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Scrubs Season 2 Episodes
Season 2 Episode Guide
22 Episodes 2002 - 2003
In the second season, J.D. (Zach Braff) settles into his residency at Sacred Heart, but his life is anything but predictable when his irresponsible brother Dan (guest star Tom Cavanagh) comes to town and Elliot (Sarah Chalke) dates nurse Paul Flowers (guest star Rick Schroder). Turk (Donald Faison) and Dr. Cox (John C. McGinley) face romantic challenges of their own, as Turk tries to convince Carla (Judy Reyes) to take things to the next level, and Dr. Cox rekindles a relationship with his combative ex-wife, Jordan (Christa Miller).
Episode 1
My Overkill
Thu, Sep 26, 2002 30 mins
Romantic entanglements propel the Season 2 premier. Colin Hay (of Men at Work fame) plays a troubadour, who sings a rendition of "Overkill" that underscores churning emotions at Sacred Heart Hospital. J.D.: Zach Braff. Dr. Cox: John C. McGinley. Elliot: Sarah Chalke.
Episode 2
My Nightingale
Thu, Oct 3, 2002 30 mins
All-night duty---and major-accident casualties---rattle the new residents, whose salvation depends on the cool and collected Carla (Judy Reyes). Jordan: Christa Miller. Ted: Sam Lloyd. Dr. Cox: John C. McGinley.
Episode 3
My Case Study
Thu, Oct 10, 2002 30 mins
Michael McDonald ("Mad TV") plays a patient with a manhood problem that J.D. seeks to parlay into a trip to an AMA conference in Reno. Mrs. Warner: Maree Cheatham. Mrs. Kellerman: Jill Basey. Doug: Johnny Kastl.
Episode 4
My Big Mouth
Thu, Oct 17, 2002 30 mins
A test of character awaits Turk, who clashes with a female surgeon; a test of friendship is in store for Carla and J.D., thanks to his big mouth. Mr. Hogan: Brian Powell. Bonnie: Lela Lee. Dr. Wen: Charles Chun. Turk: Donald Faison.
Episode 5
My New Coat
Thu, Oct 24, 2002 30 mins
Cocky new residents stand up to senior staffers. Case in point: J.D.'s run-in with Cox over a severely ill sinus patient (Ted Lange). Dr. DiStefano: Brian McGovern. Mrs. Bumbry: Kerry Michaels. Dr. Amato: Jeff Asch.
Episode 6
My Big Brother
Thu, Oct 31, 2002 30 mins
Tom Cavanagh ("Ed") guest stars as J.D.'s older brother, a likable rascal whose surprise Halloween visit spooks his sibling. Elliot: Sarah Chalke. Dr. Cox: John C. McGinley. Janitor: Neil Flynn. Dr. Wen: Charles Chun.
Episode 7
My First Step
Thu, Nov 7, 2002 30 mins
Heather Locklear plays a pharmaceutical rep who bedevils Cox. Also: Carla and Elliot make take-charge decisions that have repercussions. Cox: John C. McGinley. Carla: Judy Reyes. Elliot: Sarah Chalke. Janitor: Neil Flynn.
Episode 8
My Fruit Cups
Thu, Nov 14, 2002 30 mins
Rivalry for Cox's affection pits his new flame, Julie (Heather Locklear), against his ex-wife, who's in a delicate physical and emotional state. Jordan: Christa Miller Lawrence. Dr. Reid: Lane Davies. Elliot: Sarah Chalke. Turk: Donald Faison.
Episode 9
My Lucky Day
Thu, Dec 5, 2002 30 mins
Elliot faces a lawsuit from an irate, recovering patient (Alan Ruck) who was originally told by her that he had just a short time to live; J.D. and Cox treat two new patients who have identical, complicated symptoms. John Ritter and David Copperfield have cameos. Jordan: Christa Miller Lawrence.
Episode 10
My Monster
Thu, Dec 12, 2002 30 mins
Personal tangles snare staffers, including Cox, reinvolved with his pregnant ex; and J.D., swept away by a comely cashier (Sarah Lancaster). Jordan: Christa Miller Lawrence. Cox: John C. McGinley. Carla: Judy Reyes.
