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An eclectic group of underfunded yet dedicated doctors and nurses navigates caring for patients — and each other — while keeping it all together at an Oregon hospital.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    St. Denis Medical Season 2 Episode 18 - We Make Time
    8.7/10(256 votes)

    #1 - We Make Time

    S2:E18

    When Ron becomes a patient, the St. Denis staff rallies around him, whether he likes it or not; Matt and Serena need to talk.

    Director:Matt Sohn
    Writers:Eric Ledgin, Bridget Kyle, Vicky Luu

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  2. St. Denis Medical Season 2 Episode 14 - Happy Birthday, Matty
    8.3/10(240 votes)

    #2 - Happy Birthday, Matty

    S2:E14

    Matt's first birthday party gets crashed by a rival; Joyce decides to "get back out there."

    Director:Bill Benz
    Writers:Bridget Kyle, Vicky Luu

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  3. St. Denis Medical Season 2 Episode 17 - Here a Righteous Woman Comes
    8.3/10(237 votes)

    #3 - Here a Righteous Woman Comes

    S2:E17

    Joyce hosts a ribbon-cutting for the birthing center; Matt and Serena take on an awkward assignment.

    Director:Christine Gernon
    Writers:Naomi Ekperigin, Jeremy Bronson

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  4. St. Denis Medical Season 1 Episode 18 - This Place Is Our Everything
    8.0/10(290 votes)

    #4 - This Place Is Our Everything

    S1:E18

    A storm causes chaos in the Emergency Department. Alex is torn between an obligation to her husband and her co-workers' needs. Joyce goes on a spending spree with found money.

    Director:Jeffrey Blitz
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. St. Denis Medical Season 2 Episode 6 - I Left a Woman on the Table
    8.0/10(291 votes)

    #5 - I Left a Woman on the Table

    S2:E6

    Matt struggles to deal with a patient from his past. Bruce tries to rekindle romance with a former flame. Joyce treats patients to cover a nursing shortage.

    Director:Bill Benz
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. St. Denis Medical Season 1 Episode 6 - Ho-Ho-Hollo
    7.8/10(442 votes)

    #6 - Ho-Ho-Hollo

    S1:E6

    It's the holiday season at St. Denis. Alex and Ron care for a patient whose diagnosis is not what it seems. Joyce enlists Serena's help to boost St. Denis' online presence. Bruce and Matt help a Santa in need.

    Director:Heather Jack
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. St. Denis Medical Season 2 Episode 2 - Mama Bear Activated
    7.8/10(276 votes)

    #7 - Mama Bear Activated

    S2:E2

    After Bruce is attacked at the hospital, Matt helps him deal with the aftermath. Alex motivates Joyce to amp up security, while Ron and Serena debate who is more qualified to defend themselves.

    Director:Richie Keen
    Writers:Bridget Kyle, Vicky Luu

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  8. St. Denis Medical Season 2 Episode 15 - Everyone Loves Portland General
    7.8/10(194 votes)

    #8 - Everyone Loves Portland General

    S2:E15

    Bruce considers a new chapter in his career; Serena uses a baby to get out of work; Matt helps Ron log onto his computer.

    Director:Rory Kramer
    Writer:Andy Kushnir

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  9. St. Denis Medical Season 1 Episode 17 - Bruce-ic and the Mus-ic
    7.7/10(294 votes)

    #9 - Bruce-ic and the Mus-ic

    S1:E17

    At the annual fundraiser, Alex and her husband, Tim, try to have a wild, kid-free night. Ron and Joyce butt heads over hosting duties. Bruce sets out to win this year's "Dancing with the Caregivers" competition.

    Director:Trent O'Donnell
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. St. Denis Medical Season 2 Episode 3 - Get Me in the Pod, Brother
    7.7/10(266 votes)

    #10 - Get Me in the Pod, Brother

    S2:E3

    Alex and Ron spar over the wisdom of open communication. Joyce brings in a body scanner that proves overly distracting.

    Director:Tristram Shapeero
    Writer:Justin Shanes

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  11. St. Denis Medical Season 2 Episode 13 - A New Best Friend
    7.7/10(215 votes)

    #11 - A New Best Friend

    S2:E13

    Alex's husband gets treated by Bruce; Joyce goes on an accidental journey; Ron's shoes squeak.

    Director:Heather Jack
    Writers:Eric Ledgin, Owen Ellickson

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  12. St. Denis Medical Season 2 Episode 16 - Experience with Human Babies
    7.7/10(202 votes)

    #12 - Experience with Human Babies

    S2:E16

    Alex helps Joyce hire a midwife; Bruce joins Matt for an ambulance ride-along; Serena and Ron butt heads over a pen.

    Director:Ruben Fleischer
    Writer:Kyle Mack

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  13. St. Denis Medical Season 1 Episode 7 - 50 cc's of Kindness
    7.6/10(386 votes)

    #13 - 50 cc's of Kindness

    S1:E7

    Ron mocks Alex and Matt's attempts to resolve a conflict between two prison inmates who stabbed each other in a gang fight. Serena helps Bruce address his fear of needles. Joyce finds herself smitten by the burly prison guard.

