Nora Beady is an orphan, having been raised by the eccentric Dr. Horace Croft. Under his tutelage she has become adept as his surgical assistant in his private clinic. This was unheard of and not allowed in the late 1800’s. When Dr Daniel Gibson, a surgical resident is invited to join Dr. Croft’s practice she is forced to become a “proper” lady. This doesn’t last long, since Nora has made a remarkable discovery. She must now decide whether to let the men take credit for her work or risk everything and tell the world what she is really capable of.