luck convincing the chief. 424 00:20:27,644 --> 00:20:30,188 -Well, let me handle him. 425 00:20:31,523 --> 00:20:33,274 -Wolf, this just doesn't make sense for us. 426 00:20:33,316 --> 00:20:34,984 You've known this patient all of 24 hours. 427 00:20:35,068 --> 00:20:36,444 We'd need a more longitudinal view 428 00:20:36,528 --> 00:20:38,196 of what he's tried, his commitment. 429 00:20:38,279 --> 00:20:39,823 -I've known Benson long enough to know he's been trying 430 00:20:39,906 --> 00:20:41,241 to stop drinking for a decade. 431 00:20:41,282 --> 00:20:43,952 This is a powerful addiction, Josh. 432 00:20:44,035 --> 00:20:45,704 His life is at stake. We could save him. 433 00:20:45,870 --> 00:20:47,872 -I hear where you're coming from. 434 00:20:47,914 --> 00:20:50,125 I've done DBS countless times, but never for this indication. 435 00:20:50,208 --> 00:20:52,419 This is a real risk in an unapproved setting -- 436 00:20:52,544 --> 00:20:54,170 -I'm sorry. This is about FDA approval? 437 00:20:54,254 --> 00:20:55,797 You're the one who was pushing DBS 438 00:20:55,880 --> 00:20:57,298 on my patient with Tourette's. That's not 439 00:20:57,382 --> 00:20:58,967 an approved use, either. -And you said no. 440 00:20:59,134 --> 00:21:00,927 -Yeah, because Tourette's wasn't about to kill him. 441 00:21:01,052 --> 00:21:03,221 -I'm not just one surgeon making calls about one patient. 442 00:21:03,304 --> 00:21:05,515 I'm the chief. To okay an unapproved surgery 443 00:21:05,598 --> 00:21:06,808 with uncertain outcomes 444 00:21:06,891 --> 00:21:09,769 and no mechanism for reimbursement? 445 00:21:09,853 --> 00:21:12,397 I'm sorry, I simply can't. 446 00:21:31,666 --> 00:21:34,753 -Dr. Wolf! You got a sec? -Mm. 447 00:21:34,878 --> 00:21:36,671 -Also, did you just drink hand sanitizer? 448 00:21:36,755 --> 00:21:38,840 -[ Hoarsely ] Uh, it's patient research. 449 00:21:40,133 --> 00:21:42,010 -I wanted to ask your advice. 450 00:21:42,135 --> 00:21:44,846 I'm applying for this grant, and I have to speak to a panel, 451 00:21:44,971 --> 00:21:47,057 and I'm not sure what to say. 452 00:21:47,140 --> 00:21:49,642 -Competition's tight. -You want to get ahead? 453 00:21:49,726 --> 00:21:51,728 Button up. Be professional. 454 00:21:51,811 --> 00:21:54,397 Boards love that in our line of work. 455 00:21:54,564 --> 00:21:57,275 -Button up. I can do that. 456 00:21:57,359 --> 00:21:59,611 Thanks, Dr. Wolf! 457 00:21:59,652 --> 00:22:02,030 -I'm glad to see your time in the clink hasn't changed you. 458 00:22:02,197 --> 00:22:06,159 -Oh, well, I'm still considering getting a neck tattoo. 459 00:22:06,201 --> 00:22:08,661 [ Laughs ] But it's all been worth it 460 00:22:08,745 --> 00:22:10,747 if it means that I can keep my babies. 461 00:22:10,830 --> 00:22:12,248 -I spoke with Officer Rogers, 462 00:22:12,332 --> 00:22:14,417 and he's willing to drop the charges 463 00:22:14,501 --> 00:22:18,463 if we can get this situation under control. 464 00:22:18,588 --> 00:22:20,382 Betsy, how come you weren't honest with me 465 00:22:20,465 --> 00:22:22,092 about how many cats you had? 466 00:22:22,175 --> 00:22:24,552 -Because it fluctuates. 467 00:22:24,594 --> 00:22:28,264 Even I don't know how many there are sometimes. 468 00:22:28,390 --> 00:22:32,644 People may think that makes me some kind of old kook with cats. 469 00:22:32,727 --> 00:22:37,941 But the thing is, D'Angelo and these strays, 470 00:22:38,024 --> 00:22:40,235 they make me feel whole. 471 00:22:40,360 --> 00:22:42,112 I wake up with purpose. 