Best TV Shows About Doctors & Medical Workers (Accurate And Not)

Forget The Bachelorette. We all know that reality television’s real obsession is medical dramas. Doctor shows have been around for decades, but the new wave of these series is unlike anything that has aired before. Medical TV shows are usually based on doctors working in American hospitals that are supposed to represent what modern-day medicine is like and give viewers an inside look at the field. However, real doctors have often called out these shows for being overly dramatized and unrealistic.

Despite this, viewers can’t seem to get enough of watching those who save lives and cure diseases. Sure, Scrubs, Grey’s Anatomy, and House are still some of the most popular, but now fans have a full spectrum of medical shows that range from dark and compelling to lighthearted and humorous. The emotional depth is almost unparalleled despite the fact that it’s about doctors. The main characters are complex and grow as people, which makes for incredible storytelling. The friendships and relationships are also incredibly relatable. We all wish to have a friend like Meredith or Cristina, and some are lucky enough to have it.

We’ve rounded up some of the best doctor shows on TV. Some of these series are still ongoing, so lots of new episodes to binge-watch!