Ep 19. What Have I Done To Deserve This?

After the explosive events of the previous episode, the doctors at Seattle Grace Hospital are still reeling from the aftermath. "What Have I Done To Deserve This?" begins with tensions high as the staff prepares to treat a young girl with a serious case of scoliosis. In the midst of this, Dr. Bailey is struggling to cope with a personal crisis that threatens to derail her career.

Meanwhile, Dr. Burke and Cristina continue to navigate the complicated waters of their relationship as they try to maintain a balance between their personal and professional lives. At the same time, Izzie and Alex are still dealing with the fallout from their relationship, which has become increasingly complicated over the past few episodes.

As the episode progresses, the tension only continues to mount. Dr. Shepherd finds himself caught in the middle of a difficult situation when a patient's husband threatens to sue the hospital. And as the day wears on, Meredith's own personal demons begin to take hold as she struggles to come to terms with the events of the past few weeks.

Despite the heavy subject matter, "What Have I Done To Deserve This?" is not without moments of levity. In particular, the scenes between Dr. Burke and Cristina are especially delightful, as they struggle to keep their relationship secret from the rest of the staff.

Ultimately, though, the heart of the episode lies in the characters' struggles to overcome the obstacles that stand in their way. From Dr. Bailey's personal crisis to Meredith's emotional struggles, the show once again proves that it is not afraid to tackle the difficult issues that doctors and patients face every day.

All in all, "What Have I Done To Deserve This?" is a powerful episode that showcases the show's strong writing and excellent ensemble cast. Fans of Grey's Anatomy will find plenty to love in this intense and emotional installment.