[s3e9] Not Getting Married Today, Part 1 ⇒ <PREMIUM>

The episode titled is the ninth episode of the third season of Grey's Anatomy , originally airing on November 23, 2006. It serves as a major turning point for several long-running storylines, particularly the professional and personal partnership between Cristina Yang and Preston Burke. Episode Summary

Callie Torres attempts to explain herself to George after a period of distance, while George struggles with the stress of his father's illness and his peers' perception of his family. Notable Guest Stars Brooke Smith as Dr. Erica Hahn George Dzundza as Harold O'Malley Debra Monk as Louise O'Malley Lois Smith as Mrs. Dickerson

George’s father, Harold O'Malley , is admitted for surgery. Tensions rise as George loses confidence in Burke and tries to advocate for Dr. Erica Hahn to perform the operation instead.

Still reeling from Denny Duquette’s death, Izzie Stevens pushes the boundaries of her probation. She spends the day outside the hospital, eventually bakes incessantly as a coping mechanism, and eventually talks to Dr. Bailey about the guilt they both feel.