Ep 5. Flight of Fancy

The ER season 7 episode 5 is named Flight of Fancy. In this episode, the staff of County General Hospital found themselves dealing with the aftermath of a plane crash where over two dozen casualties were brought in from a nearby airport. Among the injured was a woman named Nancy who sustained severe injuries to her spinal cord. Doctor John Carter decided to take on the challenge of treating her, despite the odds being against her.

Doctor Abby Lockhart struggled to keep a young girl alive whose parents were killed in the plane crash. She had to make some tough decisions and had to fight to save the girl's life. Meanwhile, Doctor Mark Greene had to deal with a difficult patient who needed surgery but refused to be treated by a woman doctor.

Nurse Carol Hathaway, who previously left the hospital to focus on her family, returned in this episode to help with the overwhelming influx of patients. She was happy to be back and reunited with her friends, including Doctor Doug Ross who she had a complicated history with. While working together, they both realized that there may still be feelings between them and begin to explore the possibility of rekindling their relationship.

In addition to the plane crash victims, the hospital also had to deal with several other cases including a young woman with a collapsed lung and an elderly woman who was experiencing heart problems. The staff worked tirelessly to save their patients, but they were stretched thin as more and more patients arrived.

The episode was filled with tension and drama as the staff tried to save the lives of the patients. Doctor Carter's determination to help Nancy overcome her paralysis was inspiring, even in the face of her grim prognosis. Doctor Lockhart's struggle to keep the young girl alive was heartbreaking, and her determination to do whatever it takes to save her was admirable. Doctor Greene's battle with the difficult patient highlighted the sexism still present in the medical field, and his efforts to educate the patient on the importance of having a qualified doctor was a powerful moment.

The addition of Nurse Hathaway's return added an extra layer of emotion to the episode, as she was able to reconnect with her former colleagues and reflect on her life choices. The potential rekindling of her and Doctor Ross's relationship had viewers on the edge of their seats, wondering what would happen next.

Overall, ER season 7 episode 5 Flight of Fancy was a gripping and emotional episode that showcased the dedication and perseverance of the hospital staff in the face of tragedy. It dealt with difficult topics such as paralysis, sexism in medicine, and the loss of loved ones. Despite the challenges, the staff worked together to save as many lives as possible, providing a glimmer of hope in even the darkest of situations.