"A Corazon Abierto," Colombian "Grey's Anatomy," Premieres With High Ratings

The Spanish-language adaptation of "Grey's Anatomy" has premiered to stellar ratings in Colombia. "A Corazon Abierto" (With Open Heart) debuted on April 26 on Channel RCN with nearly half of the viewing share in the country.

The medical drama show premiered with a 20.4 rating and 48 share, making it the most impressive debut in the nation since the debut of "Yo Soy Betty La Fea," the original version of ABC's "Ugly Betty."

"A Corazon Abierto" follows the life of surgical intern Maria Alejandra Rivas Cavalier as she begins her training in the shadow of her mother's surgical reputation. Her co-interns include Christina Solano, Jorge Viana, Isabel Henao, and Ausgusto Maza, who will all become part of her new family while she sparks a relationship with surgeon Andres Guerra.

The characters of the series are inspired by its U.S. counterparts, with the lead character Maria Alejandra Rivas Cavalier (Veronica Orozco) inspired by Meredith Grey.

The show, written by "Yo Soy Betty La Fea" scribe Fernando Gaitan, is part of Disney Media Networks Latin America's international brand expansion.