Consultant surgeon Sheila Sabatini rules her operating theatre with a sharp tongue and a withering sense of humour. Her dedication and determination to succeed in a male-dominated world make her a force to be reckoned with, and her colleagues at the Gillies Hospital have learned the hard way not to mess with her! Sheila’s intimidating manner may hide a soft centre, but only those who dare to get close enough discover that; they include administrator and best friend, Joyce, and anaesthetist Dr. Haslam, a man brave enough to pursue a romantic relationship with the spiky Mrs Sabatini…

Nicola McAuliffe gives a memorable performance as Sheila Sabatini, with Duncan Preston starring alongside her as Jonathan Haslam. Surgical Spirit was a huge success with the viewing public, running for seven series between 1989 and 1995. This complete second series was originally screened in 1990.

Cold Cuts
Sheila’s favourite domestic has gone and the hospital’s
ice-cold. Someone’s trying to save money…

The Copeland Affair
Sheila and Dr Haslam attempt to have unpopular ODA Katie transferred elsewhere.

Educating Daniel
Dr Haslam agrees to talk to Sheila’s errant son, Daniel - to little apparent effect.

Doubting Thomas
Sheila hands over her operating list to her registrar, who isn’t quite up to the job.

The Phone Call
Sheila’s estranged husband, an international lawyer, is trying to contact her - but why?

The Garden Party
Sheila wants Jonathan to accompany her at a Buckingham Palace garden party.

Something In The Air
Joyce fears that her new assistant could be a little too efficient.