[s1e13] Cursed -

This episode marks the first appearance of , Robert Chase’s estranged and world-renowned father.

: Rowan's death later in Season 2 becomes a massive catalyst for Chase’s character arc, leading to a medical error that nearly costs him his career. Kate's Review: “This Cursed House” - The Library Ladies [S1E13] Cursed

: Leprosy (Hansen's Disease). Gabe contracted it from his father, who had spent time in an ashram in India. The leprosy weakened Gabe's immune system, allowing a minor anthrax infection to become lethal. Character Spotlight: The Chase Family This episode marks the first appearance of ,

: The tension between Robert and Rowan is palpable; Robert resents his father for abandoning the family during his mother's alcoholism. Gabe contracted it from his father, who had

: House discovers Rowan is visiting the hospital not for a conference, but to see Dr. Wilson. Rowan has stage IV lung cancer and has only months to live.