472 00:22:42,195 --> 00:22:44,614 It's been a long time since I've felt that. 473 00:22:44,656 --> 00:22:47,617 -And there's nothing wrong with having a companion. 474 00:22:47,659 --> 00:22:52,205 But when it gets excessive, it can become a health risk. 475 00:22:52,330 --> 00:22:54,082 As it happens, 476 00:22:54,165 --> 00:22:57,502 your lab results came back positive for Toxoplasma gondii. 477 00:22:57,544 --> 00:23:00,714 -What is that? Never mind. 478 00:23:00,797 --> 00:23:02,132 Okay, how do we treat that? 479 00:23:02,257 --> 00:23:05,093 -While you were exposed to the pathogen, 480 00:23:05,176 --> 00:23:08,388 fortunately, it's not an active infection. 481 00:23:08,513 --> 00:23:11,141 So physically, there's nothing to treat. 482 00:23:11,182 --> 00:23:13,727 I mean, you said it yourself. You've never felt better. 483 00:23:13,768 --> 00:23:16,688 But we still need to find a solution 484 00:23:16,771 --> 00:23:21,109 so you and your babies can have a safe place to live. 485 00:23:22,318 --> 00:23:23,778 -[ Sighs ] 486 00:23:23,862 --> 00:23:25,989 -Nichols is being completely unreasonable. 487 00:23:26,114 --> 00:23:28,116 Benson is the perfect candidate for DBS. 488 00:23:28,199 --> 00:23:30,660 He's tried everything. There is no other option. 489 00:23:30,744 --> 00:23:34,122 -Well, relapses are often caused by euphoric recall. 490 00:23:34,247 --> 00:23:38,585 His mind only remembers the pleasurable aspects of drinking. 491 00:23:38,668 --> 00:23:40,628 Do I have euphoric recall? 492 00:23:40,712 --> 00:23:42,005 'Cause I keep forgetting all the bad parts 493 00:23:42,047 --> 00:23:43,923 about being married. 494 00:23:44,007 --> 00:23:45,467 Maybe I need DBS. 495 00:23:45,550 --> 00:23:47,635 -Well, you can't get it at Bronx General. 496 00:23:47,761 --> 00:23:49,637 I can't believe Josh. 497 00:23:54,476 --> 00:23:58,396 -Did Josh mention Dr. Beau Pedrosa? 498 00:23:58,480 --> 00:24:01,107 He's a neurosurgeon. He practiced here before you came. 499 00:24:01,149 --> 00:24:03,485 He's running a clinical trial on DBS, 500 00:24:03,568 --> 00:24:06,029 mostly in patients with OCD. But I have a feeling 501 00:24:06,112 --> 00:24:08,239 he would make a humanitarian exemption for Benson. 502 00:24:08,281 --> 00:24:10,825 -Why didn't Josh mention him? 503 00:24:10,909 --> 00:24:12,827 -Must have slipped his mind. 504 00:24:13,787 --> 00:24:15,121 -Carol, you're biting your lower lip. 505 00:24:15,163 --> 00:24:16,289 -No, I'm not. -You're lying. 506 00:24:16,373 --> 00:24:17,916 What are you hiding from me? 507 00:24:22,212 --> 00:24:26,925 -Dr. Pedrosa is... 508 00:24:27,050 --> 00:24:29,427 Josh's boyfriend. 509 00:24:32,472 --> 00:24:35,016 -Wait, so you're gonna cut out the part of my brain 510 00:24:35,100 --> 00:24:37,060 that craves alcohol? -Not quite. 511 00:24:37,102 --> 00:24:40,230 Surgeons will place electrodes in the areas of your brain 512 00:24:40,271 --> 00:24:43,066 involved in your addiction. It's still experimental, 513 00:24:43,149 --> 00:24:44,943 but there is a private hospital running a trial 514 00:24:44,984 --> 00:24:46,444 that we can try to get you into. 515 00:24:46,528 --> 00:24:48,238 The goal is to reduce your cravings 516 00:24:48,321 --> 00:24:51,616 and the anxiety you feel around needing to drink. 517 00:24:51,700 --> 00:24:53,618 -How soon? -Hey, can we just 518 00:24:53,660 --> 00:24:55,412 hold on for a second? 519 00:24:55,495 --> 00:24:57,789 This is all happening so fast. -I understand, 520 00:24:57,872 --> 00:25:00,083 but this is a once in a lifetime opportunity. 