
Private Practice
About
A medical drama following Dr. Addison Montgomery as she moves from Seattle to Los Angeles to join a private practice.
Private Practice centers on the life of Dr. Addison Montgomery (Kate Walsh) after she leaves Seattle Grace Hospital to open a private practice in Santa Monica. The series follows her relationships with former medical school friends, who run the Oceanside Wellness Center, as they handle complex medical cases and personal drama. The show balances professional challenges with family and romantic storylines while exploring deeper issues such as addiction, mental health and workplace politics.
What to know
- Spin‑off of Grey’s Anatomy, created by Shonda Rhimes.
- Stars Kate Walsh as Addison Montgomery, with Tim Daly and others.
- Set in Santa Monica’s Oceanside Wellness Center, a private practice.
- A total of six seasons, 111 episodes (2007–2013).
- Features crossover episodes with Grey’s Anatomy.
- Shows a mix of medical cases, romance, and workplace drama.
- Aired on ABC, now available on Hulu and Disney+.
- Explores mature themes such as addiction, mental health, and family conflict.
Watch if
If you enjoy character‑driven medical dramas that mix romance, personal growth and challenging medical cases—especially if you’re a fan of Grey’s Anatomy—Private Practice offers a fresh setting with familiar faces and complex storylines.
Skip if
If you prefer lighter, purely procedural medical shows or dislike storylines involving addiction, mental health struggles, or evolving romantic relationships, this series may feel too heavy or slow‑paced for you.
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