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Dr. Romantic is a critically acclaimed South Korean medical drama that blends intense hospital emergencies with deep human emotions and moral dilemmas. The story revolves around the genius but eccentric surgeon Kim Sa-bu, also known as “Master Kim,” who works at a small countryside hospital. Unlike flashy big-city hospitals, this place focuses on saving lives with integrity rather than profit or status. Through gripping surgeries, emotional patient stories, and the growth of young doctors, the series explores themes of humanity, ethics, mentorship, and what it truly means to be a “real doctor.”

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Release Date: November 7, 2016
Director: Yoo In-shik
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
Duration: Each Episode Approx 60 minutes
Language: Korean
Starring: Han Suk-kyu, Yoo Yeon-seok, Seo Hyun-jin, Ahn Hyo-seop, Lee Sung-kyung, Kim Min-jae, Kim Ju-hun
Box Office: Not a Theatrical Film
Where To Watch: Disney+ Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video, Netflix

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Set in Doldam Hospital, Dr. Romantic follows Kim Sa-bu, a legendary surgeon who once dominated Seoul’s medical world before disappearing under mysterious circumstances. Now living quietly, he mentors young doctors struggling with ambition, fear, and personal trauma. Each season introduces new challenges, life-or-death cases, and conflicts with powerful hospital authorities. The drama masterfully balances fast-paced surgical scenes with heartfelt storytelling, highlighting sacrifices doctors make daily. As relationships evolve and secrets unfold, the series delivers powerful messages about compassion over competition. Dr. Romantic stands out for its realistic medical portrayal, strong performances, and emotionally resonant narrative that keeps viewers deeply engaged.

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The shocking fact is that many surgical scenes in Dr. Romantic were praised by real doctors for being unusually accurate so realistic that some medical students reportedly use clips from the show as informal learning references, which is extremely rare for TV medical dramas.

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