521 00:25:00,166 --> 00:25:02,127 They don't let just anyone into these trials. 522 00:25:02,168 --> 00:25:03,628 -I get that Benson drinks, 523 00:25:03,712 --> 00:25:06,089 but surgery seems like a bit much, doesn't it? 524 00:25:06,172 --> 00:25:07,549 The rodeo's like family. 525 00:25:07,632 --> 00:25:09,092 We got plenty of people who want to help. 526 00:25:09,175 --> 00:25:10,510 You tell us that this is an issue, 527 00:25:10,635 --> 00:25:12,929 then the other guys and I can handle it. 528 00:25:13,013 --> 00:25:15,056 -Gracie. 529 00:25:15,181 --> 00:25:17,809 Come here. Come here. 530 00:25:21,479 --> 00:25:22,814 Hey. 531 00:25:24,482 --> 00:25:27,819 I love that you don't make me feel like I have a problem. 532 00:25:29,779 --> 00:25:32,115 But I do. 533 00:25:32,198 --> 00:25:35,285 I need to hear this. -There is no guarantee. 534 00:25:35,326 --> 00:25:37,704 It likely won't remove your cravings altogether, 535 00:25:37,787 --> 00:25:39,414 but with continued therapy, 536 00:25:39,456 --> 00:25:42,709 it could make you a different person. 537 00:25:42,751 --> 00:25:45,754 -I've seen Benson try to get sober. 538 00:25:45,837 --> 00:25:47,339 He's not the man I fell in love with. 539 00:25:47,380 --> 00:25:48,965 -This time will be different. 540 00:25:49,049 --> 00:25:50,884 After everything we've tried to get me right, 541 00:25:50,967 --> 00:25:55,472 we ended up here, in this city, in this hospital, 542 00:25:55,555 --> 00:25:58,141 with this nut of a doctor -- no offense -- 543 00:25:58,183 --> 00:26:02,103 who's offering me something that no one else ever will. 544 00:26:03,480 --> 00:26:06,107 This might be my one shot to get back on the bull. 545 00:26:06,191 --> 00:26:07,901 -In my mind, there are two choices. 546 00:26:08,026 --> 00:26:11,446 Either we go through with this surgery, or your career, 547 00:26:11,529 --> 00:26:14,449 your life as you know it, is over. 548 00:26:31,966 --> 00:26:35,470 -All right. I'm so sorry to keep you all waiting. 549 00:26:35,595 --> 00:26:37,722 Oh, please. Don't worry about that. 550 00:26:37,847 --> 00:26:40,850 Mr. Bowman. You're lucky you saw Dr. Wolf. 551 00:26:40,892 --> 00:26:43,728 I wouldn't make time this quickly just for anyone. 552 00:26:43,895 --> 00:26:46,272 I've heard a lot about you, doctor. 553 00:26:46,398 --> 00:26:49,818 -Uh, yeah, I've heard about you, as well. 554 00:26:49,901 --> 00:26:51,653 -So... [ Clears throat ] 555 00:26:53,154 --> 00:26:55,657 The way I like to explain this to my patients 556 00:26:55,782 --> 00:27:00,787 is that your reward system has been hijacked by your addiction, 557 00:27:00,870 --> 00:27:03,873 and this is the first step to getting it back. 558 00:27:03,957 --> 00:27:05,625 -Yeah, that sounds real good. 559 00:27:05,750 --> 00:27:09,713 -Now, this surgery is just the beginning of a long journey. 560 00:27:09,838 --> 00:27:12,382 I like all my patients to see a psychiatrist 561 00:27:12,465 --> 00:27:14,134 before we move forward. 562 00:27:14,259 --> 00:27:18,638 And, uh, the people in your life are essential. 563 00:27:18,763 --> 00:27:21,266 They will need to be equally committed to your recovery, 564 00:27:21,349 --> 00:27:24,269 or you'll be going through brain surgery for nothing. 565 00:27:28,231 --> 00:27:30,316 -I'm -- I'm here for Benson. 566 00:27:30,442 --> 00:27:32,277 -Good. Yes. 567 00:27:32,360 --> 00:27:35,697 Having good people in your life is everything. 568 00:27:37,657 --> 00:27:39,200 -So how have you been, Betsy? 569 00:27:39,367 --> 00:27:43,496 -Well, it's real quiet now with just me and D'Angelo. 