Grey’s Anatomy

I happen to think, and this is a belief that has been confirmed by numerous supporters, that I have pretty good taste-not only in fine wines and fine men-but also in entertainment. This column is dedicated to offering suggestions for the impaired among you who wish to be enlightened with music, television, concert and literature delights. This week I have chosen to highlight “Grey’s Anatomy” which airs on Sundays at 10 p.m. on ABC.

My passion for “Grey’s Anatomy” runs deep. I have convinced many a friend, parent or random passerby to invest an hour every Sunday to get a fix of the awesomeness that is this show. Although I regrettably have only begun watching the masterpiece this year, it has quickly become not only my favorite television show, but my housemates’ favorite as well.

Currently in its second season, the show offers more than a little something for everyone. Whether you like drama, suspense, romance or comedy, “Grey’s” brings witty and sexy allure that keeps fans like me longing for more. Don’t worry about coming in too late because the first season is currently out on DVD.

The relatable protagonist, Meredith Grey, played by Ellen Pompeo, guides us through the lives of five surgical interns at the Seattle Grace Hospital as they simultaneously deal with the intense stress of the operating room, as well as their personal relationships. The interns are kept in line and supervised in the O.R. by an intriguing cast of surgeons, including Dr. Bailey, nicknamed “the Nazi”; the ever-serious, dark and handsome Dr. Burke; and last but not least, the stand-out character of Dr. Shepherd, played by Patrick Dempsey, who also enticingly serves as Meredith’s on-again off-again love interest.

I could not conclude a discussion of the cast without mentioning my favorite member, the intern played by Sandra Oh, Cristina Yang, who is the wittiest thing this side of Jon Stewart and who actually makes me laugh out loud, which if you know me is a big deal (I don’t even crack a smile at “Friends.”)

The highly publicized episode after the Super Bowl brought suspense that must have rivaled the most gripping episode of “24” (I say “must” because I’m not a huge Bauer fan). Viewers were left with a “to be continued” ending knowing that Meredith’s hand was holding a live bomb inside a patient’s body, with the possibility of the whole hospital exploding! The whole week I waited on pins and needles to see how the situation would transpire. I don’t know if Jack Bauer could have even handled this kind of pressure with the self-composure that Meredith demonstrated.

The reason “Grey’s Anatomy” is so addictive is not because of the intense surgical procedures; rather, its allure can be attributed to the unique blend of genres that culminate in one hour of bliss. “Grey’s” melds the suspense of “24,” the wit of “Scrubs” and the sex of “Desperate Housewives” with an unrivaled insight into life.

Meredith Grey guides us through the relationships that the cast lives out, as well as their patients’ often alarming and sometimes humorous conditions with striking profundity. She shows us that in medicine, as well as in life, there are no straight answers. In love, there are no absolutes unless you are drinking, and in medicine, there are no cures unless you are referring to the smash-hit 80’s band.

“Grey’s Anatomy” shows us that neither life nor surgery are ever perfect, but that it’s OK because it is in the shades of gray that life truly takes place.