Ep 7. Can We Start Again, Please?

In the 7th episode of the 11th season of Grey's Anatomy titled "Can We Start Again, Please?", the doctors at Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital deal with the aftermath of the cyber attack on the hospital's computer system. As a result of the attack, all patient files and medical records have been erased, forcing doctors to rely on their memory and instincts to treat their patients.

In the opening scene, we see Bailey struggling to access medical records while treating a patient who has come in with severe abdominal pain. She quickly realizes that she has to rely on her experience and intuition to diagnose and treat the patient. Meanwhile, Meredith is put in charge of the ER and has to deal with a stream of patients coming in with various ailments.

As the episode progresses, we see the doctors working together to treat their patients without access to medical records. However, soon they discover that the cyber attack was not just an external breach but had an inside job involvement too. This revelation shakes the hospital, and everyone is on high alert, wondering who could be responsible for such a malicious act.

In the midst of all this chaos, Meredith's half-sister, Maggie, has a breakthrough in her research and excitement ensues when she brings her findings to her colleagues. But things take a rough turn when she realizes that her publication slot has been taken by someone else. This leaves Maggie disappointed and frustrated and she takes it out on Meredith as their relationship is still a bit rocky from the revelation of their familial connection.

Elsewhere, Richard Webber is treating a patient, and as they discuss personal details, Webber realizes that he may have actually met the patient before. His attempts to recall the details only make him more anxious and agitated, leading him to believe that he is experiencing the early stages of Alzheimer's. This realization disturbs him, and he decides to avoid further tests, thinking that his illness will interfere with his ability to perform his duties.

In yet another twist, we see that Callie and Arizona are dealing with their relationship issues and struggling to come to terms with their current situation. Arizona is unable to forgive Callie for nearly taking her daughter away and Callie is uncertain if she is ready to be fully committed to Arizona.

The episode concludes with a cathartic moment where the doctors finally see the importance of communication and turning towards each other for help in tough situations. They all agree that in challenging times, turning to one another is the best course of action.

In conclusion, the 7th episode of the 11th season of Grey's Anatomy, "Can We Start Again, Please?", showcases the doctors at their best as they are forced to rely on their instincts and memory when dealing with patients after a cyber attack destroys all the medical records. Amidst all the chaos, we also see the characters dealing with their personal and relationship issues, which adds an emotional dimension to the story. The episode ends with a strong message of communication and togetherness, emphasizing the importance of leaning on each other during times of trouble.