Ep 2. My Rite Of Passage

In the second episode of season 5 of Scrubs, titled "My Rite Of Passage," we find our favorite group of doctors facing a plethora of challenges both in their professional and personal lives.

One of the main storylines follows J.D. as he struggles to mature into a more responsible adult. As he prepares to move into his own apartment, he is faced with the realities of paying bills and having to take care of himself without the help of his best friend and roommate, Turk. Meanwhile, Dr. Cox assigns him to take on a new patient who has a chronic illness, forcing J.D. to face the stark truth that not all patients can be cured.

Elsewhere in the hospital, Elliot is struggling to come to terms with the fact that she is not the top resident anymore. Dr. Kelso, in an attempt to save money, has created a new system where the residents are ranked by how much money they bring into the hospital instead of their performance. Elliot, who used to be number one, is now ranked second to her nemesis, Keith.

Turk is struggling to connect with his brother Kevin, who is a successful lawyer and doesn't understand the struggles and day-to-day problems of being a doctor. The two brothers try to bond over golf, but their differences shine through as they argue about what it means to be successful.

Carla is dealing with a busy schedule as a mother and a nurse, but she still finds time to give advice to a nervous intern who isn't sure if he's cut out for the job.

As always, Scrubs balances heartwarming moments with hilarious ones. The episode features some classic comedic moments, such as when J.D. misinterprets a patient's "DNR" order as "do not retaliate" and ends up getting punched in the face.

"My Rite Of Passage" is a classic episode of Scrubs that highlights the core values of the show – friendship, growth, and the challenges of working in a hospital. It's a must-watch for fans and a great entry point for newcomers to the series.