The Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 17
The Good Doctor
Season 1

Ep 17. Smile

  • TV14
  • March 19, 2018
  • 43 min
  • 8.2  (1,970)

Dr. Shaun Murphy continues to face challenges both in his personal and professional life in the seventeenth episode of The Good Doctor season one, titled Smile. In this episode, Shaun confronts his inability to communicate effectively with others as he struggles to connect with a patient who has a rare facial deformity.

Shaun is assigned to the case of a teenage girl named Katy, who is suffering from a rare genetic condition called Treacher-Collins Syndrome, which has resulted in severe facial deformity. Shaun, who himself has autism and difficulty understanding social cues, finds it difficult to connect with Katy at first, who has become self-conscious because of her condition. Katy’s mother, who is fiercely protective of her daughter, is also skeptical of Shaun’s abilities due to his unconventional methods.

As Shaun works to solve the medical mystery behind Katy’s symptoms, he must also navigate the emotional challenges of dealing with a patient who is struggling with self-esteem issues due to her appearance. Katy’s condition also resonates with Shaun on a personal level, as he has also dealt with social isolation due to his own differences.

Meanwhile, Shaun’s colleague Dr. Melendez is struggling with his own personal issues, as he deals with the aftermath of breaking up with his girlfriend. This leads him to clash with Dr. Glassman over a patient’s treatment plan, highlighting the conflicting personalities on the hospital’s staff.

The episode also touches on the larger themes of representation and discrimination, as the hospital staff discuss the lack of diversity in the medical field and its impact on patient care. This is explored through the introduction of a new character, Dr. Coyle, who works in the hospital’s diversity and inclusion department and challenges the staff to become more aware of their own biases.

Overall, Smile is a powerful episode of The Good Doctor that tackles important issues related to inclusion, diversity, and representation. The episode also highlights the challenges facing individuals with disabilities in the medical field and the importance of empathy and understanding in providing patient care.

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  • First Aired
    March 19, 2018
  • Content Rating
    TV14
  • Runtime
    43 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    8.2  (1,970)