Grey's Anatomy Season 9 Episode 11 The End is the Beginning is the End
- TV14
- January 17, 2013
- 43 min
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8.1 (1,009)
The End is the Beginning is the End is the eleventh episode of the ninth season of the American medical drama television series, Grey's Anatomy. The episode starts with the aftermath of the hospital's plane crash, which claimed the lives of Lexie Grey, Mark Sloan, and Arizona's leg. The crash has left Seattle Grace Mercy West Hospital in shambles, and everyone is struggling to cope with the tragedy.
Meredith Grey, who is suffering from a miscarriage, is trying to keep up with her duties as a surgeon. She is feeling guilty for not being able to save her half-sister Lexie, who died in her arms after the crash. Meredith also has to deal with her husband, Derek Shepherd, who is recovering from a hand injury sustained in the crash. Derek is also suffering from PTSD, and his relationship with Meredith is strained.
Meanwhile, Arizona Robbins is struggling with her amputated leg. She is angry and resentful towards her girlfriend, Callie Torres, who made the decision to amputate her leg. Arizona is avoiding Callie and is taking out her frustration on her colleagues. Also, Jackson Avery is dealing with the loss of his friend and mentor, Mark Sloan. He feels responsible for Mark's death, and he is struggling to cope with his grief.
The hospital is struggling financially, and its future is uncertain. The new management is proposing drastic measures, including staff layoffs, to save the hospital from bankruptcy. The doctors are feeling the pressure and are worried about their jobs.
One of the patients admitted to the hospital is a man who has been in a persistent vegetative state for four years. His wife wants to take him off life support, but the hospital's legal team is hesitant to approve the decision. The case raises ethical questions about the definition of life and death, and the doctors are divided on the issue.
As the episode progresses, the doctors are forced to come to terms with their losses and face their fears. They must find the strength to move forward and rebuild their lives, both personally and professionally. The End is the Beginning is the End is a poignant episode that explores the themes of grief, loss, and resilience. It showcases the talents of the show's talented cast and crew and reminds us why Grey's Anatomy has been a beloved television series for over a decade.