Grey’s Anatomy
Grey ’s Anatomyis adore by lover because of its compelling plot of land and for indirectly serve as an educational tool for people not so conversant with the medical world . But another thing that makes it such an unmissable offering is the people in it . The Shondaland series has a long list of entrancing characters , each of them provide a live footmark .
With 18 season wrapped up so far , the medical drama has hundreds of character reference , making it hard to single out dearie . fortunately , Rankermakes it easier to identify the case that are cherished the most . Since ranking on the website are determined by fan votes , the list can be view as an accurate representation of viewer opinion .
Derek Shepherd
Despite being subjected to one ofthe saddestGrey ’s Anatomydeaths , the legacy of the world - famous Neurosurgeon remains . Apart from him being extremely good at his jobs , Derek also has one of the best relationship arcs with Meredith .
In a show about Dr. , it ’s hard to think of any other that ’s better than Derek . He takes on complex aesculapian cases that others are afraid to touch and he comes so highly recommended that even the President take him to spearhead the Brain Mapping Initiative . What deducts point from Derek is how handles his romantic spouse . Derek is often thought of as not only self - centered but fond of using hurtful words while fence .
Addison Montgomery
The neonatal surgeon has been in and out of the show but the lack of consistency has n’t foreclose fans from care for her . Addison ’s dearest sprightliness is also quite interesting to follow .
The fact that Addison is the onlyGrey’scharacter to have her own spinoff show is a confirmation of her grandeur . She is ever assured in her work and as such , she has developed expertness in the most complex of procedure , including part fetal nerves . The only major stigma on her character is that she is responsible for for one ofthe worstGrey ’s Anatomybetrayals , where she jockey on Derek with his unspoiled champion , Mark .
BokHee
The scrub nurse tends to look in most of the surgeries but rarely speaks . Interestingly , BokHee isportrayed by a real - life scrub nanny .
Though BokHee is economical with lyric , her good - hearted and heavily - play nature always make her an interesting character to keep up with . Additionally , BokHee has been heroic a few times in the series . During the infirmary shooting , it ’s she that passed Jackson a all important cat’s-paw that help deliver Derek ’s life .
Meredith Grey
Events have revolved around Meredith since the pilot light installment . She has a grace vocation and , at the moment , she is the Head of General Surgery .
There is no other character that is more fleshed out than Meredith . She has plenty of friend , batch of rivalries , and a couplet of potential Prince Charmings . Meredith ’s family memberscome with their own brand of drama too . As a operating surgeon , Meredith has had plenty of fantastic here and now too , include one where she performed a neurological surgery on her wedding day as well as win one of the most prestigious medical award .
Miranda Bailey
The current Chief of Surgery is cognize for her strict personality . On top of that , she is one of theGrey ’s Anatomycharacters that appear the most .
Pearl Bailey mostly glitter brighter than her fellow because she is a bully leader . She demonstrates this ability right from the pilot instalment and never slows down . Her tough love is n’t necessarily a bad thing as it has shaped some of the doctors into who they are today . Nathaniel Bailey is also benevolent , patent from her decision to start the Denny Duquette Memorial Clinic to serve patients who ca n’t give right healthcare .
Arizona Robbins
The former Head of Fetal Surgery is currently in New York , having move there to be closer to her family . She currently works at the Robbins - Herman Center for Women ’s Health , a facility she co - founded with Nicole Herman .
Arizona has n’t been seen since the 14th time of year but her contributions are still sweet in the mind of viewers . She has a inwardness of Au and that ’s why she fought for a Duncan Grant to advance neonatal surgery in third world countries . Moreover , she is one of the most adored LGBTQ+ character in the aesculapian dramatic play .
Cristina Yang
Cristina also has n’t been around since the eleventh time of year but her name keeps popping up during debates about the show . At the here and now , she is more than content with her duties as the Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the Klausman Institute for Medical Research .
No other character has been better used to explore the good and the ugly side of friendships than Cristina . She and Meredith often remind viewers of their own social struggles and jubilations . Cristina is sleep with for her own unparalleled beliefs too . She is an atheist , ever contend in favour of scientific discipline alternatively of deities .
Lexie Grey
The operative resident was a plane clangour dupe in one ofthe saddestGrey ’s Anatomyepisodes . After her expiry , Seattle Grace Mercy West was renamed to Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital in tribute to her and Mark .
While Lexie receiving more voter turnout than her sister Meredith might be a surprisal to some , it is her worked up vulnerability makes her easier to relate with . Moreover , she is the only person on the show with a photographic memory , an ability that make it unacceptable for her to forget medical knowledge during surgery . Her complicated kinship with her sister often makes for intriguing storylines too .
Mark Sloan
The former Head of Plastic Surgery has a great stretch as one of Seattle Grace ’s most controversial doctor . woefully , like Lexie . he dies after the plane crash too .
Mark ’s " liquid ecstasy opera house " side is more dominant than his " doctor " side . Thanks to his witching nature , he earns himself the nickname " McSteamy . " However , fans shortly learned there was a circle more to him , with the surgeon later testify to be an splendid beginner and a smashing instructor .
Alex Karev
Alex is presently in Kansas , having chosen to stay there so that he can raise his kids . Prior to that move , he had reached his career - high as the Chief of Surgery at Pacific Northwest General Hospital .
During his time on the show , Alex undergoes a smashing transformation . start out as an overly aggressive and inauspicious - mannered person , he ends up becoming care and sensible . He is extremely hardworking and lively too . give out his test never deters him . He not only takes it again , allow him to become a certify doctor but also grows to be one of the best in his field .
