Grey's Anatomy Marks 20th Anniversary with High-Stakes Alzheimer's Research Conflict

Meredith Grey and Amelia Shepherd face new challenges over the credibility and ownership of their groundbreaking research as Tom Koracick presents competing findings.

Grey's Anatomy celebrates its 20th anniversary with a special episode highlighting the ongoing Alzheimer's research storyline.
Meredith Grey and Amelia Shepherd are blindsided during a presentation when questions arise about the validity of their research.
Tom Koracick is revealed to have presented similar findings, intensifying tensions over ownership of the work.
The conflict stems from Catherine Fox's earlier demand that the research be handed over to Koracick due to Fox Foundation funding, a directive Meredith defied by publishing through the NIH.
Showrunner Meg Marinis reflects on the show's cultural impact and its role in inspiring careers in medicine over two decades.