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The following is a complete episode list for the television show Scrubs, which began being broadcast on October 2, 2001. More extensive information on individual episodes, including full plot synopses and complete soundtrack information can be found here.

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NBC had announced that Scrubs would end after its seventh season, containing a reduced 18 episodes.[1] However the writer's strike ended up cutting the show's episodes down to 11, and Scrubs ended its run on NBC with a total of 150 episodes. However, as of mid-April of 2008, the cast returned to film an additional 18 episodes to be run as Season 8 by ABC. In addition, a special called "My Charlie Brown Christmas" was created by Daniel Russ and Ryan Levin for the Scrubs 2003 Christmas party, it is a re-cut and re-dub of A Charlie Brown Christmas, starring the cast of Scrubs.[2] All episode titles begin with the word "My", unless the bulk of the episode is narrated by someone other than J.D., in which case they are named "His Story", "Her Story", or "Their Story", with numbers denoting subsequent episodes by the same name.

As of May 8, 2008, 150 episodes of Scrubs have been broadcast. The first six seasons are available on DVD in Regions 1, 2 and 4.

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Series overview

Season Episodes Season Premiere Season Finale U.S. ratings DVD releases
Region 1 Region 2 Region 4
1 24 October 2, 2001 May 21, 2002 11.2 million (40th place) May 17, 2005 June 27, 2005 June 29, 2005
2 22 September 26, 2002 April 17, 2003 15.9 million (15th place) November 15, 2005 September 12, 2005 September 19, 2005
3 22 October 2, 2003 May 4, 2004 10.4 million (43rd place) May 9, 2006 February 13, 2006 February 22, 2006
4 25 August 31, 2004 May 10, 2005  6.9 million (88th place) October 10, 2006 September 18, 2006 September 27, 2006
5 24 January 3, 2006 May 16, 2006  6.4 million (98th place) May 22, 2007 June 18, 2007 June 6, 2007
6 22 November 30, 2006 May 17, 2007  6.4 million (87th place) October 30, 2007 January 14, 2008 December 5, 2007
7 11 October 25, 2007 May 8, 2008  6.38 million (115th place) November 11, 2008[3] TBA December 3, 2008
8 18 2008 2009 TBA TBA TBA TBA

Season 1: 2001-2002

The first season follows J.D. (Zach Braff)'s and his best friend Turk (Donald Faison)'s first year out of medical school as interns at Sacred Heart Hospital. J.D. quickly meets his reluctant mentor, Dr. Perry Cox (John C. McGinley); an attractive young woman (and fellow intern) named Elliot (Sarah Chalke), on whom he has a crush; the hospital's janitor (Neil Flynn), who goes out of his way to irritate J.D.; the Chief of Medicine, Dr. Bob Kelso (Ken Jenkins), who is more concerned about the budget than the patients; and Carla Espinosa (Judy Reyes), Turk's new girlfriend, who puts Turk through the trials and tribulations of being in a serious relationship. The characters face romances and relationship issues, family obligations, overwhelming paperwork, and a tremendous number of patients. The first season also introduces minor characters such as Todd, a surgeon and sexual deviant; Ted, the hospital's sad-sack lawyer; Laverne, a nurse and Carla's good friend; and Jordan Sullivan, an administrative official and Dr. Cox's ex-wife.

# Title Original airdate Production code Director Writer(s)
1 My First Day October 2, 2001 101 Adam Bernstein Bill Lawrence
In the series opener, all the major characters are introduced as they start life at Sacred Heart Hospital.

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2 My Mentor October 4, 2001 102 Adam Bernstein Bill Lawrence
J.D. tries to get to know Dr. Cox, but is rebuffed. Turk actively pursues Carla and succeeds through candor where swagger and machismo have failed. Elliot gets on the wrong side of Carla. J.D. tries to convince his patient (John Ducey) to quit smoking.

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3 My Best Friend's Mistake October 9, 2001 103 Adam Bernstein Eric Weinberg
Elliot takes issue with the terms of endearment Dr. Kelso uses for her, but naïvely follows Dr. Cox's advice and confronts Kelso about it. J.D. misses Turk's company because they are both too busy to hang out, and he worries that a patient's post-op reaction is Turk's fault. Elliot and J.D. are getting close, but an interrupted kiss might make the difference between being friends and something more.

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4 My Old Lady October 16, 2001 104 Marc Buckland Matt Tarses
The three interns have to face death for the first time: J.D.'s patient is a headstrong but kindly old woman, Turk's is a young man who just needs some company, and Elliot's is a Hispanic woman who does not speak any English. The episode's writer, Matt Tarses, won the 2002 Humanitas Prize in the 30 Minute Category for this episode.

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5 My Two Dads October 23, 2001 105 Craig Zisk Garrett Donovan & Neil Goldman
J.D. has to decide between Dr. Cox or Dr. Kelso as a mentor. The decision isn't made any easier when all three, along with Dr. Kelso's lapdog Dr. Steadman, play a game of golf together. Elliot believes her breasts to have healing powers. In order to make up to Carla, Turk gives her a pen that, unbeknownst to him, was previously removed from a patient's rectum. Dr. Cox's actions to help an uninsured patient earn him a suspension. Louie Anderson has a cameo role in this episode.
6 My Bad October 30, 2001 106 Marc Buckland Gabrielle Allan
Dr. Cox's suspension puts his future at the hospital in doubt. Elliot discovers her patient, Dr. Greenberg, is a psychiatrist. J.D. has a beautiful but self-absorbed board member as a patient, and he winds up having sex with her. Unfortunately, he finds out that she is Dr. Cox's ex-wife, Jordan (Christa Miller, in her first appearance in the series). J.D. tries to convince Jordan to help Dr. Cox. Wedding footage in the episode was taken from Miller's real-life wedding to series-creator Bill Lawrence.

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7 My Super Ego November 6, 2001 107 Peter Lauer Mike Schwartz
J.D. relishes being the best intern, but then has to face competition from fellow intern Nick Murdoch (Sean Hayes). Turk confronts his fear of making a mistake in surgery after thinking he has accidentally nicked a patient's colon.

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8 My Fifteen Minutes November 15, 2001 108 Lawrence Trilling Eric Weinberg
J.D. and Turk save the life of a TV cameraman, which makes them celebrities. Dr. Kelso decides to take advantage of this by using Turk in advertisements for the hospital aimed at the urban community, with slogans such as "Our MD's have Mad Skills" and "Time to Get an EKG, G". Cox is supposed to write J.D.'s intern evaluation but tells J.D. to do it himself. When J.D. refuses, Dr. Cox reveals that he wanted J.D. to do it so that he could discover his own shortcomings and judge himself.
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  • "Going Out With A Bang" by G-Sleep
  • "See Ya Around" by Keren DeBerg
  • "Wonderful" by Everclear
  • "The Street Beater" by Quincy Jones
  • "The Magician" by Bobby McCall Dontrell Mayfield
9 My Day Off November 20, 2001 109 Elodie Keene Janae Bakken
J.D. develops appendicitis and sees the hospital from the patients' point of view. Elliot and Turk are his medical and surgical interns respectively. Michael McDonald guest-stars as Mike Davis.
10 My Nickname November 27, 2001 110 Matthew Diamond Bill Lawrence
J.D. and Carla's relationship changes when he starts to have more medical knowledge than her and takes offense at her nickname for him ("Bambi"). Elliot treats Jill (Nicole Sullivan), a patient who's just as nervous and neurotic as she. The Janitor comes up with a new nickname for J.D.

