About this season
Surgical spirit is a British situation-comedy television series starring Nichola McAuliffe and Duncan Preston that was broadcast from 14 April 1989 through to 7 July 1995. It was written by Annie Bruce, Raymond Dixon, Graeme Garden, Peter Learmouth, Paul McKenzie and Annie Wood. It was made for the ITV network by Humphrey Barclay Productions for Granada Television.
Episodes (7)
1. The Holiday Job
Aired 4 January 1991 • 30 min
Sheila's son Daniel lands a holiday job at the hospital.
2. Only A Roach
Aired 11 January 1991 • 30 min
Sister Patching spots a cockroach in Sheila's operating theatre.
3. Making News
Aired 18 January 1991 • 30 min
Sheila makes a splash in the news when she sounds off on a television programme about doctors who smoke and drink.
4. The Folks On The Hill
Aired 25 January 1991 • 30 min
Giles Peake suggests a fun run to raise money for the children's ward.
5. Close To The Edge
Aired 1 February 1991 • 30 min
When Jonathon goes to the dentist, Sheila has to work with Quentin Pierce, whom she considers to be mad.
6. The Earth Trembles
Aired 8 February 1991 • 30 min
Sheila and Joyce see Haslam in the wine bar with a mysterious and gorgeous woman.
7. The Rover's Return
Aired 15 February 1991 • 30 min
Sheila gets a visit from her erring husband Remo, plunging her hormones into battle with her principles.