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The Best Episodes of Scrubs

Every episode of Scrubs ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Scrubs!

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J.D. & Turk scrub in together for the first time in a long time–medicine has changed, interns have changed, but their bromance has stood the test of time. Characters new and old navigate the waters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Scrubs Season 1 Episode 2 - My 2nd First Day
    8.5/10(11 votes)

    #1 - My 2nd First Day

    S1:E2

    J.D. navigates a new normal; Elliot and Turk clash over the budget.

    Director:Michael Spiller
    Writers:Amy Pocha, Seth Cohen

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  2. Scrubs Season 1 Episode 4 - My Poker Face
    8.4/10(5 votes)

    #2 - My Poker Face

    S1:E4

    To relive their glory days, J.D. plans a poker night with Turk. Elsewhere, competition brews between the medical and surgical interns, while Elliot decides how to handle a social media-obsessed patient.

    Director:Randall Keenan Winston
    Writer:Michael Hobert

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  3. Scrubs Season 1 Episode 1 - My Return
    8.1/10(14 votes)

    #3 - My Return

    S1:E1

    John "J.D." Dorian unexpectedly finds himself back at Sacred Heart, reuniting him with new and old faces.

    Director:Zach Braff
    Writers:Aseem Batra, Tim Hobert

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  4. Scrubs Season 1 Episode 3 - My Rom-Com
    7.7/10(5 votes)

    #4 - My Rom-Com

    S1:E3

    Elliot faces a dilemma with a stubborn patient, while J.D. discovers online doctor reviews. Meanwhile, Turk teaches his interns about new surgical technology and unexpected life lessons.

    Director:Chris Koch
    Writer:Mathew Harawitz

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  5. Scrubs Season 1 Episode 5 - My Angel
    7.0/10(3 votes)

    #5 - My Angel

    S1:E5

    J.D. ventures into the world of post-divorce dating with Turk's guidance. Elliot gets creative when sourcing an organ for a beloved elderly patient, while the interns learn about the unspoken rules of the hospital.

    Director:Ken Whittingham
    Writer:Aaron Lee

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Best Episodes Summary

"My 2nd First Day" is the best rated episode of "Scrubs". It scored 8.5/10 based on 11 votes. Directed by Michael Spiller and written by Amy Pocha, Seth Cohen, it aired on 2/25/2026. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "My Poker Face".