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Netflix's newest medical drama, Pulse, delivers a tense, emotional ride that concludes with a finale filled with revelations, redemption, and resolve. The 10-episode series, created by Emmy winner Carlton Cuse (Lost) and writer Zoe Robyn (The Equalizer), follows Dr Danielle "Danny" Simms (Willa Fitzgerald), a third-year resident thrust into chaos at Miami's Maguire Medical Center. As the season wraps, the stakes couldn't be higher, both professionally and personally, for Danny and the people around her.

What is Pulse about?

The series dives into the complex emotional and professional entanglements at Maguire, a Level 1 trauma center, as Danny tries to balance leadership, heartbreak, and trauma care during a city-wide crisis.

Pulse opens in a storm of controversy and literal disaster. Dr Danny Simms files a sexual assault complaint against her former lover and supervisor, Dr Xander Phillips (Colin Woodell), just as a Category 4 hurricane barrels toward Miami. Amid swirling rumours and mounting pressure, Danny is unexpectedly promoted to chief resident when Xander is suspended.

Danny's Emotional Journey:

By the finale, Danny has weathered more than a natural disaster. She handles the fallout of her HR case, wrestles with her new leadership role, and watches her long-standing friendship with fellow resident Dr Sam Elijah (Jessie T Usher) begin to fracture. Their bond, laced with unspoken romantic tension, reaches a breaking point when Sam finally gets the promotion he was vying for in Episode 1.

In a surprising turn of events, Danny chooses to withdraw her complaint against Xander, guided by the support of her younger sister, Dr Harper Simms (Jessy Yates). Though the choice raises eyebrows, it highlights the emotional toll and complexity of Danny's situation.

Xander's Confession Changes Everything:

This revelation reframes the tension between Danny and Xander. While their romantic relationship remains fractured, Xander's apology in the final episode feels sincere. He acknowledges the role he played in Danny's professional and emotional turmoil, bringing long-overdue closure.

Initially set up as the series' antagonist, Xander's character takes a sharp turn in the finale. Through scattered flashbacks and a vulnerable confession, viewers learn the real reason behind his departure from Kennedy Hospital: the accidental death of a patient during surgery. Under pressure and rushing through a procedure, Xander made a fatal mistake - one his powerful family helped bury by enforcing NDAs on those involved.

What Happened to Dr Natalie Cruz?

A major twist in the finale sees the departure of Dr Natalie Cruz (Justina Machado), the sharp and politically savvy chair of surgery and emergency medicine. Her removal, driven by internal politics and power struggles, paves the way for Dr Patrick Sanchez (JR Ramirez), who makes his debut in Episode 9, to take her place. This change marks a significant shift in the hospital's power dynamics and hints at potential new conflicts if the series continues into another season.

Sam's Rise and Rift with Danny:

Sam's promotion to chief resident in the final episode marks a professional high but comes at a personal cost. His feelings for Danny, which simmered throughout the series, finally come to light, complicating their already-strained friendship. As he steps into the role Danny once held, their dynamic grows tense, and unresolved emotions linger between them.

The Ocean Scene:

The season closes on a quiet, powerful note. In the final scene, Danny walks into the ocean alone, symbolically washing away the chaos, heartbreak, and pressure that have defined her journey. It's a moment of peace - a deep breath after a storm and a hint at renewal.

Hospital Dramas:

Pulse separates itself from typical medical procedurals by grounding its characters in emotional realism. "We wanted these characters to be real people who have to go through the relatable issues of working together in a pressure cooker," Robyn tells Netflix. The cast, including standout performances from Fitzgerald, Woodell, and Usher, delivers on that promise.

What's Next for Pulse?

Although Netflix has not yet revealed whether there will be a second season of Pulse, the series has all the right elements for a return - interesting characters, unresolved tensions, and a unique setting that viewers care about.

The entire 10 episodes of Season 1 of Pulse are available to watch now on Netflix. Whether you are interested in the medical emergencies or the emotional emergencies, there's no denying that Pulse will keep your heart beating.

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