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S3·E5 Heavyweight

Episode
Season 3, Episode 5
Air Date
October 20, 1973
Runtime
60 minutes
Director
Dennis Donnelly
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired October 20, 1973 60 min
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Synopsis

At a structure fire, the paramedics rescue a pregnant woman and Johnny injures his shoulder. After going into labor, the guilt-ridden mother is determined to abandon her deformed baby. Dr. Morton treats Johnny and gives him a bad time about his physical condition, sending Johnny on a fitness kick. Dr. Early treats an electrocuted child whose mother is on drugs. The son of a stabbing victim is more determined to shoot the assailant than get his father to the hospital. Roy and Johnny rescue a hanglider pilot trapped in a tree.

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When did Season 3 Episode 5 of Emergency! air?

Season 3, Episode 5 ('Heavyweight') originally aired on October 20, 1973.

How long is Season 3 Episode 5 ('Heavyweight')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 60 minutes.

What happens in Emergency! Season 3 Episode 5?

At a structure fire, the paramedics rescue a pregnant woman and Johnny injures his shoulder. After going into labor, the guilt-ridden mother is determined to abandon her deformed baby. Dr. Morton treats Johnny and gives him a bad time about his physical condition, sending Johnny on a fitness kick. D...

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