Over Grey's Anatomy's almost 20-year reign, there have been several talented surgeons who have stepped up to the prestigious Chief of Surgery position, but only one can be considered the best. The Chief of Surgery at Grey-Sloan Memorial is not only regarded as the top surgeon, but also has several managerial responsibilities, and acts as the chief of staff for all the other surgeons. As a result, the Chief of Surgery always has an increased narrative role in Grey's Anatomy during their tenure in the position.

The decisions that the Chief of Surgery makes directly impact every attending and resident surgeon, as the position also puts them in charge of the hospital. A large part of the role involves delegating funding to different programs and making administrative decisions that can make the lives of their colleagues harder. As several Grey's Anatomy characters have realized, the position is not for the light-hearted,...