570 00:27:43,621 --> 00:27:47,417 But in finding homes for all my other fur babies, 571 00:27:47,500 --> 00:27:51,087 I realized that this city is full of cat lovers. 572 00:27:51,171 --> 00:27:54,132 And I'm now a proud member of the Cat Museum 573 00:27:54,174 --> 00:27:56,217 and the NY Cat Film Festival. 574 00:27:56,301 --> 00:28:00,263 I even got invited to CatCon in Pasadena. 575 00:28:00,347 --> 00:28:02,265 [ Both laugh ] 576 00:28:02,349 --> 00:28:05,268 -It sounds like you found your people, Betsy. 577 00:28:05,352 --> 00:28:07,145 That's amazing progress. 578 00:28:07,187 --> 00:28:09,314 And I have more good news. 579 00:28:09,356 --> 00:28:11,024 I can sign off on D'Angelo 580 00:28:11,107 --> 00:28:13,443 officially being your emotional support animal. 581 00:28:13,526 --> 00:28:15,403 And you two can both stay in the apartment. 582 00:28:15,570 --> 00:28:18,531 -Mm. How does that sound? How does that sound, baby? 583 00:28:18,615 --> 00:28:20,283 How about you, Dr. Pierce? 584 00:28:20,325 --> 00:28:22,660 You ever think about getting a cat for yourself? 585 00:28:22,744 --> 00:28:25,413 -Well, you make being a cat lady look good. 586 00:28:25,497 --> 00:28:27,082 -Thank you. 587 00:28:27,207 --> 00:28:30,043 -I'm not sure I can pull that off the way you do. 588 00:28:30,168 --> 00:28:35,382 -Dr. Pierce, I am a 60-year-old widow rebuilding her life. 589 00:28:35,423 --> 00:28:37,175 I don't got time for such trifles. 590 00:28:37,300 --> 00:28:41,137 Life's too short. Isn't it? Isn't it? 591 00:28:41,221 --> 00:28:45,100 Yes, it is. Yes, it is. 592 00:28:45,183 --> 00:28:48,019 -Think of all this surgery could do for us. 593 00:28:49,062 --> 00:28:51,648 No more money wasted on rehab. 594 00:28:51,690 --> 00:28:54,776 I could finally give you that life you always wanted. 595 00:28:55,902 --> 00:28:58,238 -All I've ever wanted was you. 596 00:29:00,407 --> 00:29:04,703 What if -- What if this surgery changes you? 597 00:29:04,744 --> 00:29:06,579 -You heard the doctor. 598 00:29:06,663 --> 00:29:08,623 I'll still be me. 599 00:29:08,748 --> 00:29:10,583 Just a better version. 600 00:29:13,712 --> 00:29:17,215 Maybe if this works, 601 00:29:17,257 --> 00:29:19,050 you could get it, too. 602 00:29:19,092 --> 00:29:21,553 We'd be in it together. 603 00:29:21,594 --> 00:29:23,388 -What do I need the surgery for? 604 00:29:23,513 --> 00:29:25,223 -Gracie, come on. 605 00:29:26,307 --> 00:29:28,351 You could drink me under the table. 606 00:29:28,435 --> 00:29:31,187 -That doesn't make me a drunk. 607 00:29:31,271 --> 00:29:32,564 If you want to quit drinking, fine, 608 00:29:32,605 --> 00:29:34,274 but don't put your stuff on me. 609 00:29:34,357 --> 00:29:35,984 -Look, I'm ready for this. 610 00:29:37,694 --> 00:29:39,404 I need it. 611 00:29:41,740 --> 00:29:44,701 But I also need you. 612 00:29:44,743 --> 00:29:46,327 My good luck charm. 613 00:29:50,457 --> 00:29:52,751 -You have me. 614 00:29:54,461 --> 00:29:56,254 You know that. 615 00:29:58,715 --> 00:30:00,508 -So then do this with me. 616 00:30:02,135 --> 00:30:04,095 Come on. 617 00:30:04,220 --> 00:30:06,014 Get sober. 618 00:30:06,056 --> 00:30:08,224 -Benson... 619 00:30:08,308 --> 00:30:10,143 -Do it for us. 620 00:30:12,312 --> 00:30:13,938 Please. 621 00:30:35,335 --> 00:30:38,672 -Dr. Dang, we're so excited to hear from you today. 622 00:30:38,755 --> 00:30:40,298 -Happy to be here. 623 00:30:40,423 --> 00:30:41,925 [ Clears throat ] 624 00:30:42,008 --> 00:30:44,094 -Your proposal is impressive. -Thank you. 625 00:30:44,177 --> 00:30:46,221 -How do you plan on balancing your grant work 626 00:30:46,304 --> 00:30:48,014 with your current caseload? 