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11 My Own Personal Jesus December 11, 2001 111 Jeff Melman Debra Fordham
Turk loses his faith in a just God after spending a night on call on Christmas Eve. Elliot searches for a missing pregnant girl. Dr. Cox assigns J.D. to videotape the childbirth of one of Dr. Cox's friends. The title refers to the song "Personal Jesus" by Depeche Mode.

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12 My Blind Date January 8, 2002 112 Marc Buckland Mark Stegemann
J.D. must look after a social worker, Alex, who slipped in the hospital and winds up stuck in an MRI machine. They flirt, but J.D. is reluctant to ask her out without knowing what she looks like. Elliot tries to gain Dr. Cox's favor the way J.D. has. Turk is angry at Carla when he thinks he may love her. Guest-stars include Michael McDonald as Mike Davis, Elizabeth Bogush as Alex, and Jimmie Walker as himself.

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  • "Easy Tonight" by Five for Fighting (in the television broadcast version; a different song plays in DVD release).
13 My Balancing Act January 15, 2002 113 Michael Spiller Neil Goldman & Garrett Donovan
J.D.'s relationship with Alex is jeopardized by the amount of time he spends at the hospital. Turk and Carla experience bedroom-related problems. Elizabeth Bogush guest-stars as Alex. The episode features an allusion to the book The House of God

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14 My Drug Buddy January 22, 2002 114 Michael Spiller Matt Tarses
When drugs go missing, Elliot suspects a patient who is a former drug addict, but Alex defends him. Elliot tells J.D. that she thinks Alex will hurt him and J.D. accuses her of being jealous. Alex ends up being the one who took the drugs. She and J.D. part on uncertain terms, and J.D. tries to confront Elliot about her accusation of the patient. Carla gets a ride from Dr. Kelso. Elizabeth Bogush guest-stars as Alex.

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15 My Bed Banter & Beyond February 5, 2002 115 Lawrence Trilling Gabrielle Allan
The episode switches between Elliot and J.D. spending a sex-filled day in bed and the ensuing weeks, where their new relationship breaks down. The hospital staff reveals their feelings to a psychologist.

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16 My Heavy Meddle February 26, 2002 116 Will Mackenzie Mike Schwartz
J.D. and Elliot are not talking to each other after breaking up, but with Turk's help they get on better terms. Dr. Cox goes on the rampage.

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17 My Student March 5, 2002 117 Matthew Diamond Story: Mark Stegemann, Teleplay: Janae Bakken & Debra Fordham
The interns receive their first medical students. J.D.'s is very much like he was at the beginning, Elliot's is a jerk but the son of the CEO of the corporation that owns the hospital, and Turk's is a smart, confident woman to whom Dr. Cox is attracted. Guest stars Kelli Williams as Kristen Murphy.

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18 My Tuscaloosa Heart March 12, 2002 118 Lawrence Trilling Story: Janae Bakken, Teleplay: Debra Fordham & Mark Stegemann
J.D. feels guilty when a rude patient, whom he ignored, dies. Carla assures him that it was the terminal cancer, but J.D. is unable to sleep. Dr. Cox is unable to decide between the three women he likes. Elliot and Turk discover a possible new side to Dr. Kelso. The title is taken from "My Tuscaloosa Heart" by Ken Jenkins, which features in the episode.
19 My Old Man April 9, 2002 119 Adam Bernstein Matt Tarses
The interns' parents come to visit. Carla deals with the fact that she is just like Turk's mother. Elliot questions why she became a doctor. Guest stars include R. Lee Ermey as the Janitor's father, Lane Davies as Elliot's father, Markie Post as Elliot's mother, with Hattie Winston as Turk's mom and John Ritter as J.D.'s father, Sam Dorian.

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20 My Way or the Highway April 16, 2002 120 Adam Bernstein Eric Weinberg
Due to Turk's competitiveness, Turk convinces J.D.'s patient to decide upon surgery instead of medicine, which angers J.D. Elliot falls for a patient, Sean (Scott Foley). Dr. Kelso fires two nurses and after Dr. Cox confronts him, he fires 'Coffee Nurse.' Guest stars Fred Stoller.
21 My Sacrificial Clam April 30, 2002 121 Marc Buckland Story: Debra Fordham, Teleplay: Janae Bakken & Mark Stegemann
J.D. is struck by a needle full of blood contaminated with Hepatitis B. Cleared from infection, he becomes scared of getting sick. Elliot chooses the hospital over her new boyfriend Sean (Scott Foley). Cameo appearance from William Daniels and Ed Begley Jr..

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22 My Occurrence May 7, 2002 122 Lawrence Trilling Bill Lawrence
(Part 1) Jordan's brother and Dr. Cox's best friend Ben (Brendan Fraser) comes into the hospital after piercing his hand with a nail-gun; however Dr. Cox and J.D. later become worried when his hand won't stop bleeding, with J.D. going into denial about the results of Ben's tests. A series of paperwork bungles nearly has Turk operate on the wrong patient, and has Elliot incorrectly inform Jill (Nicole Sullivan) that she's pregnant.

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23 My Hero May 14, 2002 123 Michael Spiller Garrett Donovan & Neil Goldman
(Part 2) Ben (Brendan Fraser) begins treatment for leukemia, but Dr. Cox has a hard time being supportive because he cares about Ben too much. Turk's ego takes a hit from the attending surgeon Dr. Wen, and Carla and Elliot scorch Dr. Kelso in a personal review. J.D. is very spooked to discover that the janitor knows far too much about him. Guest stars Lela Lee as Bonnie.

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24 My Last Day May 21, 2002 124 Michael Spiller Gabrielle Allan & Mike Schwartz
The interns realize they have become jaded after working at the hospital for a year, and they decide to treat a patient aggressively. After Dr. Cox chides Jordan for her predictability, she reveals all the main characters' secrets to each other.

Featured music:

  • "Away" by Leroy
  • "Beautiful World" by Colin Hay

Season 2: 2002-2003

The second season focuses on Dr. John Dorian's second year practicing medicine at Sacred Heart, where he is now a resident. In the season opener, everyone is still in shock from the secrets Jordan just revealed ("My Last Day"). As the season develops, J.D.'s older brother Dan (Tom Cavanagh) comes to visit, money issues affect J.D., Elliot, and Turk, Turk proposes to Carla, and Elliot finds a new boyfriend, a nurse named Paul Flowers (Ricky Schroeder). Dr. Cox resumes a sexual relationship with his ex-wife Jordan, with quite unexpected results.

