Ep 1. Dr. Carter, I Presume
- TVPG
- September 26, 1996
- 45 min
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8.0 (472)
Dr. Carter, I Presume is the first episode of the third season of the popular medical drama television series, ER. The episode continues the story of Dr. John Carter, who is about to start his second year of residency at County General Hospital.
The episode begins with Carter returning to the hospital after a summer spent traveling in Europe. He has recharged his batteries and is ready to get back to work. However, things have changed while he was away. The hospital is facing budget cuts, and many of the doctors are feeling the pressure.
Carter is also faced with new challenges of his own. His relationship with his girlfriend Harper is on the rocks, and he is struggling to balance work and his personal life. He also has a new resident assigned to him, Dr. Anna Del Amico, who he is not thrilled about.
As he tries to adjust to his new reality, Carter is presented with a unique opportunity. An old Harvard classmate, Dr. Peter Benton, invites Carter to join him on a special surgical mission in Africa. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and Carter has to make a difficult decision about whether to accept.
Meanwhile, the rest of the staff at County General Hospital are dealing with their own crises. Nurse Hathaway is struggling to cope with the death of a patient, Dr. Green has a run-in with an irate patient, and Dr. Ross is trying to save the life of a young boy who has been hit by a car.
As the episode progresses, the tension builds, and Carter is faced with some tough decisions. He has to decide whether to risk his career for the chance to go to Africa, and he must also confront his feelings for his girlfriend and the challenges of balancing his personal and professional life.
Dr. Carter, I Presume is a gripping episode that showcases the complex and emotionally charged world of healthcare. The show's talented cast delivers powerful performances, and the writing is sharp and incisive. As the season kicks off, viewers are left on the edge of their seats, eager to see where the story will take them next.
