Chicago Med season 10 episode 10, "Together One Last Time," left fans with a lot to process in an episode that was full of impactful moments for our favorite doctors, but the episode also ended with a bit of a somber note that has sparked conversation among Chicago Med fans.

“In memory of Michael Waxman,” read the dedication card that ended the episode. It was a moment designed to honor a beloved member of the One Chicago family, one whose name might not have immediately been recognizable, as Waxman worked behind the scenes on the show rather than appearing as a member of the cast.

So what was Waxman’s connection to the One Chicago franchise?

Waxman was a key part of Chicago Med’s early years, serving as an executive producer from 2015 to 2019 and directing 18 episodes across the first six seasons. In addition to serving as a producer across the show’s first four seasons,...