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New Delhi: The world of K-dramas gives you multiple romantic tropes. Some have the zest of a small-town romance, others, however, delve deep into human nature. Sometimes, inside the human body. While K-dramas are globally famous for the most heartfelt proposal scenes and steamy chemistry between the leads, some others go beyond the usual romance trope.
If you are in for a binge-worthy experience, then you must dive into medical K-dramas that will keep you hooked throughout. Scroll down to read more about them.
Here is a complete list of ten medical K-dramas you must watch if you wish to explore the genre.
1. Hospital Playlist
Where to watch: Netflix
IMDb rating: 8.7/10
Synopsis: This series follows five doctors who have been friends since medical school in 1999. Balancing their demanding careers at Yulje Medical Centre, their little friend group finds solace and joy in their shared love for music after they form a band in their spare time.
2. Dr Romance
Where to watch: Viki
IMDb rating: 8.4/10
Synopsis: The story centres on a once-famous surgeon who leaves his prestigious job to work at a small hospital called Doldam. There, he mentors young doctors and teaches them about life and the true essence of being a doctor.
3. Doctor Slump
Where to watch: Netflix
IMDb rating: 8.0/10
Synopsis: Yeo Jeong-Woo is a leading plastic surgeon who faces a mysterious medical accident that derails his life. At his lowest point, he reunites with his former rival, Nam Ha-Neul. Thereafter, the story leads them both to navigate their personal as well as professional challenges together.
4. Doctor Stranger
Where to watch: Netflix
IMDb rating: 7.3/10
Synopsis: Park Hoon is a genius surgeon from North Korea who escapes to South Korea and starts working at a prestigious hospital. He becomes entangled in political conspiracies and hospital power struggles in the quest for his lost love.
5. Doctor Lawyer
Where to watch: Jio Hotstar
IMDb rating: 7.1/10
Synopsis: Han Yi Han is a brilliant surgeon who loses his medical license after a surgery blunder. He then reinvents himself as a lawyer who specialises in medical litigation and seeks to uncover the truth behind the incident and bring justice.
6. Good Doctor
Where to watch: Netflix/Viki
IMDb rating: 8.1/10
Synopsis: Park Shi-on is a young surgeon with savant syndrome and autism. He often faces prejudice and challenges as he joins the pediatric surgery department of a large hospital. However, it is his exceptional skills and pure-hearted nature that gradually win over his colleagues and patients.
7. Daily Dose of Sunshine
Where to watch: Netflix
IMDb rating: 7.8/10
Synopsis: Based on real-life experiences, this medical K-drama delves into the world of mental health care. It follows a nurse who navigates the challenges of working in a psychiatric ward. The plot further sheds light on the patients' stories and the importance of compassion in treatment.
8. Emergency Couple
Where to watch: Prime Video
IMDb rating: 7.5/10
Synopsis: Jin-Hee and Chang-Min were once married and are now divorced. The estranged couple unexpectedly reunite as interns in the same hospital's ER. Amidst medical emergencies, the duo confront their past misunderstandings and rediscover feelings for each other.
9. Angel Eyes
Where to watch: Viki
IMDb rating: 7.8/10
Synopsis: This K-drama is about a blind woman who regains her sight and reunites with her first love, who is now a surgeon. Their rekindled relationship faces numerous challenges as they navigate their shared past and present.
10. Ghost Doctor
Where to watch: Viki
IMDb rating: 7.9/10
Synopsis: Cha Young-Min is a genius but arrogant surgeon who becomes comatose. Later, he finds his spirit inhabiting the body of another doctor, Go Seung-Tak. Together, they perform miraculous surgeries and uncover hospital secrets that lead to unexpected personal growth.
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