In the second episode of Grey's Anatomy's landmark 20th season, "Keep the
Family Close," the doctors of Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital are faced with a new
set of challenges, both personal and professional.
New Interns, New Challenges
The episode opens with the new interns struggling to prove themselves to the attending physicians. Bailey has implemented a new policy that requires them to complete a series of basic procedures before they can be allowed back in surgery. This frustrates some of the interns, who feel like they are not being given the chance to learn and grow.
Simone Griffin and Lucas Russell find themselves on a case with Miranda Bailey and Winston. They are treating a young John Doe who has been shot three times. They discover that he has stashed wads of cash under his pant legs, and Miranda tells Lucas he is in charge of the money until the police come. But when the patient seemingly dies on the OR table, Blue asks if he can practice heart massage, much to Lucas' annoyance. By some miracle, the patient's heart starts to beat again, and he is saved.
Family Drama
Meanwhile, Jules Warren is treating a pregnant patient who hurt her back during a game. She finds herself annoyed at the loud, boisterous family, but she eventually comes to respect their love and support for their daughter.
Amelia Shepherd steps up to help when a pregnant patient needs an emergency surgery to deliver her premature baby. She is able to save both the mother and the baby, and she is praised for her quick thinking and surgical skills.
Personal Struggles
In the midst of the medical drama, the characters of Grey's Anatomy are also dealing with their own personal struggles. Meredith Grey is still struggling to come to terms with the death of her husband, Derek Shepherd. She finds solace in her relationship with Nick Marsh, but she is also afraid to let herself love again.
Miranda Bailey is dealing with the stress of her new job as chief of surgery. She is also trying to help her son, Tuck, who is struggling with his identity.
Teddy Altman is recovering from her gunshot wound. She is grateful for the support of her friends and colleagues, but she is also struggling with the emotional trauma of the event.
The episode ends with a cliffhanger that leaves fans eager to see what lies ahead for the characters of Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital.
Analysis: A Solid Follow-Up to a Strong Premiere
"Keep the Family Close" is a solid follow-up to the strong premiere of Grey's Anatomy's 20th season. The episode is full of medical drama, personal struggles, and cliffhangers.
The episode also continues to develop the new class of interns. Simone and Lucas are both interesting characters, and it will be interesting to see how they grow and develop throughout the season.
The episode also touches on a number of important social issues, such as gun violence, homophobia, and transgender rights. These issues are handled with sensitivity and thoughtfulness, and they add another layer of depth to the show.
Overall, "Keep the Family Close" is an entertaining and thought-provoking episode of Grey's Anatomy. Fans of the show will not want to miss it.
Additional Thoughts:
The episode is a good example of how Grey's Anatomy can balance medical drama with personal stories.
The show continues to do a good job of addressing important social issues.
The new class of interns is a welcome addition to the show.