    Director:Christine Gernon
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. St. Denis Medical Season 1 Episode 9 - You Gotta Have a Plan
    7.6/10(363 votes)

    #14 - You Gotta Have a Plan

    S1:E9

    Joyce asks Alex to be the executor of her estate. Matt and Serena are forced to keep watch over a bickering family. Bruce grapples with unexpected DNA test results.

    Director:Bill Benz
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. St. Denis Medical Season 1 Episode 12 - Buffalo Bruce and Matty the Kid
    7.6/10(326 votes)

    #15 - Buffalo Bruce and Matty the Kid

    S1:E12

    An emotional support animal is loose in the halls of St. Denis. Alex goes big for Serena's birthday to mixed results.

    Director:Heather Jack
    Writer:Naomi Ekperigin

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  16. St. Denis Medical Season 2 Episode 5 - A Strong Cup of Coffee
    7.6/10(260 votes)

    #16 - A Strong Cup of Coffee

    S2:E5

    Alex is eager to impress her old charge nurse, Pam, who comes back to St. Denis. Serena and Matt try to solve a patient's mystery illness.

    Director:Heather Jack
    Writer:Hunter Toro

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  17. St. Denis Medical Season 2 Episode 7 - No Wonder His Kidney Wants Out
    7.6/10(253 votes)

    #17 - No Wonder His Kidney Wants Out

    S2:E7

    Ron and Alex react very differently to a seemingly selfless patient. Joyce runs into an old flame. Matt helps Bruce find a new best friend.

    Director:Randall Keenan Winston
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. St. Denis Medical Season 2 Episode 9 - You're in His Bubble Space
    7.6/10(258 votes)

    #18 - You're in His Bubble Space

    S2:E9

    Ron and Matt try to convince a child to get his shot. Alex helps Joyce with wedding planning. Bruce and Serena butt heads over Matt.

    Director:Bill Benz
    Writer:Emman Sadorra

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  19. St. Denis Medical Season 1 Episode 14 - Listen to Your Ladybugs
    7.5/10(309 votes)

    #19 - Listen to Your Ladybugs

    S1:E14

    Joyce launces a women's health initiative to unexpected results. Ron treats a patient who has all the answers. Bruce has an existential crisis.

    Director:Bill Benz
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. St. Denis Medical Season 2 Episode 11 - This Isn't Bingo
    7.5/10(229 votes)

    #20 - This Isn't Bingo

    S2:E11

    Alex hosts a senior health fair. Bruce resuscitates a patient with a DNR. Ron competes with Matt over a patient's homemade fudge.

    Director:Claire Scanlon
    Writer:Jordan Hearne

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  21. St. Denis Medical Season 2 Episode 12 - Nod and Agree
    7.5/10(237 votes)

    #21 - Nod and Agree

    S2:E12

    Ron tries to wrap up a perfect visit from his son, Michael. Alex questions Val's return from jury duty. Bruce feels iced out of a juicy business opportunity.

    Director:Jay Hunter
    Writer:Justin Shanes

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  22. St. Denis Medical Season 1 Episode 3 - Weird Stuff You Can't Explain
    7.4/10(511 votes)

    #22 - Weird Stuff You Can't Explain

    S1:E3

    When Ron hexes the day to prove superstitions aren't real, things at the hospital start getting weird. Joyce and Matt discover an employee's secret.

    Director:Matt Sohn
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. St. Denis Medical Season 1 Episode 4 - Salamat You Too
    7.4/10(479 votes)

    #23 - Salamat You Too

    S1:E4

    Alex accidentally provokes the Emergency Department's mean girls. Ron and Serena battle over parking etiquette. Bruce has a hard time letting go of the spotlight.

    Director:Jason Woliner
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. St. Denis Medical Season 1 Episode 5 - A Peanut and Caramel-Filled Miracle
    7.4/10(425 votes)

    #24 - A Peanut and Caramel-Filled Miracle

    S1:E5

    Ron and Bruce butt heads over a candy bar. Alex is forced to fire an incompetent employee. Matt seeks appreciation for saving a patient's life.

    Director:Matt Sohn
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. St. Denis Medical Season 1 Episode 8 - Gimme the Scuttlebutt
    7.4/10(373 votes)

    #25 - Gimme the Scuttlebutt

    S1:E8

    An "intimacy in the workplace" discussion leads Joyce to discover she's out of the loop on office gossip. Alex gets self-conscious about her sex life. Bruce tries to fight a new policy about dating co-workers.

    Director:Shahrzad 'Sheri' Davani
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"We Make Time" is the best rated episode of "St. Denis Medical". It scored 8.7/10 based on 256 votes. Directed by Matt Sohn and written by Eric Ledgin, Bridget Kyle, Vicky Luu, it aired on 4/6/2026. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "Happy Birthday, Matty".