# Title Original airdate Production code Director Writer(s)
25 My Overkill September 26, 2002 201 Adam Bernstein Bill Lawrence
After Jordan revealed that she slept with J.D., he expects the worst from Dr. Cox. Elliot, embarrassed by Jordan's revelation about her lingering feelings for J.D., is avoiding J.D. at all costs. Carla is angry with Turk for not telling her that Dr. Cox was in love with her, and Dr. Cox is annoyed at Dr. Kelso for being played for a non-existent promotion and at J.D. for sleeping with Jordan. Guest-stars Colin Hay as the troubadour.

A new design for the opening credits was introduced with this episode, with Neil Flynn (the "Janitor") listed as a regular cast member. The episode's title is derived from the featured song "Overkill", which Colin Hay performs onscreen.
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26 My Nightingale October 3, 2002 202 Craig Zisk Eric Weinberg
The residents spend a night on-call with no attending physicians available and deal with the responsibility of running the hospital on their own and having to make a tough decision about a patient. Meanwhile, Cox struggles with his feelings for Jordan.

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27 My Case Study October 10, 2002 203 Michael Spiller Gabrielle Allan
Dr. Kelso starts an impromptu competition with the residents, offering an all-expenses-paid medical conference outing in Reno if they can bring him the most interesting case study. J.D. wants to compete, but fears he will fall out of favor with Dr. Cox if he does. The entire hospital takes advantage of Dr. Kelso's annual good mood the day after he renews "marital activities" with his wife Enid. Elliot worries that she isn't getting along well with Carla. Guest-stars Michael McDonald as Mike Davis.

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28 My Big Mouth October 17, 2002 204 Paul Quinn Mark Stegemann
J.D. and Carla's relationship deteriorates when J.D. accidentally reveals some of Carla's secrets. The surgical residents compete for a trip to Mexico with Dr. Kelso. Elliot worries that she isn't presenting a competent image to Dr. Cox and takes on some harrowing cases to improve it.
29 My New Coat October 24, 2002 205 Marc Buckland Matt Tarses
J.D. gets an ego boost by wearing a white doctor's coat, but also has to accept the increased responsibilities that come with it. Elliot's reputation suffers when she has a one-night stands with another Sacred Heart doctor.

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30 My Big Brother October 31, 2002 206 Michael Spiller Tim Hobert
J.D.'s older brother Dan (Tom Cavanagh) drops by for a visit, but J.D. can't hide how ashamed he is of his brother's life. Turk learns a lesson when he makes a bet with Dr. Cox on whether a patient lives or dies. Meanwhile, Sacred Heart staff is in costume for Halloween, and one person in particular is wreaking havoc in a gorilla suit, much to Dr. Kelso's disgust.

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31 My First Step November 7, 2002 207 Lawrence Trilling Mike Schwartz
Julie Keaton (Heather Locklear), the attractive pharmaceutical representative on whom everyone has a secret crush, arrives at Sacred Heart, and tensions between her and Dr. Cox run high. J.D. and Elliot bicker over which one is the better doctor. Carla considers the drawbacks of being "just a nurse".

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32 My Fruit Cups November 14, 2002 208 Ken Whittingham Janae Bakken
Dr. Cox and Julie (Heather Locklear) hook up, but Cox's new happiness is complicated when a pregnant Jordan arrives. J.D. and Turk suffer from a poor financial situation, and continue to steal food and toilet paper from the hospital. Elliot's father cuts her off after she refuses to become an OBGYN as he wishes.

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33 My Lucky Day December 5, 2002 209 Lawrence Trilling Debra Fordham
Elliot is forced to move out and also has to deal with a malpractice suit. J.D. shows up Dr. Cox and an unofficial competition begins between them. Guest-stars Alan Ruck as Mr. Bragin, and features cameo appearances by David Copperfield and John Ritter. This is the only episode in which the Janitor does not appear.

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34 My Monster December 12, 2002 210 Gail Mancuso Angela Nissel
Problems develop in the relationships of Turk and Carla and of Dr. Cox and Jordan. J.D. considers exactly how much the hospital consumes their lives; the stress and general gross experiences he deals with everyday are stealing his "mojo" just as he starts dating Lisa the gift Shop Girl (Sarah Lancaster). Having lost the apartment her father paid for, Elliot is forced to live in the back of a moving truck as she has no time to find another place, and J.D. loses his mojo while dating Lisa the gift-shop girl.

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35 My Sex Buddy January 2, 2003 211 Will Mackenzie Garrett Donovan & Neil Goldman
Not wanting to repeat their last disastrous relationship, J.D. and Elliot agree to remain "sex buddies," but J.D. isn't satisfied with this arrangement. Turk tries to help out Elliot with her workload, but his efforts backfire. Carla learns a lesson about why hospitals can't always give definite answers.

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36 My New Old Friend January 9, 2003 212 Chris Koch Gabrielle Allan
J.D.'s feelings for Elliot continue to grow even after they break off casual sex; he tries seeing Lisa (Sarah Lancaster) again. Dr. Cox and Carla misdiagnose a hypochondriac (Richard Kind) patient after not taking his claims seriously. Dr. Kelso teaches Turk a lesson about the small lies their patients tell them.

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37 My Philosophy January 16, 2003 213 Chris Koch Story: Bill Lawrence, Teleplay: Matt Tarses & Tim Hobert
Elliot demands single-sex locker rooms from Dr. Kelso, who is considering ways he might acquire a bigger office. Turk pops the question to Carla, but not in the way he'd originally planned. One of J.D.'s favorite patients (Jill Tracy) is back in the hospital for her heart condition.

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38 My Brother, My Keeper January 23, 2003 214 Michael Spiller Eric Weinberg
Turk's brother Kevin (D.L. Hughley) comes to visit with important news; Turk's feelings of inadequacy and debt to his brother surface. Dr. Townshend (Dick van Dyke), an elderly doctor liked by everyone, runs into trouble with his best friend Dr. Kelso when J.D. screws up an out-dated procedure under his supervision.

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39 His Story January 30, 2003 215 Ken Whittingham Bonnie Schneider & Hadley Davis
This episode is narrated from Dr. Cox's, rather than J.D.'s, viewpoint. Dr. Cox discusses the hospital and Jordan in his sessions with his psychiatrist, Dr. Gross (Eric Bogosian). Elliot is thrilled to meet Paul Flowers (Ricky Schroeder), an attractive and charming doctor...until she learns he's actually a nurse. Carla finally says yes to Turk's proposal.

