The episode when Derek Shepherd died is one that most Grey’s Anatomy fans will never forget. The fateful incident happened in season 11, episode 21, and it was titled, “How To Save a Life.” McDreamy was on his way to Washington D.C. to quit the President’s brain-mapping project when he witnessed a car accident.

Does Derek quit his job?

Derek coped with the traumatic experience by speeding. He was arrested multiple times for speeding, which led to Meredith leaving him in jail overnight. He quit his job as Chief of Surgery, having intended to do so for some time as he realized he preferred to be in the O.R. instead of doing administrative work.

Short Summary

Derek’s confidence is shaken like never before as he faces off with Addison over what treatment is best for their dying pregnant patient, Jen. Cristina calls the abilities of a renowned surgeon into question after she botches a standard procedure.

What happens in Season 5 episode 18 of GREY’s anatomy?

Short Summary

George and Meredith face their first “Intern Drama” while Sloan performs an extremely rare facial transplant and Lexie is being judged by her peers. Following Izzie’s confession, Cristina cannot focus and to add to the chaos, she is awarded her first solo surgery.

Kate Walsh joined the medical drama as Derek’s wife, bringing up the third angle of the love triangle that Meredith and Derek found themselves in. She then came to Seattle to put things right with Derek. However, their marriage was soon cut short when Derek cheated on her with Meredith.