Ep 10. Sacrifice

Shaun Murphy, a young surgical resident with autism and savant syndrome, faces a difficult decision in episode 10 of The Good Doctor's first season titled "Sacrifice."

As the episode begins, Shaun is caught in the middle of a complicated situation--he must decide whether to save the life of a patient who has participated in clinical trials for his experimental surgery or to save the life of a young boy who has just arrived at the hospital with a rare illness that requires immediate attention.

Shaun is tasked with performing both surgeries simultaneously, but after showing an incredible display of surgical skill, he realizes that he can only focus on one procedure at a time, ultimately needing to make a tough decision.

Meanwhile, Shaun's mentor and friend, Dr. Glassman, is grappling with his own challenges. With mounting debt, Glassman must decide whether to sell a valuable possession to keep the hospital's finances afloat.

As the episode progresses viewers are taken on an emotional journey as Shaun and those around him must face the consequences of their choices.

Throughout the episode, flashbacks reveal Shaun's past experiences with a young patient who was lost due to the same rare disease that the young boy in the hospital is now suffering from. These flashbacks shed light on Shaun's personal motivation in wanting to save the young boy's life.

As the two surgeries progress, it becomes increasingly clear that one of the patients will not survive, and Shaun's decision will ultimately have dire consequences on someone's life.

The episode becomes a moral dilemma as the surgical team debates the ethics of choosing between two patients. As Shaun's conscience is called into question, he is left to grapple with the aftermath of his decision.

As the episode reaches its conclusion, the fate of both patients is revealed, leaving the audience on the edge of their seat as they wonder which patient Shaun has chosen to save.

Overall, episode 10 of The Good Doctor's first season is a poignant and emotional exploration of loss, sacrifice, and the difficult choices that often come with the practice of medicine. It is a must-watch for fans of the show, and a great introduction for those who are just discovering it.