Dr. Carter tries to overcome his frustration at being once again considered a first-year intern and having to run his cases by Dr. Doyle, while his new medical student keeps disappearing to work on research. Dr. Elizabeth Corday begins working with Dr. Benton on trauma cases. With one hurdle cleared for Benton's baby, he and Carla finally give their son a name. Dr. Ross and Nurse Hathaway continue their renewed romance. After interviewing several candidates for the new desk clerk position, Dr. Greene impulsively hires a young woman. While Dr. Morgenstern awaits angioplasty, Dr. Weaver becomes Acting Chief of Emergency Services and wastes no time making administrative changes.