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Dr. Cox Becomes Patient in Scrubs Season 2
14 Jun
Summary
- Dr. Perry Cox will be a patient, not a mentor, in Season 2.
- Season 2 will feature more returning fan-favorite guest stars.
- The revival aims to build on the success of its first season.

The second season of the Scrubs revival is set to premiere this fall, promising an even more engaging experience for fans, according to executive producer Zach Braff. Having learned valuable lessons from the first season, the creative team is focused on refining the show's tone and incorporating elements that resonated with the audience. Braff also hinted at the return of numerous fan-favorite guest stars, a move designed to reward the show's dedicated following.
A significant shift awaits the character of Dr. Perry Cox, portrayed by John C. McGinley. In Season 2, Cox will transition from his established role as a mentor to becoming a patient. McGinley described this change as a "delicious" narrative opportunity, allowing for nuanced conflict as the former teacher is now under the care of others. This storyline will explore a different facet of his character after his diagnosis with an autoimmune disorder at the end of Season 10.