At Uotora General Hospital where patients with complex symptoms are often passed between departments, a new general medicine unit is established to bridge the gaps in care. A new doctor claiming to be a general practitioner arrives.

A girl with a congenital heart condition dies at Uotora General Hospital, while Tokushige's unusual concern for her brother sparks tension with his colleagues.

A TV announcer diagnosed with hypopharyngeal cancer refuses surgery to protect his voice, leading to conflict between Tokushige and Togo over treatment and the value of his identity.

A man’s diabetes shows no improvement despite his wife’s devoted support, leading her to blame the doctor. When the case is reassigned, tensions rise not only between the couple but also among the doctors treating them.