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40 My Karma February 20, 2003 216 Marc Buckland Janae Bakken & Debra Fordham
J.D. and Turk attempt to cover up the fact they were hitting golf balls off the roof and may have caused the accident that landed their patient in the hospital, but the Janitor knows... Jordan finally gives birth, and reveals to J.D. who the father of her baby is, and asks him to keep her secret.
41 My Own Private Practice Guy March 13, 2003 217 Marc Buckland Angela Nissel & Mark Stegemann
J.D. comes to admire his patient's private practice doctor, Dr. Peter Fisher (Jay Mohr), but is shocked to find out Peter was actually the reason Jordan and Dr. Cox divorced. The Janitor starts flirting with Elliot, and Carla begins to worry about her appearance. Features a cameo appearance by Jay Leno.
42 My T.C.W. March 20, 2003 218 Adam Bernstein Bill Lawrence
Dr. Cox switches from female to dog names for J.D. after an interesting bestiality rumor about J.D. makes the rounds. Dr. Cox competes with baby Jack for Jordan's attention; relationship troubles crop up for Elliot and Paul and for Turk and Carla. When J.D. accepts a date from Jamie Moyer (Amy Smart), the very attractive wife of a comatose patient, his friends give him flak for it. The title is an abbreviation for "Tasty Coma Wife," the moniker J.D. and Turk give to Jamie.
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  • Boy on TV by Keren DeBerg
  • Come Around by Rhett Miller
43 My Kingdom March 27, 2003 219 Michael Spiller April Pesa
When J.D. does a temporary surgery elective, his friendship with Turk suffers as he tries to win popularity. The Janitor gets a new power saw. Dr. Cox's plays a prank on Dr. Kelso while he's away, and it gets a little out of hand. Elliot's slip of the tongue drastically changes her relationship with Paul.
44 My Interpretation April 3, 2003 220 Will Mackenzie Story: Mike Schwartz, Teleplay: Garrett Donovan & Neil Goldman
J.D. attends the funeral of Jamie's (Amy Smart) husband, with predictable results. Turk has a sex dream about Elliot and is bewildered and embarrassed by it. Dr. Cox experiences still more mixed feelings about raising a child he still believes is not his.

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45 My Drama Queen April 10, 2003 221 Michael Spiller Will Berson
J.D.'s relationship with Jamie (Amy Smart) takes a few interesting twists; Elliot correctly identifies her as a drama queen. Carla's mother dies. Dr. Cox is stuck with Ted in teaching a sensitivity seminar after Dr. Kelso witnesses Dr. Cox being particularly vicious towards a patient.

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46 My Dream Job April 17, 2003 222 Bill Lawrence Tim Hobert & Matt Tarses
The end of the second year has the residents finding their jobs too monotonous; luckily, Spence (Ryan Reynolds), an old college buddy of J.D. and Turk's, visits and lightens things up, perhaps a little too much. Dr. Cox learns the truth about baby Jack and confides in J.D. he doesn't think he'd make a good father. J.D. encourages Cox to imagine being a father, and as Dr. Kelso further attempts to break Elliot's spirit, Dr. Cox steps in and punches him.

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Season 3: 2003-2004

It's J.D.'s, Elliot's, and Turk's third year at Sacred Heart and second year as residents. As the season opens, Elliot decides to change her image, with some help from the Janitor. J.D.'s undeniable crush on Elliot emerges again, but J.D. instead begins a relationship with Jordan's sister Danni (Tara Reid), who is also dealing with feelings for her ex. Turk and Carla are engaged and planning their wedding. Turk, along with the Todd and the other surgical residents, deal with the new attending surgeon, Dr. Grace Miller (Bellamy Young), who dislikes Turk and considers him sexist. Dr. Cox and Jordan are doing well with their relationship and their son Jack, although he develops a schoolboy crush on Dr. Miller. He also struggles with the death of his best friend. Elliot gets into a serious relationship with Sean Kelly (Scott Foley) and tries to work out their long distance relationship while he's in New Zealand for 6 months.

# Title Original airdate Production code Director Writer(s)
47 My Own American Girl October 2, 2003 301 Bill Lawrence Bill Lawrence
J.D, Turk, and Carla work together to diagnose one of J.D.'s patients. Elliot, frustrated that everyone walks all over her and desperately needing to change her bad-luck streak, acts on some advice from the Janitor and gets a make-over. Guest stars Scott Foley as Sean Kelly.

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48 My Journey October 9, 2003 302 Michael Spiller Tim Hobert
Turk and Carla set the date for their wedding. J.D. is worried about losing his close friendship with Turk and asks him out on a "man date." Elliot gets back together with her ex-boyfriend Sean (Scott Foley), but the relationship has a rocky start. Carla obsesses over whose urine is in an unmarked container left at the nurses' station. The title refers to the featured song "Don't Stop Believin'," by one of J.D.'s favorite bands, Journey.

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49 My White Whale October 23, 2003 303 Michael Spiller Eric Weinberg
Jordan and Dr. Cox worry about Jack's slight cough and try to get him seen by the hospital's own pediatrician, Dr. Dave Norris (Christopher Meloni), who is as obnoxious as Dr. Cox. The residents get their own interns and the inevitable problems that come with them: Turk is too heavy-handed, J.D. fails to assert his authority, and Elliot continues to deal with her own insecurities. J.D. reluctantly accepts help from dolphin trainer Sean (Scott Foley).

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50 My Lucky Night October 30, 2003 304 John Inwood Neil Goldman & Garrett Donovan
J.D. distracts the Janitor and Troy the Cafeteria Guy with a riddle. Dr. Cox and Dr. Jeffrey Steadman (Matt Winston) compete for the residency director position. Carla gets to work with Turk when she covers for one of the surgical nurses; Turk is annoyed at first but then appreciative when Dr. Wen (Charles Chun) says it was as though he had a lucky charm in the room with him. Sean's (Scott Foley) and Elliot's relationship hits rocky ground; J.D. seizes the opportunity to admit his hidden feelings for her.

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51 My Brother, Where Art Thou? November 6, 2003 305 Marc Buckland Mike Schwartz
Dan (Tom Cavanagh) visits again and blames Dr. Cox for making J.D. cynical. After warning hospital staff against taking other jobs, Dr. Kelso catches Elliot and Carla moonlighting at an animal hospital.
52 My Advice to You November 13, 2003 306 Gail Mancuso Debra Fordham
Carla's brother Marco (Freddy Rodriguez) visits and does his best to aggravate Turk. Dr. Cox and Dr. Kelso differ in their opinions over patient care, and Dr. Cox is surprised to find that J.D. is taking Dr. Kelso's advice. J.D. is interested in Danni (Tara Reid), a girl who seems sweet, if a little wacky (she has an active inner monologue and speaks random thoughts aloud). But his delight is squashed when he discovers she's Jordan's sister.

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53 My Fifteen Seconds November 20, 2003 307 Ken Whittingham Mark Stegemann
J.D. and Danni (Tara Reid) hook up, prompting Dr. Cox to reveal to Danni that J.D. slept with Jordan. Meanwhile, Dr. Cox and J.D. deal with an extremely annoying patient, Jill Tracy (Nicole Sullivan), and almost miss something extremely important because they spend so little time with their patients (an average of 15 seconds, according to J.D.). Dr. Kelso goes temporarily deaf after using cheap stethoscopes, and Carla's medical advice to Elliot provokes tension between them. Features a cameo appearance by Erik Estrada.

