Scrubs Timeline ( Real )

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October 2, 2001

Scrubs Premiere

The TV show Scrubs premiered on NBC, introducing audiences to the medical comedy-drama series created by Bill Lawrence.

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September 25, 2007

Scrubs Moves to ABC

Scrubs moved from NBC to ABC starting with its seventh season, marking a significant shift in the show's network home.

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December 1, 2009

Scrubs Final Season Begins

The ninth and final season of Scrubs aired, which featured a new cast and served as a spinoff series titled 'Scrubs: Med School'.

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March 17, 2010

Scrubs Series Finale

The final episode of Scrubs aired, concluding the series after nine seasons and over 180 episodes.

Scrubs Timeline ( Fictional )

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Year 1, Month 1

J.D. Starts Medical Internship

John 'J.D.' Dorian begins his internship at Sacred Heart Hospital, starting his journey as a young doctor.

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Year 1, Month 1

Elliot Reid Joins Internship

Elliot Reid starts her medical internship alongside J.D., marking the beginning of her career at Sacred Heart.

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Year 1, Month 1

Dr. Cox Becomes Attending Physician

Perry Cox starts his role as an attending physician, mentoring new interns including J.D.

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Year 2, Month 6

J.D. and Elliot's Relationship Begins

J.D. and Elliot begin to explore their complicated romantic feelings for each other.

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Year 3, Month 3

Turk and Carla Get Married

Chris Turk and Carla Espinosa get married, solidifying their personal and professional partnership.

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Year 5, Month 1

J.D. Becomes Attending Physician

After completing his residency, J.D. is promoted to attending physician at Sacred Heart.

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Year 6, Month 4

Turk Becomes Chief of Surgery

Chris Turk is promoted to Chief of Surgery at Sacred Heart Hospital.

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Year 6, Month 6

Elliot Holds Residency Position

Elliot completes her residency and secures a staff position at Sacred Heart.

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Year 7, Month 10

J.D. and Elliot Have a Child

J.D. and Elliot start a family, adding a new dynamic to their lives.

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Year 8, Month 12

J.D. Leaves Sacred Heart

J.D. departs Sacred Heart Hospital to pursue new opportunities outside the hospital setting.