Give Peace a Chance

Season 6, Episode 7, Aired
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When a lab technician from the hospital has an inoperable tumor wrapped around his spine, he asks Derek to do the impossible. Derek tests the Chief's authority by moving forward with the risky surgery. Meanwhile, Alex continues to be tested emotionally over his situation with Izzie, and the rest of the doctors compete with each other to prove their talents.moreless
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  • Patrick Dempsey Special..any need??

    7.0
    "Good"
    By sequoa84, Oct 28, 2010 Report Abuse
    Patrick Dempsey might be one good reason why millions of female (and some men)tune in to watch Grey's Anatomy. I get it, he is like the heartthrob of the show, and honestly that's not why I tune in and it's about time they gave him a realistic storyline. I still do not get why he is so invincible, why is he the next best thing to god, and why on earth do we need an complete episode centered around him. Once the show starts to single out actors and dedicates a full hour of screen time on them, that's exactly where you lose it. And yes, I did rate this a 7 -reason being the story was still good and had a theatrical drama like feel to it. And the diaper comedy was definitely laughable.moreless

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  • Contrary to my expectations, this new format is quite likeable!

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    By FreelancerJo, Sep 26, 2010 Report Abuse
    I can't say that I miss the cancer drama, or Izzie, or Meredith for that matter. I am liking this lighter, more upbeat version of Grey's Anatomy. This was actually a nice episode. I was generally involved with the patient of the week's story. That almost never happens to me. I found the story inspiring, instead of the usual doctor drama we get week after week. I look forward to more of this. I don't look forward to Izzie's return, nor Meredith's, because I fear the show will revert back to its dispicable ways...

    On another note, if I see Christina whining about her wasted perfect surgical hands one more time, I will scream. Either quit, or live with it, but please get a grip.moreless

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  • Best episode ever.

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    By YoussefKettani, Sep 26, 2010 Report Abuse
    A lot of suspense, intrigue, futures in the balance, and life-changing bets made this episode one of the best if not THE best in the whole six seasons of the series. I am sincerely hoping to see more of the kind but with more of Meredith's presence in them. It showed me how worthy and rewarding efforts can be. All of these factors literally kept me stuck me to my screen while I was watching it. I thought it was good enough to be turned into a movie or at least a series finale or special episode. I would like to thank ABC for providing us with such a human and emotionally challenging show. Thank you CBS.moreless

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  • Another amazing episode

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    By nicolasrch, Sep 26, 2010 Report Abuse
    I thought last week was amazing, but this one...I can't decide if it was better or what...an all Derek episode was a smart idea. It's a character I'm very fond of. Even though last season he had that pregnant woman storyline which almost led him to drop medicine, he is the center of attention this time.
    Lexie is now a character I really like too, every week she keeps bringing good performances. Meredith had more screen time I think, and it was worth it. When they are in bed talking about the tumor and he draws in the wall, I loved that scene. It's great to see what they have become.
    Lastly, Chandra Wilson's direction, nicely done! She did a good job.

    I can't complain about this season, the way they are experimenting new things...so far it's been awesome.moreless

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  • Great!

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    By slexie4eva, Sep 26, 2010 Report Abuse
    A very interesting and surprising episode. Derek's case was truly one in a million and even though this is Grey's, there was still a chance of failure. Lexie's diaper monologue was wonderful and I'm glad how she and Cristina seem to be getting closer. There were some great Callie/Arizona and Mark/Lexie moments in this episode, i.e. holding hands (Callie/Arizona) and the "You love me" line (Mark/ Lexie).

    Alex was really emotional in this episode and I felt really sorry for him, even though he acted like an ass in some moments. Reed is starting to grow on me, but I'm not liking Jacskon so much after this one.

    I hope Izze and Mer get back and that we have more episodes like this.moreless

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    • International Episode Titles:
      Czech Republic: Řez naslepo (Cutting Blind)

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    • Original International Air Dates:
      Latin America: December 14, 2009 on Sony Entertainment Television (a.k.a. Canal Sony)
      Finland: December 16, 2009 on Nelonen
      Australia: February 23, 2010 on Channel 7
      The Netherlands: March 15, 2010 on Net5
      Germany: May 5, 2010 on ProSieben
      Norway: September 21, 2010 on TV2
      Czech Republic: August 1, 2011 on Prima LOVE

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    • Music Featured In This Episode: 1. Moon and Moon by Bat for Lashes Edit

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    • Derek: We can't keep doing this, Richard. I'm tired of fighting you. Let's just put this behind us and move on. I can, if you can. Richard: You're fired. Immediatly. Get the hell outta my hospital. Derek (exhales): Go home. Sleep on it. We'll talk more tomorrow. Edit
    • (Cristina is in the skills lab) Owen: You're standing to close. Cristina: No, I'm not. Owen: Yes, you are. I'll show you. Cristina: You? Look at your hands, they're hams. My are tiny little geniuses. Edit
    • Richard: Shouldn't you be in OR one? Owen: Yes, actually, but I, uh, swapped with Torres, she has an emergency laparotomy. Richard: Dr. Torres is doing a laparotomy? Callie (walks up): What am I doing? (Owen nods towards her) What? I just heard my name. Richard: He didn't cut the cord. (starts walking towards the OR) Callie: Bailey will stop 'em she's at the door. Owen: She's in the OR with Shepherd. Callie: Then who's at the door? (sees Arizona and mutters) Oh, my God. Arizona (standing in front of the door): No, no, whoa, whoa, whoa! Richard: Move! Arizona: No! Richard: Dr. Robbins! Arizona: I said no. Dr. Shepherd is operating on the inside of a man's spinal chord right now. Even the most minor disturbance could cause him to make a mistake on that patient- a patient who happens to work here, and whose life I personally would like to see Dr. Shepherd save. So no... you don't get to go in there and be a bully. Not today chief, not on my watch. (Richard turns and walks away, Arizona has tears in her eyes) Callie: Okay, I totally thought that was gonna end different. (Arizona starts sobbing on her shoulder) Yeah, more like that. Edit

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