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54 My Friend the Doctor December 4, 2003 308 Ken Whittingham Gabrielle Allan
When Dr. Cox badly hurts his back showing off in front of Turk, he begins to realize he's not as young as he used to be. J.D. isn't impressed with the false personalities the Janitor uses on the rest of the staff, until he recognizes him playing a transit policeman in The Fugitive (in which Neil Flynn did appear) and concludes that the Janitor is an actor.

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55 My Dirty Secret December 11, 2003 309 Chris Koch Matt Tarses
After accidentally giving a patient an orgasm during a pelvic examination, Elliot admits she has a problem with the clinical terms for genitalia. Carla attempts to help Elliot get over her fear of "dirty words," but realizes she may be too assertive for her own good. Dr. Cox is moved by the relationship between a prostate cancer patient, Mr. Randolph (Barry Bostwick), and his wife. J.D gives advice to Dr. Cox about his relationship with Jordan and his son, and when it doesn't pan out, is subject to Dr. Cox's revenge.

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Note: This episode was originally scheduled to be broadcast on October 16, 2003. However, the entire NBC lineup was pulled due to the Major League Baseball 2003 American League Championship Series on FOX going to a 7th game.[4] The other NBC shows from that night (Friends, ER, and Will & Grace) all shifted their scheduled episodes to the following week. For reasons unknown, this episode was not shifted to the following week, and was broadcast out of order (with some small edits in an attempt to hide the inconsistencies, such as Sean being present). This episode was broadcast in its original form and original order in some international markets.
56 My Rule of Thumb January 22, 2004 310 Craig Zisk Janae Bakken
Elliot and Carla get arrested looking for a gigolo for a terminally-ill patient who wants to lose her virginity before she dies. Danni (Tara Reid) is uncomfortable after walking in on Jordan and Dr. Cox having sex, and asks J.D. if she could stay at his place. J.D. starts having second thoughts almost immediately after initially agreeing. Dr. Cox and Turk clash over a friend of Dr. Cox who needs a liver transplant.

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57 My Clean Break February 3, 2004 311 Chris Koch Angela Nissel
Nervous about Danni's (Tara Reid) plans to move in with him, J.D. decides he needs to break up with her -- only he's never actually dumped anyone before. The Janitor starts flirting with Elliot again. Dr. Cox realizes that he is no longer frightening to his residents, and therefore may have lost control over them.

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58 My Catalyst February 10, 2004 312 Michael Spiller Bill Lawrence
Dr. Kevin Casey (Michael J. Fox), a skilled surgeon who has a long history with Dr. Cox and who suffers from crippling OCD, imparts wisdom to everyone at Sacred Heart.

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59 My Porcelain God February 17, 2004 313 Adam Bernstein Tim Hobert & Eric Weinberg
Dr. Casey (Michael J. Fox) and J.D discover the toilet the Janitor installed on the roof, which earns the name "epiphany toilet" after every Sacred Heart staff member finds a solution to a problem or a revelation after using it. Dr. Kelso closes down an entire wing of the hospital to save money; Dr. Cox and Carla fight back by using his own office as a patient room. Turk asks J.D. to be his best man, but J.D. is hurt to discover that he wasn't Turk's first choice. Noticing how helpful Dr. Casey has been to her fellow staff, Elliot seeks advice from him on intubation after she botches the procedure.

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60 My Screw Up February 24, 2004 314 Chris Koch Neil Goldman & Garrett Donovan

Jordan's siblings, Danni (Tara Reid) and Ben (Brendan Fraser) visit to celebrate Jack's first birthday. Carla tells Turk she will only take his last name if he has his mole removed. Dr. Cox angrily blames J.D. for a patient's death and excuses him from his duties, and is dismayed to learn that Ben has not been to a doctor for followup since his remission.
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Note: This episode received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Writing For A Comedy Series (but did not win). It is one of the highest-rated episodes (9.8 out of 10) from TV.com.
61 My Tormented Mentor March 2, 2004 315 Craig Zisk Gabrielle Allan
Dr. Cox is struggling to recover from his friend's death, and refuses J.D.'s efforts to comfort him; meanwhile, Jordan's self-absorbed friends, Maddie (Embeth Davidtz) and Allison (Julie Warner) are staying with Jordan to comfort her. Carla scolds the Todd, Dr. Kelso and Dr. Cox about sexual harassment, and the new female attending surgeon, Dr. Grace Miller (Bellamy Young), brings up the issue of sexism in the surgical wing.

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62 My Butterfly March 16, 2004 316 Henry Chan Justin Spitzer
This episode explores a number of interrelated events, which illustrate the relationships among the Sacred Heart staff. The title comes from a single butterfly interacting with numerous objects and people, in a reference to the philosophical concept of the butterfly effect.

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63 My Moment of Un-Truth March 30, 2004 317 Gail Mancuso Rich Eustis
Carla has dinner with a former crush and asks J.D. not to tell Turk. Elliot deals with a patient, Mr. Thompson (Alexander Chaplin), who's adamant about not taking drugs; to her surprise, Dr. Cox insists he is a drug addict who will eventually weasel drugs out of her. The Janitor attempts to trick J.D. and Turk into believing he has a twin brother.
64 His Story II April 6, 2004 318 Jason Ensler Mark Stegemann
This episode is narrated from Turk's, rather than J.D.'s, viewpoint. Turk delays mailing out the wedding invitations, as it is the point of no return for getting married. During surgery, Turk makes a mistake that causes irreparable nerve damage to a young concert pianist, to whom he can't admit his mistake. J.D. covers Elliot's stint as a hospital clown; the Janitor becomes his sidekick. Elliot realizes just how good a friend J.D. has been to her, and sleeps with him just before Sean (Scott Foley) comes back into town.

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65 My Choosiest Choice of All April 20, 2004 319 Adam Bernstein Mike Schwartz
In an attempt to make Elliot jealous and angry, J.D. gets back together with Danni (Tara Reid), who is a different person now that she's done being who she thought J.D. wanted her to be. Dr. Cox realizes he has a crush on Dr. Miller (Bellamy Young), and Jordan picks up on it immediately. Turk and Carla encourage the Janitor to accept his promotion to security guard, but he finds he dislikes having to play by Dr. Kelso's rules. Sean confronts J.D., who denies that anything happened between him and Elliot.

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66 My Fault April 22, 2004 320 Richard Alexander Wells Debra Fordham
J.D. and Danni (Tara Reid) break up, as neither one really cared about the other; Sean and Elliot plan to move in together. Carla is anxious about the last-minute details for her wedding, now just a few weeks away. Dr. Cox bets Dr. Kelso that no healthy patients will sign up for the full-body MRI scans, not anticipating Mr. Corman the hypochondriac (Richard Kind) to return. J.D. finally admits his feelings to Elliot, causing her to break up with Sean (Scott Foley), only to realize his feelings were based on his coveting what he did not have.

