The Good Doctor is a medical drama that has been on ABC since 2017. It follows the story of Dr. Shaun Murphy, a young surgeon with autism and savant syndrome, as he navigates his new life in a prestigious hospital's surgical unit. The show has been a hit on ABC, with 7 seasons and counting. If you’re looking for the best episodes of The Good Doctor, here are some episodes that have been ranked by fans.
One of the best episodes of The Good Doctor according to fans is the season 2 finale called "Heartfelt". In this episode, Shaun and Lea are tasked with repairing a young girl's heart. However, the surgery proves to be a challenge and Shaun is forced to make a difficult decision. This episode is a gripping, emotional finale that will leave you on the edge of your seat.
Another great episode of The Good Doctor is season 5 episode 8, titled "Facing the Music". In this episode, Shaun and the rest of the team are forced to confront the consequences of their past decisions. As the team deals with the repercussions, Shaun must confront his own guilt and learn to accept responsibility for his actions. This episode is a powerful exploration of human emotion and the importance of accountability.
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While Drs. Lim, Murphy and Wolke help a teenage “biohacker” whose self- experiments begin to compromise his health, Drs. Morgan, Park, Jordan and Glassman treat a young woman who wants a controversial surgery to treat her depression and chronic pain. Additionally, Dr. Reznick looks to take the next step in her relationship with Dr. Park.
The episode was rated 7.57 from 768 votes.
While Doctor Andrews treats a foster kid for injuries sustained at his group home, Shaun and team look to Lea's expertise with cars and auto repair to help a patient whose iron lung has broken. Meanwhile, the patient's niece, a documentarian, takes an interest in Shaun.
The episode was rated 7.57 from 764 votes.
Dr. Park and Dr. Murphy treat an elderly Asian man brought to St. Bonaventure by his daughter after being the victim of a hate crime. In addition, Lea goes behind Shaun’s back to help raise his negative patient satisfaction scores.
The episode was rated 7.59 from 863 votes.
Dr. Shaun Murphy and the team race to save a pregnant woman's baby and find her current situation as a convicted felon complicates it even more than they realize. Meanwhile, the hospital takes on some unexpected changes that the staff are not prepared for.
The episode was rated 7.60 from 889 votes.
When someone mistakenly brings a hallucinogen-laced dish to the hospital's company potluck, much of the hospital staff and doctors are incapacitated -- leaving doctors Murphy, Glassman and Allen forced to take on all the hospital's cases, further exacerbating Dr. Murphy and Dr. Glassman's conflicting work styles.
The episode was rated 7.61 from 775 votes.
Shaun and Lea's upcoming engagement party has everyone in a festive mood; a young single mother learns her son may have contracted his cancer from a surprising source; Mateo finds out if his previous issues in America will be resolved.
The episode was rated 7.62 from 926 votes.
Dr. Shaun Murphy and the team treat a young girl whose father’s personal research complicates their treatment plans. Meanwhile, Dr. Park, Dr. Reznick and Dr. Lim’s patient refuses a life-saving lung transplant despite having a family donor.
The episode was rated 7.66 from 896 votes.
Salen takes extreme measures when she learns that the surgical staff have joined Lim's efforts against her. The team treats a liver transplant patient whose organ donor unwittingly gave him cancer.
The episode was rated 7.66 from 817 votes.
In an effort to please Salen, Andrews takes on a high-profile case and assigns Shaun and Allen to help perform a risky surgery to restore the voice of a famous pop star.
The episode was rated 7.68 from 815 votes.
Dr. Shaun Murphy and Dr. Alex Park must grapple with a life-and-death decision and decide between saving one patient over another. Meanwhile, Dr. Morgan Reznick goes a little too far in her attempt to win Salen’s favor.
The episode was rated 7.68 from 860 votes.
Shaun confronts Salen about the many changes she has implemented since coming on at St. Bonaventure. Glassman is forced to accept his new role at the hospital.
The episode was rated 7.69 from 865 votes.
Dr. Shaun Murphy makes a personal connection with a precoious young patient which threatens his objectivity. Meanwhile, while volunteering at a long-term care facility, Dr. Morgan Reznick realizes she could help Dr. Aaron Glassman’s clinic by offering telemedicine services for nursing homes and care facilities.
The episode was rated 7.72 from 804 votes.
As Shaun and Lea head toward their wedding day, a documentary film maker has chosen to follow their lives to showcase relationships and weddings of atypical couples.
The episode was rated 7.73 from 753 votes.
On the episode of The Good Doctor titled "Expired," Shaun and Lea stumble upon a devastating car accident. They discover a young, pregnant mother who has been severely injured and needs immediate medical attention. Unfortunately, the hospital administrator Salen stands in their way, and the whole situation makes Dr. Glassman apprehensive.
Glassman is especially nervous when a figure from his past requests help. Meanwhile, Shaun and Lea are in a race against time to help the injured mother. The episode is filled with tension and emotion, as Shaun expresses his sadness and anger at Salen and the hospital's administration. This episode definitely brings out the emotions of the characters, and it is sure to leave viewers wanting more.
The episode was rated 7.91 from 921 votes.
In the episode of The Good Doctor titled "Sons", Shaun and Lea make a big life decision and ask their friends at the hospital for their support. Their friends are pleasantly surprised and give them the support they need. Meanwhile, Dr. Wolke's parents come to the hospital with a revelation, and Asher struggles to accept that he and his father may never truly understand one another.
The episode has been highly anticipated by fans, who were wondering when Shaun and Lea would finally tie the knot. While viewers are happy for the couple's wedding and that nothing happened to Glassman, they are left unsatisfied with the cliffhanger at the end of the episode. Fans are now eagerly waiting to see what will happen next in the show.
The episode was rated 7.91 from 771 votes.
