Bill Lawrence Upcoming Appearances

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In the Season 9 premiere, J.D., Turk, Cox, Kelso and Denise take on a med-school teaching gig at Sacred Heart that finds them mentoring a new crop of students, whose first day of school is especially challenging.

J.D., Turk and Kelso play matchmaker when they sense a spark between Denise and Drew. Elsewhere, Lucy learns more about becoming a doctor, but it s not an easy lesson to handle.

The residency directorship appeals to Cox, but Kelso s a hurdle; tensions surface between Elliot and Sean, who learns of her fling with J.D.; a surgical procedure partners Carla with Turk, who s not anxious to work side by side with his fiancee.

Tom Cavanagh (“Ed”) returns as J.D. s brother, a scamp who awakens troubling memories; Elliot and Carla moonlight at a pet clinic, where they incur the wrath of Kelso, seeking care for his adored pooch.

After ignoring Ellie s warning about hanging out with a younger crowd, Jules pride and reputation take a hit when she tries to keep up with out-of-control twentysomethings.

Reelection strategies set Charlie at odds with Caitlin; and romantic fervor stirs Stuart, who falls for Carter s old friend, Michelle (Lori Loughlin). Wheeler: Tom Amandes. Jerry: David Starwalt. Stuart: Alan Ruck. Carter: Michael Boatman.

J.D. deals with the news that he s going to be a father; Dr. Cox worries about how his anger is going to affect his offspring; and the Janitor wonders whether his personal vendetta against J.D. is a waste of time. Blue Man Group appears.

Carla s brother (Freddy Rodriguez of “Six Feet Under”) rankles Turk; a scattered yet beguiling hospital visitor (Tara Reid) intrigues J.D., whose loyalty to Cox is tested in an issue involving the critically ill that embattles Cox with Kelso.

Reelection strategies set Charlie at odds with Caitlin; and romantic fervor stirs Stuart, who falls for Carter s old friend, Michelle (Lori Loughlin). Wheeler: Tom Amandes. Jerry: David Starwalt. Stuart: Alan Ruck. Carter: Michael Boatman.

J.D. tries to determine just how compatible he and Kim (Elizabeth Banks) are; Turk comes up with a way to make extra cash so that Carla can stay home with their baby; and Elliot contemplates the perks of working in private practice.

As J.D. and Kim (Elizabeth Banks) struggle to decide what to do about her pregnancy, Carla goes into labor; Turk feels overshadowed by Elliot; and Jordan (Christa Miller) takes issue with how Dr. Cox treats Jack: like a “drinking buddy.”

A visit from J.D. and Turk s frat buddy (Ryan Reynolds), now successful and still partying, unsettles his pals. Meanwhile, Cox learns he s the father of Jordan s baby; and Kelso comes down hard on Elliot.

A difficult case rallies the residents behind J.D.; mishaps plague Elliot, who has a calamitous run-in with an old beau (Scott Foley); and the feud between Kelso and Cox continues to fester. Laddy: Sean Whalen.

Hospital duty conflicts with Elliot s new romance with an old beau (Scott Foley), who s really more attached to the sea creatures he trains; the bond between J.D. and Turk faces a stern test as the latter finally sets a wedding day.

The residency directorship appeals to Cox, but Kelso s a hurdle; tensions surface between Elliot and Sean, who learns of her fling with J.D.; a surgical procedure partners Carla with Turk, who s not anxious to work side by side with his fiancee.

Tom Cavanagh (“Ed”) returns as J.D. s brother, a scamp who awakens troubling memories; Elliot and Carla moonlight at a pet clinic, where they incur the wrath of Kelso, seeking care for his adored pooch.

Carla s brother (Freddy Rodriguez of “Six Feet Under”) rankles Turk; a scattered yet beguiling hospital visitor (Tara Reid) intrigues J.D., whose loyalty to Cox is tested in an issue involving the critically ill that embattles Cox with Kelso.

OR success buoys Turk s ego; the attention of a sympathetic patient (Bernie Kopell) cheers Elliot, who doubts her ability as a doctor; a back injury gives Cox a lesson in mortality. Danni: Tara Reid. Jordan: Christa Miller Lawrence.

Turk comes up with a new procedure to help a paralyzed teen after an inspiring episode of SportsCenter. Meanwhile, the Janitor and Dr. Cox suffer romantic woes.

J.D. tries to teach compassion with help from Sesame Street favorites Elmo, Grover and Oscar the Grouch. Meanwhile, intern Katie hopes to land a spot on Turk s research team by scamming Elliot.

J.D. and Drew learn the ropes of mentoring and realize students can often provide insight to teachers.

Kelso s replacement, Dr. Maddox (Courteney Cox), makes some changes to Sacred Heart in the Season 8 opener. Meanwhile, J.D. is frustrated by his new set of incompetent interns, and Elliot tries to control her ego.

J.D. and Turk s steak-night tradition is put on hold when the pair comfort a dying patient instead. Meanwhile, Dr. Maddox (Courteney Cox) reveals her true character.

A wealthy man (Scott Foley) has an ulterior motive in his search for an expensive home; Ellie tests her trust of Andy by leaving their baby with him for a day.

Sex obsesses a cancer patient seeking a one-night stand---with Carla and Elliot s help; a liver-transplant controversy embroils Cox and Turk. Miss Himsel: Cheryl White. Mr. Iverson: Mike Starr. Randall: Martin Klebba.