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67 My Self-Examination April 27, 2004 321 Randall Winston Janae Bakken
Carla's brother Marco (Freddy Rodriguez) arrives for the wedding rehearsal and offers Turk advice in writing his own wedding vows, as Carla wanted. After asking Danni (Tara Reid) and her new partner for advice, J.D. resigns himself to a relationship with Elliot, even if he doesn't love her. Jordan insist that she and Dr. Cox stop fighting; frustrated and needing to fight with someone, he antagonizes the Janitor, much to his detriment. At the rehearsal, moved by Turk's improvised vows, J.D. finally admits to Elliot he doesn't love her. Features a cameo appearance by Larry Thomas (the Soup Nazi from the Seinfeld series).

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68 My Best Friend's Wedding May 4, 2004 322 Bill Lawrence Tim Hobert & Eric Weinberg
On the day of Turk and Carla's wedding, Turk is delayed in surgery, and is so late for the wedding, the ceremony is cancelled, but the reception is held regardless. Danni (Tara Reid) gets drunk and wreaks havoc. Guilty for having broken Elliot's heart, J.D. finds Sean (Scott Foley) and convinces him to take Elliot back. Before leaving for their honeymoon, Turk and Carla return to the hospital to check on a patient, who happens to be a priest, and ask him to marry them. Features a cameo appearance by George Takei.

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Season 4: 2004-2005

In Season 4, J.D. finishes his residency and becomes a full-blown colleague of Dr. Cox, although their dynamic does not change much. As the season opens, Turk arrives from his honeymoon with Carla but they soon have issues when Carla tries to change many things about her new husband. Their marriage and Turk's friendship with J.D. are also endangered when J.D. and Carla share a drunken kiss. Dr. Cox and Jordan learn that their divorce was not final, but this seemingly good news causes friction. Elliot is still angry with J.D. for breaking her heart, and the situation becomes more uncomfortable still when she dates J.D.'s brother. J.D. has a new love interest of his own when a new and very attractive psychiatrist, Dr. Molly Clock (Heather Graham), arrives at Sacred Heart. Molly also serves as Elliot's mentor during her time at the hospital.

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69 My Old Friend's New Friend August 31, 2004 401 Bill Lawrence Eric Weinberg
Turk and Carla start to have issues when Carla tries to change everything about her new husband. Molly Clock, the hospital's new psychiatrist, becomes friends with Elliot because she believes Turk, J.D. and Carla are shutting her out. Also, when Turk and J.D.'s car blows up, Carla lets him pick out the new ride only to find that instead of a car, he buys three scooters for them, further proving Carla's point that she needs to always be in control. Guest-stars Heather Graham as Dr. Molly Clock and the Sugar Hill Gang as themselves.

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70 My Office September 7, 2004 402 Gail Mancuso Matt Tarses
J.D. and Elliot are both named the hospital's new chief residents by Dr. Cox, however, due to their recent relationship problems, they find it hard to work together. Meanwhile, Dr. Cox and Turk have great difficulty in the removal of a light bulb from a patient's posterior, although some assistance from the Janitor helps. Guest star Heather Graham as Dr. Molly Clock.
71 My New Game September 14, 2004 403 Ken Whittingham Gabrielle Allan
J.D. is annoyed at the janitor for spreading the word that he is the "Co-chief" Resident and Elliot the Chief Resident. Dr. Cox and Jordan have relationship problems when they find out that their divorce was not final, which, while seeming like good news at first, quickly begins to cause friction between them. The other annoying woman in Dr. Cox's life, Dr. Molly Clock faces off with him over a plastic surgery patient who is upset that she is actually better looking since her reconstructive surgery.

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72 My First Kill September 21, 2004 404 Ken Whittingham Tad Quill
When J.D. asks Dr. Cox to give the residents a pep talk, Dr. Cox takes things a little too far by telling them that inevitably, they will eventually kill a patient or two, which causes J.D. to wonder whether he has ever specifically let someone die through his own incompetence and comes to the conclusion that he hasn't yet, though Dr. Cox is of the impression that it will happen eventually. Elsewhere, Elliot fights for an ex-drug addict patient to receive a heart valve, and becomes frustrated when Molly goes against her professionally about it.

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73 Her Story September 28, 2004 405 John Inwood Angela Nissel
Told from the perspective of Elliot: she starts to doubt Molly being the perfect mentor when she finds out her boyfriend is a convicted felon. Nevertheless, Dr. Cox helps her decide that personal lives should be kept separate from professional lives. Also Turk is constantly waking up Carla when he goes to bed; and J.D. has concerns that Dr. Cox may have ruined his credibility with the new residents.

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  • "Funky for You" by Common
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74 My Cake October 12, 2004 406 Henry Chan Garrett Donovan & Neil Goldman
J.D.'s brother Dan comes to visit with news their father has died. Dr. Cox has difficulty helping J.D. get out of his depression. Meanwhile, Turk has symptoms of diabetes but in his stubbornness refuses to admit it or visit a doctor as Carla wishes. Molly must employ some advanced psychology to force him to face the issue. Guest-stars Tom Cavanagh as Dan.

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75 My Common Enemy October 19, 2004 407 Joanna Kerns Bill Callahan
J.D. is forced to deal with the romance between Elliot and his brother Dan, who is still staying with them after the death of their father. Elsewhere, Dr. Cox and Dr. Kelso get fed-up with Molly's perception that everyone is good at heart and seek to prove her wrong. Guest-stars Tom Cavanagh as Dan.

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76 My Last Chance October 26, 2004 408 Zach Braff Mike Schwartz
Molly and J.D. are on the brink of sleeping together, but must first get the permission of Elliot, who can't help but play games with J.D. Meanwhile Dr. Cox has to fulfill community service hours by working in an ambulance with Denise Lemmon, a very annoying Paramedic. Guest-stars Molly Shannon as Denise Lemmon.

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77 My Malpractical Decision November 9, 2004 409 Gail Mancuso Janae Bakken
(Part 1) J.D. and Dr. Cox must deal with cunning malpractice attorney Neena Broderick as she attends to her father. Turk tries to avoid the hypochondriac Harvey Corman while Elliot steers her underachieving colleague Doug on a new career path. Guest-stars Julianna Margulies as Neena Broderick and Richard Kind as Harvey Corman.

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78 My Female Trouble November 16, 2004 410 Chris Koch Debra Fordham
(Part 2) J.D. has a difficult time ending his impromptu relationship with Neena as she now represents Mr. Corman - who has decided to sue Turk, over allegations that the surgery Turk performed on him ruined his tennis serve - and asks Jordan for help. Elliot pretends to be a male doctor to avoid issues with a sexist patient who happens to be one of the hospital's board members. Guest-stars Julianna Margulies as Neena Broderick and Richard Kind as Harvey Corman.

