In this scene from Die Spreewaldklinik, tensions arise between two colleagues, as one is upset about the other not responding to messages. The first colleague wanted to meet up for coffee, but the other had been too busy with work and a promise to meet someone else. The conversation soon shifts to more serious matters regarding the hospital’s operations.

The colleague brings up the contract of Dr. Berg, which they were supposed to look over, but the other person admits that they haven’t had time to review it due to a busy day. As the conversation continues, it becomes clear that next week the hospital’s senior management will be visiting, and the colleague has compiled a list of recent incidents for review, suggesting they present it to the higher-ups. However, the second colleague is reluctant to get involved, saying they feel uncomfortable “stabbing Dr. Berg in the back”—a reference to the fact that Dr. Berg had recently apologized to them for something that had happened. Despite the earlier tension, the colleague seems to have softened, explaining that Dr. Berg’s actions were a personal matter, and they were sorry for how things had played out.

The first colleague is surprised by this reaction, pointing out that Dr. Berg’s behavior with Lea, another staff member dealing with trauma, seemed to disregard the well-being of the patients. The second colleague defends Dr. Berg, explaining that the situation with Lea was different and related to the welfare of the patients, whereas the current issue feels more personal. This distinction helps clarify the moral divide between the two colleagues—one is focused on hospital politics, while the other feels a sense of loyalty to Dr. Berg, even if there are personal frustrations.

Eventually, the two colleagues agree to put the matter behind them and move on, deciding to forget the tension for now. They agree to meet later for coffee, a sign that despite their differences, they can still maintain some camaraderie. The scene reflects the complexities of professional relationships in a high-pressure environment, where loyalty, personal feelings, and professional duties collide, forcing characters to navigate difficult ethical and personal choices.