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The Best Episodes of Trauma

Every episode of Trauma ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Trauma!

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When emergencies occur, the trauma team from San Francisco City Hospital is first on the scene, traveling by land, by sea or by air to reach their victims in time. From the heights of the

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Trauma Season 1 Episode 14 - Targets
    8.6/10(48 votes)

    #1 - Targets

    S1:E14

    Nancy and Glenn get caught in the crossfire as a sniper takes San Francisco hostage. Rabbit and Marisa are torn between instinct and protocol as each emergency medical call could be a trap. Meanwhile, Boone must learn to adapt to Tyler's new paramedic status and medical knowledge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Trauma Season 1 Episode 10 - Blue Balloon
    8.5/10(48 votes)

    #2 - Blue Balloon

    S1:E10

    As a bad batch of heroin hits the streets of San Francisco, Glenn questions Nancy's judgment during an encounter with a "frequent flyer." Meanwhile, a bizarre theft sends Marisa on wild goose chase. Elsewhere, Boone contemplates his future and takes a new step, while a romance begins to take off.

    Director:Steve Shill
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Trauma Season 1 Episode 17 - Sweet Jane
    8.5/10(42 votes)

    #3 - Sweet Jane

    S1:E17

    In the process of gathering stories for his book, Glenn finds himself discussing unusual calls with his work mates and ends up hearing much more than he imagined. Elsewhere, Tyler's dad comes to town for a visit.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Dario Scardapane

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  4. Trauma Season 1 Episode 6 - Home Court
    8.4/10(51 votes)

    #4 - Home Court

    S1:E6

    The tables have turned as Nancy and Glenn find themselves on the other side of the trauma. Meanwhile, Boone's priorities on the scene are called into question. Elsewhere, Rabbit has a surprising reaction while treating a patient.

    Director:Norberto Barba
    Writer:David Schulner

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  5. Trauma Season 1 Episode 7 - That Fragile Hour
    8.3/10(60 votes)

    #5 - That Fragile Hour

    S1:E7

    Glenn's attempt to follow his heart puts his career – and safety – on the line. Meanwhile, Marisa gets a surprise visit from an old friend. Elsewhere, Rabbit helps a patient deal with his devastating loss.

    Director:Alex Zakrzewski
    Writer:Bruce Rasmussen

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  6. Trauma Season 1 Episode 9 - Thank You
    8.3/10(49 votes)

    #6 - Thank You

    S1:E9

    Thanksgiving travel gets dangerous when a packed commercial airliner must make an emergency landing that goes terribly wrong. Meanwhile, Nancy finds herself reluctant to spend the holiday with her family. Elsewhere, Boone and Tyler respond to an unusually common Thanksgiving emergency.

    Director:Eric Laneuville
    Writer:Peter Noah

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  7. Trauma Season 1 Episode 12 - Protocol
    8.3/10(40 votes)

    #7 - Protocol

    S1:E12

    Glenn handles a procedure by the book and loses a patient, bringing the whole station under a "probie curse." Meanwhile, Rabbit's suspension leads him to mandatory therapy sessions to regain his wings as his relationship with Nancy intensifies. Elsewhere, Marisa deals with a new partner, while Boone and Tyler have a patient jump out of the rig.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Trauma Season 1 Episode 13 - 13
    8.3/10(42 votes)

    #8 - 13

    S1:E13

    Rabbit has a breakthrough in therapy that reveals a traumatic event from his past. Meanwhile, Nancy and Dianas difference of opinion puts a patients life at risk. Elsewhere, Tyler and Boone consider their futures, as Glenn reaches a career milestone.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Dario Scardapane

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  9. Trauma Season 1 Episode 4 - Stuck
    8.1/10(54 votes)

    #9 - Stuck

    S1:E4

    Tyler and Boone respond to an explosion at a Chinese restaurant and find that there is more to the situation than meets the eye. Meanwhile, Nancy's advanced medical training is put to the test. Elsewhere, Rabbit has an unexpected reaction to a bumpy flight.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Bruce Rasmussen