627 00:30:48,139 --> 00:30:50,183 -Well, I love working with my patients, of course, 628 00:30:50,266 --> 00:30:51,685 but even in my first year, 629 00:30:51,726 --> 00:30:53,395 I've already successfully completed 630 00:30:53,478 --> 00:30:54,854 three research projects. 631 00:30:54,938 --> 00:30:56,981 I rely on a three-pronged approach -- 632 00:30:57,065 --> 00:30:59,859 communication, structure, and transparency. 633 00:30:59,901 --> 00:31:02,946 -Oh, wow. Um... [ Clears throat ] 634 00:31:03,029 --> 00:31:04,656 That's a great question. 635 00:31:04,781 --> 00:31:07,033 I guess I haven't really thought about it. 636 00:31:07,158 --> 00:31:08,952 Uh, you know, 637 00:31:08,993 --> 00:31:10,995 I've never really been great at time management. 638 00:31:11,079 --> 00:31:12,622 It is my one flaw. 639 00:31:12,706 --> 00:31:14,749 -Why don't you tell us what made you interested 640 00:31:14,833 --> 00:31:16,710 in pursuing this particular grant? 641 00:31:16,751 --> 00:31:18,378 -The statistics of how difficult it is 642 00:31:18,420 --> 00:31:19,921 for patients living with mental illness 643 00:31:20,005 --> 00:31:22,298 to get care are staggering, and the cost 644 00:31:22,340 --> 00:31:24,801 that society then has to bear is unsustainable. 645 00:31:24,926 --> 00:31:27,595 -So, Dr. Dang, why do you want this? 646 00:31:39,357 --> 00:31:43,570 -When I was young, my sister battled depression for years 647 00:31:43,695 --> 00:31:45,989 before taking her own life. 648 00:31:46,072 --> 00:31:48,950 My parents made it impossible 649 00:31:49,075 --> 00:31:53,163 for her to talk about what she was going through. 650 00:31:53,246 --> 00:31:56,583 She was alone. 651 00:31:56,666 --> 00:31:59,586 And she shouldn't have been. 652 00:31:59,711 --> 00:32:01,880 As providers, we should be there for our patients, 653 00:32:01,921 --> 00:32:05,717 especially when no one else is. 654 00:32:05,759 --> 00:32:08,345 I want to make sure that when patients come into our hospital, 655 00:32:08,386 --> 00:32:10,805 they have someone who is going to protect them, 656 00:32:10,847 --> 00:32:13,516 someone... 657 00:32:13,600 --> 00:32:16,811 who has the patient's best interests at heart. 658 00:32:19,898 --> 00:32:21,983 No matter what. 659 00:32:26,905 --> 00:32:31,159 Maybe if my sister had had that... 660 00:32:33,745 --> 00:32:35,997 ...she would still be here. 661 00:32:45,715 --> 00:32:47,842 -Good run? 662 00:32:47,926 --> 00:32:50,011 -Well, if it isn't Dr. Pot-Stirrer. 663 00:32:50,095 --> 00:32:53,181 Thank you for introducing my boyfriend to my ex. 664 00:32:53,264 --> 00:32:54,766 -Well, thank you for introducing me 665 00:32:54,849 --> 00:32:57,519 to the wonderful world of dating apps. 666 00:32:57,602 --> 00:32:59,688 Besides, I did you a favor. 667 00:32:59,771 --> 00:33:01,815 It was gonna come out eventually. 668 00:33:02,732 --> 00:33:04,651 Let me ask you something. 669 00:33:04,734 --> 00:33:09,864 As chief, you have access to all HR files, right? 670 00:33:09,948 --> 00:33:11,866 So you know who reported me? 671 00:33:11,950 --> 00:33:14,494 -Carol, you know I can't -- 672 00:33:14,536 --> 00:33:17,163 -You don't have to confirm or deny. 673 00:33:18,665 --> 00:33:20,583 I think it was Dr. Dang. 674 00:33:20,625 --> 00:33:22,961 I sit on the board for a grant she's applying for, 675 00:33:23,003 --> 00:33:24,546 but she couldn't even look at me 676 00:33:24,587 --> 00:33:26,339 while she talked about her sister's death. 