What a terrific character portrait! You have captured Cuddy's complexity and intelligence and her intriguing relationship with House perfectly. The introduction of the fascinating Rourke was an excellent vehicle for highlighting the medical skills of Cuddy and indirectly the teaching skills of House as well.

I am so pleased that you devoted detailed attention to Cuddy's job as an administrator and the talent and intellect that is required by her difficult position. Too often the assumption is made that she must be a mediocre doctor to be a good administrator, but you have shown how necessary it is for her to understand the full array of medical arts and the complex human psychology underlying all of them in order to stay on top of her hospital. Great job!
--blacktop