The episode revolves around J.D.'s father's death; it is dedicated to John Ritter who played J.D.'s father, Sam Dorian, on the show. He died the year before the episode was made.
Sam Dorian is the third family member to die in the series the first two being Ben Sullivan and Carla's mother.
Third appearance of Dan Dorian.
Eleventh death in the series.
The whiteboard in the break room says "Parking Lot Golf Friday".