Episode 11
My Sex Buddy
Thu, Jan 2, 2003 30 mins
Renewed sex with J.D. calms Elliot, who's facing personal and professional dilemmas. She's broke, and patients are bailing out on her. Mr. Woodbury: Kevin Cooney. Elliot: Sarah Chalke. Turk: Donald Faison. Cox: John C. McGinley. Janitor: Neil Flynn.
Episode 12
My New Old Friend
Thu, Jan 9, 2003 30 mins
Comeuppances are in store for Cox, Kelso and J.D. from, respectively, a hypochondriac, a surgical patient and Elliot, who wants more than just sex from J.D. Corman: Richard Kind. Mrs. Kaye: Phyllis Applegate. Dr. Zeltzer: Robert Clendenin.
Episode 13
My Philosophy
Thu, Jan 16, 2003 30 mins
The heart afflictions of two women, including a plucky mother-to-be, affect J.D.; a battle to build a locker room for women pits Elliot against Kelso. Elaine: Jill Tracy. Sandy Larkin: Toni Ann Rossi. Steve Larkin: Sam Jaeger.
Episode 14
My Brother, My Keeper
Thu, Jan 23, 2003 30 mins
Dick Van Dyke plays a beloved, old-school MD who mentors J.D. in a delicate surgical procedure; D.L. Hughley portrays Turk's gregarious older brother. Jordan: Christa Miller Lawrence. Troy: Joe Rose. Dr. Gerson: Julie Hudson.
Episode 15
His Story
Thu, Jan 30, 2003 30 mins
Rick Schroder plays a nurse drawn to Elliot; Eric Bogosian portrays a strong-willed psychiatrist treating the wrathful, ever-cynical Cox (John C. McGinley). Dr. Zeltzer: Robert Clendenin. Jenny: Lenore Thomas. Doug: Johnny Kastl.
Episode 16
My Karma
Thu, Feb 20, 2003 30 mins
Tensions arise between Elliot and her new love, Nurse Paul (Rick Schroder); delivery day arrives for Jordan, who turns away ex-hubby Cox. Jordan: Christa Miller Lawrence. Dr. Donna: Debra Azar. Cox: John C. McGinley.
Episode 17
My Own Private Practice Guy
Thu, Mar 13, 2003 30 mins
A personal secret is revealed about Dr. Cox during hospital visitations by a cocky MD (Jay Mohr), who establishes a rapport with J.D. Jordan: Christa Miller Lawrence. Mr. Hilliard: Barry Kivel. Dr. Cox: John C. McGinley.
Episode 18
My T.C.W.
Thu, Mar 20, 2003 30 mins
J.D.'s romantic life has a new light (Amy Smart): a glow beside the flickering bulbs in the bickering relationships of fellow staffers. Nurse Paul: Rick Schroder. Jordan: Christa Miller Lawrence. Janitor: Neil Flynn.
Episode 19
My Kingdom
Thu, Mar 27, 2003 30 mins
A surgery stint stokes J.D., but alienates him from Turk; the Elliot-Nurse Paul affair seesaws; the Cox-Kelso enmity takes a peculiar turn. Nurse Paul: Rick Schroder. Crispin: George Miserlis. Elliot: Sarah Chalke. Ted: Sam Lloyd.
Episode 20
My Interpretation
Thu, Apr 3, 2003 30 mins
Troubling diagnoses fluster J.D., more deeply involved with a recent widow; baby-sitting has an impact on Cox; erotic dreams agitate Turk. Jamie: Amy Smart. Jordan: Christa Miller Lawrence. Cox: John C. McGinley.
Episode 21
My Drama Queen
Thu, Apr 10, 2003 30 mins
J.D.'s love runs hot and cold; Turk's romance with Carla takes a sudden turn toward the altar; Cox's mockery backfires. Fred Berry ("What's Happening!!") plays himself in a cameo. Jamie: Amy Smart. Janitor: Neil Flynn.
Episode 22
My Dream Job
Thu, Apr 17, 2003 30 mins
In the Season 2 finale, a visit from J.D. and Turk's frat buddy (Ryan Reynolds), now successful and still partying, unsettles his pals. Meanwhile, Cox learns he's the father of Jordan's baby; and Kelso comes down hard on Elliot.