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  10. Trauma Season 1 Episode 18 - Crossed Wires
    8.1/10(44 votes)

    #10 - Crossed Wires

    S1:E18

    A problem with dispatch creates chaos when medics are sent scrambling to the wrong locations. Marisa reconnects with her army buddy Casey, but their visit takes a dark turn. Boone plans a surprise party for Tyler's birthday. Elsewhere, Nancy, who has a lot on her plate as she deals with a terminal cancer patient, ponders the next step with Rabbit in their relationship.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Trauma Season 1 Episode 8 - M'Aidez
    8.0/10(49 votes)

    #11 - M'Aidez

    S1:E8

    A wedding celebration at sea is interrupted by a high-speed boat collision. As the team quickly rushes to their aid to treat the victims, things get lost in translation. Meanwhile, Nancy takes time to reconnect with her family. Elsewhere, Marisa comes to the aid of those close to her heart.

    Director:John Behring
    Writer:Janet Tamaro

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  12. Trauma Season 1 Episode 3 - Bad Day at Work
    7.9/10(62 votes)

    #12 - Bad Day at Work

    S1:E3

    Boone's marital problems take a back seat to a mad gunman who goes on a shooting rampage inside an office building. The incident forces Rabbit and Nancy to work together for the first time in over a year to treat the injured hostages. Meanwhile, Marisa realizes she's more like Rabbit than she would care to admit.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Peter Noah

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  13. Trauma Season 1 Episode 11 - Tunnel Vision
    7.9/10(41 votes)

    #13 - Tunnel Vision

    S1:E11

    Nancy must face one of her greatest phobias while treating a construction worker trapped underground after falling down a manhole. Meanwhile, Rabbit and Marisa are on the scene of a bank robbery to treat the injured. Elsewhere, Boone has a new position and his first decision may jeopardize the career of one of his own.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Trauma Season 1 Episode 5 - Masquerade
    7.8/10(65 votes)

    #14 - Masquerade

    S1:E5

    Tyler and Boone are on the scene when chaos erupts at a Halloween party. Meanwhile, Nancy and Glenn's shift takes an unusual turn. Elsewhere, a secret is revealed that can change a partnership.

    Director:Jean de Segonzac
    Writer:David Schulner

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  15. Trauma Season 1 Episode 15 - Scope of Practice
    7.8/10(38 votes)

    #15 - Scope of Practice

    S1:E15

    Nancy comes under fire for ignoring protocol when treating a high school cheerleader and her actions put Dr. Joe in the hot seat and their relationship on the line. Meanwhile, Rabbit and Marisa are quarantined after being exposed to a patient with meningitis. Elsewhere, a misunderstanding puts Boone's partnership with Tyler to the test.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Trauma Season 1 Episode 16 - Frequent Fliers
    7.8/10(39 votes)

    #16 - Frequent Fliers

    S1:E16

    A patient who regularly abuses the system calls again for help. Nancy has problems with her father's new job and Boone disagrees with Tyler on how to treat a patient at a mosque. Also, a dream unsettles Marisa at work.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Trauma Season 1 Episode 2 - All's Fair
    7.7/10(66 votes)

    #17 - All's Fair

    S1:E2

    The team responds to a major accident when a car loses control and crashes into a local street fair. Meanwhile, Nancy gets a new partner, and Rabbit teaches Marisa a lesson.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Dario Scardapane

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  18. Trauma Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.6/10(74 votes)

    #18 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    "Trauma" is an intense, action-packed look at one of the most dangerous medical professions in the world: first responder paramedics. When emergencies occur, the trauma team from San Francisco City Hospital is first on the scene, traveling by land, by sea or by air to reach their victims in time. From the heights of the city's Transamerica Pyramid to the depths of the San Francisco Bay, these heroes must face the most extreme conditions to save lives -- and give meaning to their own existence in the process. In this initial installment, tragedy hits close to home, and the lives and paths of the team are forever changed.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Dario Scardapane

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Best Episodes Summary

"Targets" is the best rated episode of "Trauma". It scored 8.6/10 based on 48 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 3/29/2010. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Blue Balloon".