The British medical drama 'The Royal' first aired on ITV, introducing viewers to the fictional St Aidan's Royal Free Hospital in the Yorkshire Moors.
The show's main cast including Dr. Jennifer Mason and Dr. Gordon Ormerod were introduced, setting the stage for the series' ongoing storylines.
The Royal featured special episodes and crossovers with other ITV medical dramas, enhancing its popularity and reach.
Dr. Gordon Ormerod begins his tenure as a senior surgeon at St Aidan's Royal Hospital, starting his crucial medical work and involvement in hospital drama.
Nurse Jessica Devlin arrives at St Aidan's, becoming a key nursing staff member and featuring in many hospital storylines.
Dr. Jill Weatherill is introduced as a young doctor who develops new dynamics with the hospital staff and patients.
Dr. Ormerod must navigate an ethical dilemma involving experimental treatment on a patient, testing his professional boundaries.
A major fire incident occurs in one of the hospital wings, prompting emergency procedures and risking patients' lives, with lasting effects on the hospital community.
After several challenging cases and personal struggles, Dr. Jill Weatherill leaves St Aidan's, impacting the hospital staff morale.
Dr. David Cheriton joins the hospital as a consultant surgeon, bringing new expertise and complex interpersonal relationships.
St Aidan's Royal Hospital faces a severe financial crisis threatening its operations, leading to changes in management and staff anxiety.
St Aidan's carries out its first successful heart transplant, marking a milestone in the hospital's medical achievements.
After years of dedicated service, Dr. Gordon Ormerod resigns from the hospital, leaving a significant void in the medical staff.