677 00:33:26,381 --> 00:33:29,843 It was a suicide, and Alison's case 678 00:33:29,884 --> 00:33:32,804 must have reminded her of her sister. 679 00:33:33,930 --> 00:33:36,182 It felt like she'd wanted me to know it was her. 680 00:33:36,266 --> 00:33:37,726 -How do you feel about that? 681 00:33:37,767 --> 00:33:40,395 -How do you think I feel about that, Josh? 682 00:33:40,520 --> 00:33:42,188 I don't like it. 683 00:33:42,313 --> 00:33:44,733 Look, I'm glad that she had the strength to stand up 684 00:33:44,816 --> 00:33:47,944 for what she believed in, and I was wrong. 685 00:33:48,028 --> 00:33:50,739 I have accepted that. 686 00:33:50,822 --> 00:33:54,659 But I am just so frustrated. 687 00:33:54,701 --> 00:33:56,119 -Carol, you're a good doctor. 688 00:33:56,244 --> 00:33:58,246 Don't let this convince you otherwise. 689 00:33:58,371 --> 00:34:01,291 -And as much as Wolf makes a fuss, 690 00:34:01,374 --> 00:34:03,543 he cares about those interns. 691 00:34:03,668 --> 00:34:06,296 Dana reporting me, he'll see that as a betrayal, 692 00:34:06,463 --> 00:34:08,840 and he cannot handle that. 693 00:34:08,882 --> 00:34:14,554 -Well, then we should make sure 694 00:34:14,637 --> 00:34:16,931 that he doesn't find out. 695 00:34:26,441 --> 00:34:30,779 -Benson, should we wait for Grace Ann? 696 00:34:30,862 --> 00:34:32,947 -Uh, she ain't coming. 697 00:34:35,075 --> 00:34:37,952 I'd do anything for that girl. 698 00:34:38,078 --> 00:34:39,621 -♪ Almost heaven ♪ 699 00:34:39,704 --> 00:34:41,122 -You just can't see what you can't see. 700 00:34:41,247 --> 00:34:43,041 -♪ West Virginia ♪ 701 00:34:44,292 --> 00:34:46,127 -No. -♪ Blue Ridge Mountains ♪ 702 00:34:47,379 --> 00:34:49,547 -I gotta take this ride on my own. 703 00:34:50,840 --> 00:34:53,301 -Well, I'll see you on the other side, partner. 704 00:34:53,385 --> 00:34:56,513 -♪ Older than the trees ♪ 705 00:34:56,554 --> 00:35:03,561 ♪ Younger than the mountains, growing like the breeze ♪ 706 00:35:03,645 --> 00:35:10,026 ♪ Country roads, take me home ♪ 707 00:35:10,151 --> 00:35:15,907 ♪ To the place where I belong ♪ 708 00:35:15,990 --> 00:35:18,410 -You're quite impressive, Dr. Wolf. 709 00:35:18,493 --> 00:35:21,705 It's not easy getting people to accept help. 710 00:35:21,788 --> 00:35:24,416 Sometimes we can be our own worst enemies. 711 00:35:26,126 --> 00:35:29,796 -♪ Country roads ♪ 712 00:35:29,879 --> 00:35:35,343 ♪ I hear her voice in the morning hour, she calls me ♪ 713 00:35:35,385 --> 00:35:41,725 ♪ Radio reminds me of my home far away ♪ 714 00:35:41,808 --> 00:35:45,812 ♪ Driving down the road, I get a feeling ♪ 715 00:35:45,895 --> 00:35:55,280 ♪ Like I should have been home yesterday, yesterday ♪ 716 00:35:55,405 --> 00:35:59,242 -Oh! We almost torched your winter wear. 717 00:35:59,325 --> 00:36:00,660 Van and Jacob are lucky. 718 00:36:00,827 --> 00:36:02,912 They are the only odd couple I'd cook for. 719 00:36:03,038 --> 00:36:04,205 -Can you check my phone and see 720 00:36:04,289 --> 00:36:06,875 how long we bake this bad boy for? 721 00:36:07,000 --> 00:36:10,879 -♪ Where I belong ♪ 722 00:36:10,962 --> 00:36:14,341 -Um... -[ Phone chimes ] 723 00:36:14,424 --> 00:36:17,427 Oh, my God. Dana, the grant committee. 724 00:36:17,469 --> 00:36:19,262 -They e-mailed? 725 00:36:19,346 --> 00:36:21,389 Quick. Open it. 726 00:36:25,393 --> 00:36:27,937 -Dana, you did it. You got the grant! 