Synopsis

Shep and Raul arrived at the ER with a group of twelve neglected and abandoned children, creating a flurry of activity for the staff. Shep found himself embroiled in a tense exchange with Malik and Benton after an ill-considered, racially insensitive comment slipped out. Carter’s elation over Mrs. Rubadoux's inclusion in the study evaporated as it became clear she was not improving. A disagreement arose between Jeanie and Carol following Jeanie’s disappointing performance review. Al pleaded with