: Upon starting her internship, Emily discovers she is working alongside her high school nemesis, Cassandra Kopelson (Aja Naomi King), and her long-term medical school crush, Will Collins (Justin Hartley).
: Emily Owens is portrayed as a highly intelligent and compassionate doctor who struggles with neuroticism and social insecurity. She frequently uses internal voiceovers to share her thoughts with the audience. Emily Owens M.D.
The show's central premise is that life in a professional hospital environment often mirrors the social dynamics of high school, complete with cliques, rumors, and awkward romantic tension. : Upon starting her internship, Emily discovers she
: Each episode typically features a "case of the week" where medical dilemmas often parallel the personal growth or interpersonal conflicts of the interns. Emily Owens Mamie Gummer Surgical Intern (Lead) Will Collins Justin Hartley Emily's crush and fellow intern Cassandra Kopelson Aja Naomi King Emily's rival and fellow intern Micah Barnes Michael Rady A smart, supportive resident Tyra Dupre Kelly McCreary Fellow intern and Emily's friend Dr. Gina Bandari Necar Zadegan Cardiothoracic surgeon and Emily's mentor Critical Reception and Status The show's central premise is that life in