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3lbs was a medical drama television series that aired on CBS in 2006. The show chronicled the professional and personal lives of the staff of the fictional "Neurological And Neurosurgical Associates of New York" (NNA). Set in the elite world of neurosurgery, the show explored the intense pressures and complex relationships that existed among the doctors and staff at NNA. The title of the show stems from the weight of the human brain, which is approximately three pounds.

The lead character of the show was Dr. Douglas Hanson, played by Stanley Tucci. Dr. Hanson was the head of the NNA's Neurosurgery Department and is regarded as one of the most skilled and innovative neurosurgeons in the world. His reputation is such that patients come to NNA from all over the world for treatment.

Despite his phenomenal success in his career, Dr. Hanson is far from perfect. He is plagued by demons from his past, which often affect his work and personal relationships. Throughout the show's broadcast, the audience saw the character struggle with various challenges, including his love life, professional ethics, and rivalries with other doctors.

Hanson's main rival was his colleague, Dr. Jonathan Seger, played by Mark Feuerstein. Dr. Seger is the polar opposite of Dr. Hanson in many ways. He is young, ambitious, and brash, and his approach is the opposite of Dr. Hanson's measured and conservative method. Their rivalry is further fueled by their contrasting personalities and their shared affection for one of the hospital's senior residents, Dr. Adrienne Holland, played by Indira Varma.

The show also featured the lives of the junior doctors at NNA. These included Dr. Mia Banks, a rising star neurosurgeon played by Justina Machado, and Dr. Kim Yeonhee, a gifted surgical resident played by Armando Riesco. Both young doctors are keen to impress their senior colleagues and advance their careers, but they also have personal struggles of their own.

As the show progresses, the audience learns about the lives of the various characters, and how their personal lives intersect with their professional lives. The show explored various themes such as ambition, morality, love, and loss, all of which brought depth to the characters.

The show was created by Peter Ocko and produced by Ridley Scott and CBS Paramount Network Television. The series premiered on November 14, 2006, receiving mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the show for its strong performances and intricate storyline, while others criticized the show for being too slow and predictable.

Despite the mixed reviews, the show developed a small but loyal following, and it had strong ratings throughout its broadcast. Despite this, the show was canceled after only eight episodes, with the final episode airing on December 12, 2006.

In conclusion, 3lbs was a medical drama series that explored the professional and personal lives of the staff at a prestigious neurological and neurosurgical hospital in New York City. With strong performances and intricate storylines, the show proved to be engaging and thought-provoking, despite its short run.

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Plugged In
8. Plugged In
December 1, 2006
Hanson decides to do a cutting edge procedure on a man who is suffering from severe clinical depression. He cannot be cured with medication. The technique is to use electrodes to stimulate the part of the brain that causes happiness. This spurs a whole debate between the doctors about how the human brain controls emotion -- or does a soul determine emotion?
The Cutting Edge
7. The Cutting Edge
December 1, 2006
A woman thinks she is pregnant, but we find out it is a pituitary tumor. She has had an affair with a younger man, and he wants to stick by her. The illness leads her to repair her marriage. Hanson's mentor comes to him to operate on her and perform gene therapy, a very cutting edge technology.
Bad Boys
6. Bad Boys
December 19, 2006
A young man has a motorcycle accident, and goes into a coma. After a round of tests it is discovered that he is responsive to the sound of his girfriend's voice. Adrianne had a relationship like this when she was young. Hanson has to convince his daughter that it is okay that her mother sells their house.
The God Spot
4. The God Spot
February 1, 2007
A twelve year old girl is admitted to Hanson Neuro due to seizures that are becoming worse and worse. She has a form of epilepsy that is resistant to drugs. But she does not want the surgery that Hanson is suggesting to stop the seizures because she had euphoric moments right before the seizures where she sees God.
Heart-Stopping
3. Heart-Stopping
November 28, 2006
When Dr. Hanson treats a patient with a recurrence of a brain aneurism, he will literally have to stop the patient's heart during an operation. Though Hanson is confident that he can remove the aneurism, he isn't sure that Seger feels as confident about the outcome. To make the situation even more difficult, the patient's interfering brother wants to prevent the surgery altogether. Meanwhile, Adrianne is attracted to a patient who doesn't recognize people's faces.
Of Two Minds
2. Of Two Minds
November 21, 2006
Dr. Hanson is blunt when he tells a pregnant Kate Larson that while radiation is the best treatment for her brain tumor, her unborn child probably won't survive it. Kate is determined to keep the baby and instead agrees to a complicated brain surgery that could buy her time. When that surgery causes unexpected side effects, Adrianne decides to try an experimental treatment without Hanson's approval. Meanwhile, Jonathan becomes involved with the attorney of a man he's treating who is accused of a violent crime.
Lost for Words
1. Lost for Words
November 14, 2006
After a young concert violinist has a grand mal seizure during a performance, Dr. Doug Hanson proposes brain surgery in his own direct style to the girl's mother. But a conflict arises when Hanson's new associate, Dr. Jonathan Seger, tells the mother that there is a non-surgical option and she can choose between the two.
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  • Premiere Date
    November 14, 2006