"Comrades in Arms," the third episode of "The Resident" Season 1, originally aired on January 29, 2018.
In this episode, Dr. Conrad Hawkins reunites with his former military colleague, Dr. Jude Silva, who visits Chastain Park Memorial Hospital. Their camaraderie is tested as they confront the hospital's bureaucratic challenges, especially when treating Louisa Rodriguez, an uninsured and undocumented medical transport worker diagnosed with a retroperitoneal sarcoma. Despite administrative resistance due to the high costs of her surgery and rehabilitation, Conrad and Dr. Devon Pravesh advocate for her life-saving operation. Meanwhile, Dr. Randolph Bell seeks solutions for his hand tremor, consulting a colleague who suggests benzodiazepines, despite their potential side effects like aggression and cognitive impairment. The episode delves into themes of medical ethics, the complexities of healthcare accessibility, and the personal struggles of healthcare professionals.
