This fall, TV debuts five new dramas with medical peeps: NBC’s Trauma and Mercy, ABC’s FlashForward, USA Network’s Royal Pains and CBS’s Three Rivers. We wouldn’t dare assume it’d stray from the typical incestuous behavior that’s occurred in its medical predecessors (Meredith and McDreamy, et al.), but what if we mix ‘n’ matched doctors and nurses from hospitals across networks? Well, the following 12 couples would make the most sense …
Dr. Mark Sloan (Grey’s Anatomy) and
Nurse Chloe Payne (Mercy)
She (Michelle Trachtenberg) is young, innocent, and doe-eyed … just the kind of prey Dr. “McSteamy” Sloan (Eric Dane) loves to chase. Sure, he’s got that now with Lexie Grey, but my theory is that Lexie dumps him, and he goes back to his philandering ways, while at the same time looking for a close replacement.
KEEP READING: Dr. Lawson and Dr. Montgomery![PAGEBREAK]
Dr. Hank Lawson (Royal Pains) and
Dr. Addison Montgomery (Private Practice)
He (Mark Feuerstein) is kind of the “medical MacGyver,” and she (Kate Walsh) has had to jury-rig all sorts of crazy fetal operations. Maybe they could swap hints and spit.
KEEP READING: Dr. Brennan and Dr. Reid![PAGEBREAK]
Dr. Temperance Brennan (Bones) and
Dr. Spencer Reid (Criminal Minds)
They (Emily Deschanel, Matthew Gray Gubler) are both brilliant forensic specialists, and neither has much of a sense of humor or any social skills. They could be the new Frasier and Lilith!
KEEP READING: Dr. Cameron and Dr. Dorian! [PAGEBREAK]
Dr. Allison Cameron (House) and
Dr. “J.D.” Dorian (Scrubs)
Dr. Cameron (Jennifer Morrison) is wound way, way too tight. In the 38 seasons that House has been on the air, she hasn’t cracked a smile once (maybe a half-smirk, but that’s it). J.D. (Zach Braff), while a little immature, could totally loosen her up.
KEEP READING: Dr. House and Nurse Jackie![PAGEBREAK]
Dr. Gregory House (House) and
Nurse Jackie Peyton (Nurse Jackie)
Dr. House (Hugh Laurie) and Nurse Jackie (Edie Falco) seem destined for a co-dependant relationship. He keeps her supplied with Demerol, she keeps him supplied with Vicodin. It’s a match made in Duane Reade.
KEEP READING: Dr. Grey and Dr. Bell![PAGEBREAK]
Dr. Meredith Grey (Grey’s Anatomy) and
Dr. Neven Bell (Monk)
Dr. Grey (Ellen Pompeo) is about as neurotic as they come, and Dr. Shepherd is such the enabler. Monk’s shrink, Dr. Bell (Hector Elizondo), would be a far better match — because if he can deal with the obsessive-compulsive detective what’shername, then dealing with Meredith’s insecurities should be cake.
KEEP READING: Dr. Reid and Dr. Torres![PAGEBREAK]
Dr. Elliot Reid (Scrubs) and
Dr. Callie Torres (Grey’s Anatomy)
Dr. Reid (Sarah Chalke) is as neurotic as Dr. Grey — and even worse in the love department. We think it’s time that she switch teams, and Dr. Torres (Sara Ramirez) is just the right mix of strength and compassion (she, too, was once jilted by a man-boy) to make the transition a good one.
KEEP READING: Dr. Warner and Dr. Hawkes![PAGEBREAK]
Dr. Melinda Warner (Law & Order: SVU) and
Dr. Sheldon Hawkes (CSI: New York)
It’s a cool, crisp fall evening. Lovers stroll arm-in-arm. In the distance, the clip-clop of handsome cab horses. Medical examiner Dr. Warner (Tamara Tunie) is called out on a case. While examining strangulation marks on the victim, she looks up and sees Dr. Sheldon Hawkes (Hill Harper), dusting for finger prints. Their eyes lock, and a little spark flies between them.
KEEP READING: Dr. Ross and Dr. Stevens![PAGEBREAK]
Dr. Doug Ross (ER) and
Dr. Izzie Stevens (Grey’s Anatomy)
They (George Clooney, Katherine Heigl) would have the most ridiculously beautiful children.
KEEP READING: Dr. Turk and Nurse Callahan![PAGEBREAK]
Dr. Chris Turk (Scrubs) and
Nurse Veronica Callahan (Mercy)
Turk (Donald Faison) is married, but there is something about Nurse Callahan (Taylor Schilling) that seems like Turk’s type. She is smart — with a brain filled with more medical knowledge than many doctors; she is strong — just came back from a tour in Iraq. We think Dr. Turk would like to be bossed around by this strong, independent woman.
KEEP READING: Dr. Bailey and Dr. Yablonski! [PAGEBREAK]
Dr. Miranda Bailey (Grey’s Anatomy) and
Dr. Andy Yablonski (Three Rivers)
She (Chandra Wilson) is a tough-as-nails surgeon whose marriage ended because of her tireless dedication to her patients. He (Alex O’Loughlin) is witty, attractive, and easygoing, but is just as dedicated as Dr. Bailey. It’s the perfect “opposites attract” couple.
KEEP READING: Dr. Palchuk and Dr. Benford![PAGEBREAK]
Reuben “Rabbit” Palchuk (Trauma) and
Dr. Olivia Benford (FlashForward)
With a nickname like Rabbit, you figure this flight medic (Cliff Curtis) has made the rounds and then some (hippity-hop!). His newest conquest will be his new pilot, Marisa Benez (Aimee Garcia) — but really, he oughta hook up with newly-minted adulteress, Dr. Benford (Sonya Walger). Before the intern weasels his way in.
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