Grey's Anatomy Season 4 Episode 1
Grey's Anatomy
Season 4

Ep 1. A Change Is Gonna Come

  • TV14
  • September 27, 2007
  • 41 min
  • 8.0  (1,365)

In the season 4 premiere of Grey's Anatomy, titled "A Change Is Gonna Come," the characters are all dealing with the aftermath of the season 3 finale. Dr. Meredith Grey is struggling with the fact that her mother, who has Alzheimer's, has been admitted to the hospital. Meanwhile, Dr. Cristina Yang is coping with the fact that she has lost her position as the most talented intern, as a new intern, Lexie Grey (Meredith's half-sister), has arrived.

The episode begins with Meredith arriving at the hospital after being called in urgently. She is informed that her mother has been admitted after a heart attack, and the hospital is not sure how to treat her due to her Alzheimer's. Meanwhile, Lexie arrives at the hospital and immediately begins to show how smart she is, impressing all of the doctors and causing Cristina to feel threatened.

As Meredith and her colleagues work to figure out how to treat her mother, they are all forced to face the realities of aging and the challenges that come with it. Meredith is forced to confront her feelings about the fact that her mother may never fully recover, while another doctor, Dr. Webber, is dealing with his own aging mother and the fact that he may have to place her in a nursing home.

Throughout the episode, there is a sense of change and transition for many of the characters. Cristina is struggling to come to terms with the fact that she is no longer the standout intern, while Meredith is forced to confront her emotions regarding her mother's illness. Meanwhile, Dr. Bailey is dealing with the aftermath of her failed wedding and trying to figure out what to do next.

As the episode comes to a close, the characters are all left to contemplate the changes that are coming. Meredith has made a difficult decision regarding her mother's care, while Cristina is left to figure out how to deal with Lexie. Dr. Webber is forced to face the fact that his mother needs more care than he can provide, while Bailey is left to figure out what her future holds.Overall, "A Change Is Gonna Come" serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges and uncertainties that come with life and aging, while also highlighting the importance of family, community, and perseverance.

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  • First Aired
    September 27, 2007
  • Content Rating
    TV14
  • Runtime
    41 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    8.0  (1,365)