: George's father, Harold O'Malley, undergoes surgery for esophageal cancer and a heart valve replacement. The entire O'Malley family stays at the hospital, adding pressure on George as he balances his role as a son and a doctor.
This write-up covers the 11th episode of the third season of Grey's Anatomy , which originally aired on January 11, 2007. It is the first half of a two-part event focusing on heavy family themes and major medical decisions. Episode Overview Original Air Date: January 11, 2007 Director: Greg Yaitanes Writer: Krista Vernoff Major Plot Points [S3E11] Six Days (1)
: A 17-year-old patient named Heather, played by guest star Mae Whitman, arrives at the hospital for a surgery to correct severe scoliosis. Her cynical attitude challenges the interns, particularly Izzie. : George's father, Harold O'Malley, undergoes surgery for