Episode
Grey's Anatomy: How to Save a Life
Overview
Derek witnesses a horrible car accident and springs into action to save lives.
Details
- Series
- Grey's Anatomy
- Season
- Season 11
- Episode
- Episode 21
- Air date
- 2015-04-23
- Runtime
- 43 min
Episode context
How to Save a Life is Episode 21 in Season 11 of Grey's Anatomy. It aired on 2015-04-23. The runtime is 43 min.
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Episode 20: One Flight Down
A small plane crash in Seattle causes multiple casualties and brings back horrible memories for the doctors, especially Meredith and Arizona. Meanwhile, friction between Owen and Amelia makes for an uncomfortable working situation for Stephanie.
Episode 22: She's Leaving Home
Meredith and the staff feel the impact of losing one of their own; Jackson struggles with April's decision; Bailey and Ben argue about their future. Months after Derek's funeral, Amelia struggles with her emotions; April plans to return; and Derek's part in Meredith's life continues to grow.
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Episode 17: With or Without You
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Episode 16: Don't Dream It's Over
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Episode 15: I Feel the Earth Move
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Episode 14: The Distance
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Episode 13: Staring at the End
The hospital doctors become fascinated with Dr. Herman’s case when Amelia gives a lecture detailing the intricacies of the surgery. Arizona and Herman continue to bond over the amount of cases they are trying to complete before the big surgery. Meanwhile, Bailey brings them a case of a pregnant woman who is close to her heart.
Episode 12: The Great Pretender
Maggie gets upset when Meredith dodges her questions about DC; Bailey and Ben become concerned about Ben’s brother after he is admitted to the hospital, and Dr. Herman starts to warm up to Arizona. Meanwhile, Richard feels manipulated by Catherine.