Scrubs - Season 1 Episode 9 [90% AUTHENTIC]

: This episode reveals J.D. is afraid of pennies and sharks .

: Dr. Cox deals with the hospitalization of his mentor and former Chief of Medicine, Dr. Benson. Cox competes with Dr. Kelso for Benson's approval, but Benson eventually reminds Cox that he doesn't need to prove Kelso is an "ass"—Kelso does that himself. Key Trivia & Continuity Scrubs - Season 1 Episode 9

: After J.D. mentions her physical exams are "cold and violent," Elliot tries to be more affectionate with her patients. This backfires until she discovers her cold hands are perfect for a patient needing an ice pack. : This episode reveals J

: In the surgery scene, Turk technically makes the incision on the wrong side of J.D.'s body, though it is shown on the correct (right) side later in the episode. Cox deals with the hospitalization of his mentor

: J.D. is admitted to Sacred Heart for surgery. Tension arises when J.D. hesitates to have Turk perform the operation, which hurts Turk's feelings. Ultimately, Turk performs the procedure, and the two reconcile.