Ep 8. The Dance We Do (AKA Rapid Cycling)

In ER Season 7 Episode 8, titled "The Dance We Do" (AKA Rapid Cycling), we see Dr. John Carter struggling to come to terms with the fact that his grandfather is dying. As he tries to hold on to hope and do everything in his power to save his grandfather, he finds himself struggling with the familiar feelings of anger and frustration that he experienced when his cousin died a few years earlier.

Meanwhile, Dr. Mark Greene is dealing with his own set of emotions as his father's health declines rapidly. As he tries to juggle his duties as a doctor with his duties as a son, he finds himself struggling to keep his emotions in check.

In the midst of all this, the emergency room is filled with a variety of cases to keep the doctors on their toes. Dr. Kerry Weaver must deal with a patient who is suffering from rapid cycling, a condition which causes them to experience intense mood swings in a short amount of time.

Dr. Elizabeth Corday and her fiancé, Mark, are having trouble finding time for each other amidst all the chaos of the ER. They both struggle to balance their personal lives with their demanding careers, and must come to a decision about what is most important to them.

As the episode progresses, we see each of the doctors dealing with their own personal struggles in various ways. Some cope by throwing themselves into their work, while others seek solace in each other's company.

Overall, "The Dance We Do" is a poignant episode that explores the complex emotions and challenges faced by doctors who must balance their own personal lives with the demands of their profession. Through moments of heartache and triumph, the characters learn to navigate the trials and tribulations of life in the ER, coming to understand the value of love, friendship, and the human connection.