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79 My Unicorn November 23, 2004 411 Matthew Perry Tad Quill & Gabrielle Allan
In actor Matthew Perry's directorial debut, J.D. befriends the son of a noted singer who is unwilling to donate a kidney to his ailing father. Carla and Jordan, despite the warnings of Turk, teach Elliot to use her sexuality to her advantage, which causes catastrophe. Guest-stars John Bennett Perry as Gregory Marks, John Perry's real-life son Matthew Perry as Greg Marks' son Murray Marks and Masi Oka as Franklyn.

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80 My Best Moment December 7, 2004 412 Chris Koch Angela Nissel
When J.D. has to address a group of pre-med students about what it's like to be a doctor, he strays off the beaten path and chooses to discuss his best moments as a doctor instead. When he challenges the rest of the staff to do so, they all reminisce about their fondest memories in the medical field. Meanwhile, Elliot is forced to face her fear of children when she is left in charge of a ten-year-old boy, whose father is being treated in the I.C.U. Elsewhere, Dr. Kelso gets a dose of Christmas spirit and stuns the staff with his change of heart.

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  • "What the World Needs Now is Love" by Burt Bacharach
  • "Take On Me" by a-ha
  • "Flight of the Bumblebee" by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
  • "Joy to the World" by The Butties
81 My Ocardial Infarction January 18, 2005 413 Ken Whittingham Mark Stegemann
When Elliot begins to emerge as the better doctor, J.D. is left struggling to catch up. Turk tries to make money from his diabetes until he discovers he must amputate a patient's foot due to diabetes and begins to take it more seriously. Elsewhere, the Janitor feels rejected by his secret crush Elliot when she runs off quickly from their "coffee date." Assuming his nice dress attire scared her off, he makes up a story that he was dressed to impress for his a Capella band practice which leads to Elliot requesting an impromptu performance.

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82 My Lucky Charm January 25, 2005 414 Chris Koch Mike Schwartz
A man involved in a bar fight teaches Turk and J.D. about living life to the fullest. Elliot and Carla find their friendship beginning to break down when they can't stick to their social plans. Also, Dr. Cox gets a vasectomy behind Jordan's back. Guest-stars Colin Farrell as Billy Callahan.

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83 My Hypocritical Oath February 1, 2005 415 Craig Zisk Tim Hobert
J.D. becomes attracted to a bartender named Kylie, then finds out her new boyfriend has an STD. However, he can't tell her because of patient/doctor confidentiality. Meanwhile, Dr. Cox anxiously awaits the Lakers/Heat game but must tape it to watch after his shift. His patience is tested when the Janitor threatens to reveal the final score. Guest stars Chrystee Pharris as Kylie.
84 My Quarantine February 8, 2005 416 Michael Spiller Tad Quill
During a date with Kylie, J.D. has to go to the hospital, and while there he casually remarks that a patient's symptoms resemble SARS, which means that the entire ICU staff - including Jordan's sister Danni on a surprise visit - is trapped in quarantine for the night. J.D. pays a homeless guy to fake a heart-attack so he can look more heroic in front of his Kylie. Guest starring Tara Reid as Danni and Chrystee Pharris as Kylie.
85 My Life in Four Cameras February 15, 2005 417 Adam Bernstein Debra Fordham
When Dr. Cox fumes at Dr. Kelso for firing another staff member due to budget cuts, Dr. Kelso challenges him to balance the budget without firing anyone. Meanwhile, a sitcom writer is admitted, and J.D. starts to fantasize about what it would be like if the hospital were a sitcom, complete with a live audience. Also, Turk and Carla have difficulty trying to keep the romance in their relationship going. Cameo appearance by Clay Aiken (see featured music).

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86 My Roommates February 22, 2005 418 Craig Zisk Tim Hobert
J.D. is having some trouble with Kylie. Turk and Carla ask J.D. to move out to give them space. However, his absence causes them to realize they're having problems with their relationship. Meanwhile, Dr. Cox believes his friend's child has autism. Guest Stars Michael Boatman (one of several Spin City alumni to appear on the show.)

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87 My Best Laid Plans March 1, 2005 419 Zach Braff Bill Callahan
Molly returns to Sacred Heart, and J.D. blows off his girlfriend Kylie to go out with her. Carla tries not to make "mountains out of molehills" when she realizes Turk is still in contact with an ex-girlfriend. The Janitor bets Dr. Cox that he can get a date with Elliot, the wager being his van against Dr. Cox's Porsche. Guest-stars Heather Graham as Dr. Molly Clock and Chrystee Pharris as Kylie.

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88 My Boss's Free Haircut March 29, 2005 420 John Inwood Mark Stegemann
When Carla and Turk are experiencing marital difficulties, J.D. and Elliot do their part to try and cheer them up. Meanwhile, Dr. Cox challenges Dr. Kelso to lead by example and take on a few patients of his own after Kelso criticizes his bedside manner -- but he isn't aware that the Doctor-Patient relationship has changed.

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89 My Lips Are Sealed April 5, 2005 421 John Michel Janae Bakken
J.D. and Carla get drunk while J.D. is trying to reconcile her and Turk and they accidentally kiss, and both agree to keep the incident secret from Turk. At the hospital, Elliot and Dr. Kelso struggle to maintain their professionalism when faced with a young patient who is suffering from complications after experimenting with erectile dysfunction pills. Meanwhile, Dr. Cox tries to find the balance between being an over-protective father while still trying to be the cool dad after his son falls off the jungle gym.

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90 My Big Move April 12, 2005 422 Victor Nelli, Jr. Bonnie Sikowitz
Turk learns about the kiss between J.D. and Carla, and not knowing whom to blame gives them both the silent treatment until he knows who initiated it. Dr. Cox needs Elliot's help in reaching out to a teenage epileptic patient. The Janitor gets unexpected reactions from his new uniform.

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91 My Faith in Humanity April 19, 2005 423 Ken Whittingham David Louis Feinberg
J.D. is forced to confront human nature when a dying woman is brought to the hospital by her neighbor, Jake. Jake helps the patient realize it's time to die. Unfortunately, her brother decides to sue him for this. Elliot goes to Dr. Cox and Carla for romantic advice regarding Jake. Turk is having difficulty in couple's therapy. Guest-stars Josh Randall as Jake and Ellen Albertini Dow as Betty.
92 My Drive-By April 26, 2005 424 Will Mackenzie Angela Nissel
When Turk saves a man's life at the local taco stand, he tries to keep his ego in check as Dr. Cox takes all of the credit. To avoid ruining her new relationship with Jake, Elliot enlists J.D.'s help to prevent her dates from becoming too intimate. Meanwhile, Dr. Kelso terrorizes the hospital from the seat of his new motorized wheelchair until Janitor takes matters into his own hands. Guest-stars Josh Randall as Jake.
93 My Changing Ways May 10, 2005 425 Victor Nelli, Jr. Bill Lawrence
J.D. prepares to start living life on his own, and strains his friendship with Turk. Elliot makes an effort to pursue a new career opportunity at another hospital in town, and this upsets Carla who thought Elliot was staying, despite the close proximity of the new job. Dr. Cox tries to prevent Jordan from accepting a job at the hospital. Guest-stars Josh Randall as Jake.

