‘The Pitt’ Just Introduced a Controversial Storyline That Could Have Major Implications for the ER

What makes The Pitt so fascinating for viewers and critics alike is just how realistic it is. Taking place in the ER of the fictional Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center, the HBO Max series is set in real time in a world where anything can happen. Season 1 offered everything from abuse to drug overdoses, as well as, in the most tense episodes, the aftermath of a mass shooting. The Pitt Season 2 will surely boast more shocking scenes, but two hours in, the real anxiety might lie within the fear of the unknown.

Dr. Michael "Robby" Robinavitch (Noah Wyle) is one shift away from a much-deserved sabbatical, but it's not going to be an easy 15 hours with Dr. Baran Al-Hashimi (Sepideh Moafi) standing over his shoulder. The two have drastically different teaching styles and have already butted heads before the new attending reveals her desire to implement AI in the ER. It's the last thing Robby wants, but given its controversial use in real life, it's exactly what The Pitt needs to tackle this season.

Last season on The Pitt, Dr. Robby was really going through it. As the senior attending physician at an overwhelmingly busy and understaffed hospital, he was constantly on the go. On top of that, he was also trying to deal with the anniversary of his mentor's death, which led to an emotional breakdown by season's end. When first seen in Season 2, Robby reveals he's about to take a three-month break, but as he prepares to go on sabbatical, two people are currently threats to his peace of mind.

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