In NBC's compelling new medical drama Brilliant Minds, incredibly gifted neurologist Dr. Wolf, portrayed by Zachary Quinto, is at the helm of yet another high-pressure situation. In this scene, we see his calm, clinical precision contrasted by the unraveling nerves of his jittery intern, who buckles under the weight of performing what should be a routine procedure. As the tension builds, the intern’s anxiety becomes palpable, threatening the success of the operation, while Dr. Wolf observes with a mix of concern and quiet expectation. This moment offers a gripping glimpse into the challenges of the medical field, where even the smallest misstep can have life-altering consequences, and highlights the intense mentorship dynamic at the heart of the show.
Brilliant Minds Cast:
Zachary Quinto, Tamberla Perry, Ashleigh La Throp, Alex MacNicoll, Spence Moore II and Aury Krebs
Stream Brilliant Minds Season 1 now on Peacock!
Brilliant Minds Cast:
Zachary Quinto, Tamberla Perry, Ashleigh La Throp, Alex MacNicoll, Spence Moore II and Aury Krebs
Stream Brilliant Minds Season 1 now on Peacock!
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00:00How are you feeling, Jessie?
00:03Well, I don't love the sound of a spinal tap,
00:06but if it gives us a medical explanation for my air ball,
00:10I'm all for it.
00:13Dr. Marcus is gonna collect a sample of cerebral spinal fluid.
00:17The results will let us know if you have an infection
00:20or inflammation that's causing your symptoms.
00:25Would you mind leaning forward just a little?
00:29Take deep breaths.
00:32Everything okay there, Dr. Marcus?
00:34Yeah, just, uh, just didn't think I'd have an audience.
00:39Whew.
00:42Damn it.
00:43Take this. I can't do this.
00:46All good.
00:48I might feel a little pinch, okay?
00:50Just three, two, one.
00:54Good job.
00:57Dr. Marcus?
01:01What happened in there?
01:02I-I don't know. I got overwhelmed.
01:04Yeah, well, that's obvious, but why?
01:06It's like this thing that happens.
01:07It was, like, I could feel the pain from the needle
01:10and not to mention your disappointment and Jacob's judgment
01:12and our whole family was watching.
01:13It just, it was, I was a mess.
01:14Well, I'd call that an accurate assessment.
01:18A lumbar puncture is a basic procedure, Dr. Marcus.
01:21I know.
01:22Jessie is already terrified,
01:23and you may have just scared her even more.
01:26Figure this out?