[s2e2] Christian Troy -

: Christian initially consults a rival surgeon because he doesn't trust Sean's steady hand. After a botched self-surgery attempt in a bathroom mirror, Christian realizes he must trust his partner.

: Matt McNamara (John Hensley) discovers that his friend Henry has been arrested for a serious crime and has implicated Matt in a previous hit-and-run. Under oath, Matt denies any involvement.

: To help Sean overcome his anxiety and spasms, Christian undergoes the nose surgery without anesthesia . This allows him to stay awake and verbally guide Sean through the procedure, proving the strength of their partnership. [S2E2] Christian Troy

In this self-titled episode, (Julian McMahon) suffers a broken nose during a sexual mishap. He is hesitant to let his partner, Sean McNamara (Dylan Walsh), perform the corrective surgery because Sean is struggling with uncontrollable hand spasms. Key Plot Points

(Season 2, Episode 2) of the medical drama Nip/Tuck originally aired on June 29, 2004 . This episode is a pivotal moment for the series, focusing on Christian's vulnerability and the deep bond between the two lead surgeons. Episode Overview : Christian initially consults a rival surgeon because

: Vanessa Redgrave (Erica Noughton), Famke Janssen (Ava Moore), and Aisha Tyler (Manya Mabika). Character Development

: Sean treats a Somalian woman seeking clitoral reconstruction after female genital mutilation. Production Details Director : Jamie Babbit Writer : Sean Jablonski Under oath, Matt denies any involvement

This episode is often cited by fans on platforms like Reddit as a definitive look at Christian Troy’s character—balancing his typical egocentric "macho" persona with intense physical and emotional vulnerability.