727 00:36:28,104 --> 00:36:29,522 -I got it? -You got it! 728 00:36:29,606 --> 00:36:31,274 -I got it! -You got it! 729 00:36:31,358 --> 00:36:33,985 [ Both laughing and screaming indistinctly ] 730 00:36:34,027 --> 00:36:36,488 -I got it, I got it, I got it. 731 00:36:36,571 --> 00:36:39,657 [ Both laughing ] 732 00:36:39,741 --> 00:36:42,077 [ Sighs ] I wish we both could have won. 733 00:36:42,160 --> 00:36:43,328 I'd go splitsies with you any day. 734 00:36:43,370 --> 00:36:46,122 -No, stop it! You deserve this. 735 00:36:46,206 --> 00:36:47,749 -Thanks. 736 00:36:47,832 --> 00:36:49,542 It was tough putting myself out there like that, 737 00:36:49,668 --> 00:36:52,712 but it was worth it. 738 00:36:52,754 --> 00:36:55,090 -I'm proud of you for being open. 739 00:36:56,591 --> 00:36:58,760 I wanted to talk about my birth mom during the interview, 740 00:36:58,885 --> 00:37:00,553 but I didn't. 741 00:37:00,679 --> 00:37:02,263 My whole life, I told myself not to think about her. 742 00:37:02,347 --> 00:37:06,476 But now I am thinking about her, and... 743 00:37:06,518 --> 00:37:08,645 I want to find her. 744 00:37:08,728 --> 00:37:11,106 -That's amazing, Ericka. 745 00:37:11,147 --> 00:37:16,277 Let me offer my finest stalking services, 746 00:37:16,403 --> 00:37:18,613 -free of charge. -Oh. 747 00:37:18,697 --> 00:37:21,866 [ Indistinct conversation ] 748 00:37:21,950 --> 00:37:23,660 [ Knock on wall ] 749 00:37:23,743 --> 00:37:26,121 -I'm starting to wonder if I'm the only food motivated one 750 00:37:26,246 --> 00:37:27,455 in this relationship. 751 00:37:27,580 --> 00:37:29,749 -Shoot. Dinner. 752 00:37:29,833 --> 00:37:31,710 Totally lost track of time. 753 00:37:31,751 --> 00:37:33,795 -Sorry, babe. -It's okay. 754 00:37:33,878 --> 00:37:36,339 You'll make it up to me. 755 00:37:36,423 --> 00:37:38,174 I met your colleague Dr. Wolf. 756 00:37:38,216 --> 00:37:41,511 Nice guy. He seems to care a lot about his patients. 757 00:37:41,553 --> 00:37:42,887 Like someone I know. 758 00:37:42,929 --> 00:37:45,056 -Yeah, yeah, he's a good doctor. 759 00:37:45,181 --> 00:37:47,684 Don't really know him that well. Hey, are you, uh, ready for dinner? 760 00:37:47,809 --> 00:37:48,810 -Sure. -I'm sure we can still 761 00:37:48,935 --> 00:37:50,812 make our reservation. 762 00:38:02,115 --> 00:38:04,409 -How long have you been there? 763 00:38:04,492 --> 00:38:07,996 -It was actually impressive how you advocated for DBS. 764 00:38:08,079 --> 00:38:10,665 I wasn't sure it was suitable for an alcoholic, 765 00:38:10,749 --> 00:38:13,752 but going after an experimental for this patient? 766 00:38:13,835 --> 00:38:15,754 That's the kind of leadership that I want to embody. 767 00:38:15,837 --> 00:38:18,089 -Well, addicts deserve a second chance. 768 00:38:19,090 --> 00:38:21,384 Perhaps your father could have used one. 769 00:38:21,468 --> 00:38:23,511 Your mother opened up to me during her treatment. 770 00:38:23,595 --> 00:38:25,138 She said your father started drinking 771 00:38:25,221 --> 00:38:26,931 long before she got sick. 772 00:38:26,973 --> 00:38:28,558 Neither of you were responsible. 773 00:38:28,683 --> 00:38:30,810 -Neither was I. -Is that how this works? 774 00:38:30,935 --> 00:38:32,645 You tell me a nice, little fun fact about my family, 775 00:38:32,771 --> 00:38:35,815 -and we're all good? -Charlie, what do you want? 776 00:38:38,526 --> 00:38:42,405 -To be honest, I wanted you to fire me after that gala speech. 777 00:38:42,489 --> 00:38:43,865 I did what I came here to do. 778 00:38:43,948 --> 00:38:46,785 But someone reminded me I'm a good doctor. 