1x03 Winning a Battle, Losing the War
George deals with Mac, a friend of the chief in need of a new liver, who won't stop flirting with him.
Meredith is fed up with Alex showing off as she continues trying to push Derek away. She also is reaching her limits of Izzie's sunshine and George's politeness, as she goes on living with them. Then there is their desire to see Meredith's mother's surgical procedure tapes. Getting through the day, Meredith realizes the keys to winning the race.