Dennis Gant was a fictional surgical intern at Cook County Hospital, whose character is introduced in Season 3. He was portrayed by Omar Epps.
History[]
Originally from Atlanta, Georgia, he went to LSU Medical School. He was assigned to the surgical Blue Team, supervised by Dr. Peter Benton, along with Dr. John Carter. Carter and Gant quickly become friends and later roommates. Gant is constantly being criticized by Benton, who later reveals that he is working Gant harder than the others as he feels that Gant has more to prove.
Time at the ER[]
Dennis Gant was a loyal friend who helps out others with their workload. He had trouble adjusting to his surgical residency, due to the stress of his girlfriend in Atlanta breaking up with him, and feeling that he isn't living up to Benton's expectations. After being publicly degraded by Benton, he went to Dr. Anspaugh to lodge a complaint, But Carter didn't back him up. Later, he either jumped or tripped in front of the El-train (conflicting witness reports are given) and died in season 3 episode 11 Night Shift. John felt very guilty for his death and responsible as well.
Relationships[]
Peter Benton - Supervisor when he was at County Hospital
John Carter - Friend and roommate
Appearance[]
Gant is an African American male who is about 5'10" - 6'0" and medium build. He has a fade and has brown eyes.
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