779 00:38:46,826 --> 00:38:48,536 Maybe I want to stick around, 780 00:38:48,620 --> 00:38:52,123 maybe run a department like this one day. 781 00:38:52,165 --> 00:38:53,750 -Revenge is a ravenous beast. 782 00:38:53,833 --> 00:38:55,543 If you let it, this obsession with the past 783 00:38:55,627 --> 00:38:56,753 will tear you apart. 784 00:38:56,836 --> 00:38:59,130 Focus on your future. 785 00:39:10,350 --> 00:39:12,560 -Addiction isn't a loop. 786 00:39:12,686 --> 00:39:14,729 It's a spiral. 787 00:39:17,565 --> 00:39:20,276 You may think you're moving forward, 788 00:39:20,402 --> 00:39:22,654 but it's only when you hit the bottom 789 00:39:22,737 --> 00:39:25,573 that you realize you've just been going down. 790 00:39:29,869 --> 00:39:33,373 [ Toilet flushes, door opens ] 791 00:39:33,456 --> 00:39:36,042 -Left the front door unlocked for you. 792 00:39:37,544 --> 00:39:40,672 Made you a set of keys so you don't have to break the window. 793 00:39:46,386 --> 00:39:49,264 -Um... 794 00:39:49,347 --> 00:39:52,017 What else can you tell me about my father? 795 00:39:52,100 --> 00:39:54,936 -Look. Usually, I live for some drama, 796 00:39:55,020 --> 00:39:56,813 but I'm not really trying to get involved 797 00:39:56,855 --> 00:39:58,523 in whatever's going on between you and your dad. 798 00:39:58,606 --> 00:40:00,025 -Well, what's going on between you two? 799 00:40:00,066 --> 00:40:01,651 You said you had an arrangement. 800 00:40:01,735 --> 00:40:03,153 You water his plants. In exchange for what? 801 00:40:03,278 --> 00:40:05,780 -Are you hungry? We could order a pizza. 802 00:40:05,864 --> 00:40:08,116 What are your thoughts on stuffed crust? 803 00:40:08,158 --> 00:40:10,452 [ Yawns ] 804 00:40:10,535 --> 00:40:11,911 -When's the last time you slept? 805 00:40:11,995 --> 00:40:14,622 -I don't sleep. Not much. 806 00:40:14,706 --> 00:40:16,541 Your dad's the one who suggested edibles. 807 00:40:16,583 --> 00:40:18,293 They haven't been helping. 808 00:40:21,254 --> 00:40:22,380 -He was treating you. 809 00:40:22,505 --> 00:40:24,174 -Kind of. 810 00:40:24,257 --> 00:40:26,217 He heard me screaming in the middle of the night. 811 00:40:26,259 --> 00:40:28,386 I have these crazy dreams. 812 00:40:28,470 --> 00:40:30,138 And then I wake up, unable to move -- 813 00:40:30,180 --> 00:40:32,307 -Sleep paralysis. -That's what your dad said. 814 00:40:32,349 --> 00:40:35,060 I started talking to him about my symptoms. 815 00:40:35,143 --> 00:40:37,103 One day, I guess I had a seizure. 816 00:40:37,228 --> 00:40:40,732 Noah offered to be my doctor, pro bono. 817 00:40:40,815 --> 00:40:43,026 -He always liked to make house calls when I was a kid. 818 00:40:43,109 --> 00:40:44,444 -So I bartered with him. 819 00:40:44,611 --> 00:40:46,571 I didn't want to feel like a charity case. 820 00:40:46,738 --> 00:40:49,199 He'd be my doctor, and in return, 821 00:40:49,282 --> 00:40:52,660 I'd help him write his life story. 822 00:40:55,747 --> 00:40:58,249 He told me about you. 823 00:40:58,291 --> 00:41:01,336 How he lied about being dead. 824 00:41:01,378 --> 00:41:03,588 Wild. 825 00:41:05,924 --> 00:41:08,385 -You need a doctor. 826 00:41:08,510 --> 00:41:12,055 Why don't I treat you on the house? 827 00:41:12,138 --> 00:41:13,473 And in exchange, 828 00:41:13,640 --> 00:41:15,058 you can tell me what my father's been up to 829 00:41:15,141 --> 00:41:17,477 for the last 30 years. 830 00:41:20,647 --> 00:41:22,691 -Got yourself a deal. 831 00:41:30,949 --> 00:41:32,367 -Greg, move your head. 832 00:41:37,956 --> 00:41:47,007 ♪♪ 833 00:41:47,173 --> 00:41:56,391 ♪♪ 834 00:41:56,433 --> 00:42:05,734 ♪♪