Fourth and Gall (Play by Play Coverage)

This satirical nail-biting episode covers a cholecystectomy with bile duct exploration and extraction of a left hepatic duct stone.

The Southwestern Conference of the American Surgical League brings surgical "drama, controversy, success, failure" as Dr. Floyd McKitrick, known for his innovative offense, goes up against a tough "Rockem Sockem" bag of stones in patient Lou Listister.

Dr. McKitrick faces multiple challenges, including bleeding, poor relaxation, an unexpected hepatic duct stone, and questionable calls by the referees.

But with the help of his longtime first assistant, the "disciplined" and "rigid" Dr. Calvin Duffy, and a solid performance from the rest of the surgical team, Dr. McKhitrick perseveres and emerges with a win.

Tune in to witness surgical history in the making as these skilled surgeons navigate the high-stakes world of the operating room!

Written by Leo A. Gordon, MD, The Bard of American Medicine