Ep 1. Open and Honest

The show Married to Medicine follows a group of successful women who are married to doctors and work in the medical field themselves in Atlanta. The seventh season premiere episode, titled "Open and Honest," starts with a resolution dinner hosted by Dr. Jackie and her husband Curtis. All the women have come together to celebrate the new year and discuss their resolutions for 2020. From the very start, the episode showcases the genuine potential for drama and tension that these strong-willed women create when they get together.

The highlight of the episode is the return of Mariah Huq, one of the original cast members of the show, and her husband Aydin. Mariah and Aydin have been absent from the show since season five, and their return is causing quite a stir among the ladies. Mariah arrives wearing a massive fur coat, and a slightly different look than in previous seasons, causing heads to turn. She announces a reconciliation with Dr. Heavenly, after a fight that took place in a previous season, much to the surprise of the other women.

Another significant moment in the episode involves Dr. Simone and her husband Cecil, who have been working on their relationship after a tumultuous time in their marriage. Their vulnerability and honesty during the episode make it clear that the couple has grown closer since they started therapy. Dr. Simone shares her reservations with the group about giving her husband a second chance while they’re discussing their new year’s resolution. The couple still has a long way to go in mending their relationship, but the strength they display as they work through their issues is admirable.

To add to the drama, Quad's divorce becomes a topic of discussion among the women. The divorce became finalized in the off-season, leaving Quad in a delicate emotional state. She struggles to break free from the pain of losing her marriage and rebuild her life. Quad gains support from her friend Dr. Heavenly, who has known Quad since before the show premiered and has been there through much of her tumultuous journey. Their friendship provides a powerful support system that was clearly missing, particularly in the last season.

There’s also a new cast member, Dr. Contessa Metcalfe, who returns to work at her medical practice after being away for a year. Dr. Contessa is trying to get back on track with her family, who have had to adjust to her being away for so long. She faced relationship struggles with her husband in the last season due to personal and work-life imbalance. She admits to being excited to get back to work and talk about her accomplishments in front of the group. She is welcomed back to the show and showed the other cast members that she has a lot to bring to the table.

The women confront their past as they move forward in their journey, and in “Open and Honest,” they explore what it means to be strong, independent women who are also supportive friends. As they reveal more about their lives, some of the women are concerned about other people’s perceptions of them. The concept of being “open and honest” is central to the show and is highlighted throughout the episode, indicating that there are no hidden agendas in this friend circle, only pure intentions.

In conclusion, the Married to Medicine season 7 episode one, "Open and Honest," sets the stage for what is sure to be a dramatic and exciting season. The women are open, honest, and vulnerable about their relationships and lives, showcasing their strength and resilience. Their support for each other is admirable as they navigate life as successful women in the medical field while juggling their relationships and personal lives. It's exciting to see all the old faces return and a new cast member join the mix, promising even more juicy conflicts to come.