Grey's Anatomy

The character Alex Karev was not in the original pilot script. His role was inserted into the pilot as an afterthought, in order to provide a foil, as well as male companionship for Dr. George O'Malley. Since he wasn't added until after the pilot was shot, scenes with him were either re-shoots or digitally altered.

Many of the female surgeons will wear jewelry while scrubbing in, as well as while operating. This is prohibited in real Operating Rooms. Also, many of the surgeons (especially Dr. Maggie Pierce -Kelly McCreary) have long nails which is a no-no for a surgeon.

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