Grey's Anatomy is a TV show.
Grey 's Anatomy is an American medical drama television series that premiered on American Broadcasting Company ( ABC ) as a mid-season replacement on March 27 , 2005 . The show was originally titled Complications , a reference to the complicated medical procedures and personal lives of the characters . It has received multiple Emmy nominations , including two for Outstanding Drama Series . It is the longest running scripted primetime show currently airing on ABC , and the second-longest scripted primetime ABC show ever . Sandra Miju Oh ( born July 20 , 1971 ) is a Canadian actress known for her role as Dr. Cristina Yang on ABC 's medical drama Grey 's Anatomy , a role that earned her a Golden Globe , two Screen Actors Guild awards , and five nominations for Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series .