: A 17-year-old patient named Heather, played by guest star Mae Whitman, arrives at the hospital for a surgery to correct severe scoliosis. Her cynical attitude challenges the interns, particularly Izzie.
: Meredith’s father, Thatcher Grey, visits the hospital for the birth of his new grandchild. This highlights Meredith's ongoing struggle with her abandonment issues and her difficult relationship with her "other" family. [S3E11] Six Days (1)
: Following Denny Duquette's death, Izzie receives a $8.7 million inheritance. In this episode, she finally decides how to use it—by anonymously paying for Heather’s expensive surgery. : A 17-year-old patient named Heather, played by
: George's father, Harold O'Malley, undergoes surgery for esophageal cancer and a heart valve replacement. The entire O'Malley family stays at the hospital, adding pressure on George as he balances his role as a son and a doctor. : George's father, Harold O'Malley, undergoes surgery for
: Portrays Heather Douglas, the teenage scoliosis patient.