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Season 5: 2006

Though a full season of 24 episodes was produced for the fifth season, NBC decided against broadcasting them during the 2005–2006 fall schedule. On December 1, 2005, NBC announced the return of Scrubs for mid-season. At first, two new episodes were broadcast back-to-back every Tuesday at 9:00 p.m. ET. The first twelve episodes of the season were broadcast in this fashion, then NBC returned to broadcasting one new episode every week (still at 9:00 p.m. ET), followed by a Scrubs rerun. For the first three weeks of this, the old episode was a cast favorite episode, with available audio commentary tracks on NBC's website to accompany the episodes. After this, with the premiere of Teachers in the 9:30 p.m. time slot, new Scrubs episodes continued to be broadcast at 9:00 p.m., with previous season five episodes being broadcast in the 8:30 p.m. time slot before.

Season 5 begins with J.D. living in a hotel . He has become an attending now on the same level as Dr. Cox. Elliot has taken a new fellowship in another hospital. Turk and Carla are trying to have a baby, despite Turk still having doubts. Finally, some new interns have arrived to Sacred Heart, chief among them being Keith Dudemeister.

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94 My Intern's Eyes January 3, 2006 501 Bill Lawrence Bill Lawrence
Now an attending, J.D. has to deal with his own interns as Dr. Cox tests whether he's still willing to bend the rules despite more responsibility. Turk hesitates at the thought of Carla getting pregnant. Meanwhile, Elliot starts her fellowship at County Hospital and tries not to appear foolish.

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95 My Rite of Passage January 3, 2006 502 Bill Lawrence Janae Bakken
Despite trying to do the opposite, J.D. finds himself treating his interns poorly after discovering they laugh at his jokes out of fear. The hospital staff attempt to avoid Jordan to drive her away, and Elliot's fellowship abruptly ends. Guest-stars Alexander Chaplin as Sam Thompson. The title is a reference to the Bildungsroman.

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96 My Day at the Races January 10, 2006 503 Michael Spiller Eric Weinberg
Trying to complete a list of goals before his 30th birthday, J.D. signs up for a triathlon. Meanwhile, Turk takes on a patient who wishes to be hypnotised instead of put under anesthesia during surgery, and Elliot finds she and Jake know little about each other. Guest-stars Josh Randall as Jake.

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97 My Jiggly Ball January 10, 2006 504 Rick Blue Tim Hobert
J.D. struggles to find something positive to talk about when assigned to introduce Dr. Kelso at an awards dinner, especially after Kelso chooses a wealthier patient for a drug trial after promising the opportunity to another. Carla and Turk attempt to help Elliot, stuck working in a free clinic, get her job at Sacred Heart back. Everyone except for J.D. seems to know of a game called "Jiggly Ball".

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98 My New God January 17, 2006 505 Victor Nelli, Jr. Aseem Batra
Dr. Cox's born-again Christian sister visits the hospital and wants him to participate in his son's baptism: Dr. Cox wants nothing to do with it, and her for that matter. Elliot tries to convince Turk why Carla finds babymaking to be romantic. The Janitor and J.D. begin a friendship, which is sabotaged by one of Janitor's more elaborate pranks. Guest-stars Cheryl Hines as Paige Cox.

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99 My Missed Perception January 17, 2006 506 Bill Lawrence Kevin Biegel
J.D. has to deal with the consequences when he mistakes a patient's reaction to her approaching death as a wish to end treatment. Carla desperately tries to gather the hospital staff for a group photo, while Turk and Elliot try to discover the cause of a patient's mysterious and unexplainable pain. Cameo appearance by Gary Busey.

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100 My Way Home January 24, 2006 507 Zach Braff Neil Goldman & Garrett Donovan
Scrubs' 100th episode: J.D. gets called in to work on his day off, but the only thing he wants to do is get home. Meanwhile Elliot tries to convince everyone she is an expert on endocrinology following her brief fellowship, Carla has doubts over being a parent, and Turk has to wrestle over an issue that will either help his career or break his conscience. This episode is noted for its many references to The Wizard of Oz.

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101 My Big Bird January 24, 2006 508 Rob Greenberg Debra Fordham
J.D., Elliot, Turk and Carla are all formally interrogated following the death of a patient, where it is learned that J.D. and Turk were unnecessarily visiting a patient's home, Carla was gathering the staff to purchase lottery tickets in a group effort, and Elliot was dealing with the wife of a married man she kissed. Guest-stars Jason Bateman as Mr. Sutton and Peter Jacobson as Mr. Foster . This episode shares many plot similarities with the play An Inspector Calls.

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102 My Half-Acre February 7, 2006 509 Linda Mendoza Bill Callahan
J.D. is set up on a blind date with a patient's niece and tries to take Elliot's advice to avoid scaring her off. Meanwhile, Turk joins the hospital air-band, but when he steps on Dr. Kelso's toes he has to learn to swallow his pride; Carla feels age creeping up on her when she can't conceive, and Dr. Cox worries about being an unsatisfactory father. Guest-stars Mandy Moore as Julie Quinn.

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103 Her Story II February 7, 2006 510 Chris Koch Mike Schwartz
Narrated from Carla's viewpoint: J.D. lets the little things bother him with Julie, but just as he gets over them, the big things make themselves plain. Meanwhile, Carla gets a fertility test when a new nurse makes her feel even older. Cameo appearance by Billy Dee Williams. Guest-stars Mandy Moore as Julie Quinn.

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104 My Buddy's Booty February 28, 2006 511 Randall Winston Mark Stegemann
J.D. and Elliot, worried about their favorite patient Mrs. Wilk undergoing a risky procedure - and J.D. still having trouble getting over Julie - both agree to find a booty call, but his suggestion backfires when Elliot chooses J.D.'s nemesis/intern, Keith. Carla encourages Turk to fight for a female-friendly hospital gym, and Dr. Cox and the Janitor strike a lop-sided friendship over drinks.

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105 My Cabbage February 28, 2006 512 John Inwood Ryan A. Levin
(Part 1) J.D. tries relentlessly to get rid of Keith while sticking up for his favorite intern "Cabbage", while the staff says goodbye to Mrs. Wilk. The Janitor keeps a crow in the hospital which proves very adept at stealing things, much to Dr. Kelso's displeasure. Cameo appearance by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

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106 My Five Stages March 7, 2006 513 Jay Alaimo Tad Quill
(Part 2) When the hospital's favorite patient Mrs. Wilk is told she will die after getting an infection (caused by 'Cabbage' at the end of the last episode), Dr. Cox and J.D. seem to also go through the five stages of grief. Meanwhile, Elliot realizes that her booty call Keith has become more than a booty call, and the Janitor and Ted team up to give Dr. Kelso a taste of his own medicine. Guest-stars Dave Foley as Dr. Hedrick. The title derives from the Kübler-Ross model of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance.

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107 My Own Personal Hell March 14, 2006 514 Adam Bernstein Eren Ce