[s1e2] The First Cut Is The Deepest -

: Her hyper-competitive, medicine-first attitude is on full display as she clashes with Alex.

: While she proved her talent in the pilot, this episode shows her empathy. A poignant moment occurs when she realizes she wears the same shoes as the rape victim, humanizing the tragedy. Medical Accuracy & Critical Reception [S1E2] The First Cut Is the Deepest

: A young woman is admitted after a brutal attack. In a dark but pivotal twist, she managed to bite off part of her attacker's anatomy during the struggle. Meredith is tasked with "babysitting" the specimen (the attacker's penis) to ensure it remains viable for police evidence. : Her hyper-competitive, medicine-first attitude is on full