Chicago Hope Season 1 Episode 12
Chicago Hope
Season 1

Ep 12. Great White Hope

  • Not Rated
  • January 16, 1995
  • 6.5  (29)

In season 1 episode 12 of Chicago Hope titled "Great White Hope," tensions are high as the hospital staff receives news that a famous basketball player, referred to as the Great White Hope, has been diagnosed with a serious heart condition and will be arriving for treatment.

As the hospital prepares for the arrival of the celebrity patient, Dr. Jeffrey Geiger, a talented but rebellious surgeon played by Mandy Patinkin, is determined to be the one to perform the life-saving surgery. However, he soon finds himself butting heads with Dr. Aaron Shutt, played by Adam Arkin, who also wants to take on the high-profile case.

The tension between the two doctors escalates as they each try to prove their superiority and earn the right to perform the delicate surgery. Meanwhile, the rest of the hospital staff is on high alert, as they struggle to maintain the privacy and security of the Great White Hope during his stay.

As the two doctors continue to clash, personal and professional issues come to the forefront, with both men revealing vulnerabilities and struggles that lie beneath their tough exterior. As the pressure continues to mount and the patient's condition grows more critical, the stakes become higher than ever before.

With its intense drama and complex characters, "Great White Hope" is a standout episode of Chicago Hope, showcasing the talented ensemble cast and delivering thought-provoking commentary on the nature of ambition, rivalry, and personal growth in the medical profession. Viewers will be riveted as they follow the twists and turns of this gripping episode, rooting for their favorite doctors and hoping for the best possible outcome for the Great White Hope and his dedicated medical team.

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In season 1 episode 12 of Chicago Hope titled "Great White Hope," tensions are high as the hospital staff receives news that a famous basketball player, referred to as the Great White Hope, has been diagnosed with a serious heart condition and will be arriving for treatment.

As the hospital prepares for the arrival of the celebrity patient, Dr. Jeffrey Geiger, a talented but rebellious surgeon played by Mandy Patinkin, is determined to be the one to perform the life-saving surgery. However, he soon finds himself butting heads with Dr. Aaron Shutt, played by Adam Arkin, who also wants to take on the high-profile case.

The tension between the two doctors escalates as they each try to prove their superiority and earn the right to perform the delicate surgery. Meanwhile, the rest of the hospital staff is on high alert, as they struggle to maintain the privacy and security of the Great White Hope during his stay.

As the two doctors continue to clash, personal and professional issues come to the forefront, with both men revealing vulnerabilities and struggles that lie beneath their tough exterior. As the pressure continues to mount and the patient's condition grows more critical, the stakes become higher than ever before.

With its intense drama and complex characters, "Great White Hope" is a standout episode of Chicago Hope, showcasing the talented ensemble cast and delivering thought-provoking commentary on the nature of ambition, rivalry, and personal growth in the medical profession. Viewers will be riveted as they follow the twists and turns of this gripping episode, rooting for their favorite doctors and hoping for the best possible outcome for the Great White Hope and his dedicated medical team.

  • First Aired
    January 16, 1995
  • Content Rating
    Not Rated
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.5  (29)
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