Scrub Room Standoff - Grey's Anatomy Style
A disagreement over a risky experimental procedure turns personal
Full Script
Dr. Meredith: The clinical trial isn't ready. You're rushing it.
Dr. Derek: The patient will be dead by the time it's ready. You want to wait for paperwork?
Dr. Meredith: I want to wait for science. (beat) You remember science?
Dr. Derek: I remember a woman who used to take risks. Who believed in pushing boundaries.
Dr. Meredith: I also remember a man who lost three patients doing exactly this. (pause) Do you?
Dr. Derek: Every single night.
Dr. Meredith: Then why—
Dr. Derek: Because if I don't try, I lose them anyway. (beat) At least this way there's a chance.
Dr. Meredith: A chance. (silence) That's what you said last time.
Dr. Derek: And I'll say it next time too. Because that's what we do, Meredith. We try.