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Doctor John(의사 요한)

2019South Korea
Novel AdaptationCalm Male LeadCrybaby Female LeadDoctor Female LeadEccentric Male LeadEuthanasiaHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadLifeMedicalMysteryRomanceStudent-Teacher RelationshipTrauma

"Doctor John" is a medical series that focuses on specialists in pain management

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Doctor John

Recommendation: Grow Up (2015) similar to Doctor John
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Grow Up (2015)(长大)

2015China
Doctor Female LeadHardworking Female LeadMedicalRomanceStudent-Teacher RelationshipDoctor Male LeadDramaSmart Female Lead

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Hardworking Female Lead, Medical, Romance, and Student-Teacher Relationship themes with a 29% similarity match.

Ye Chun Meng, a dedicated medical intern, has earned the respect of her tough mentor, Zhou Ming, through her hard work and determination. Despite feeling inadequate due to her humble origins, she perseveres in her goal of succeeding in the hospital environment. Throughout her internship, she faces challenges such as comparing herself to colleagues with more privileged backgrounds, contemplating shortcuts that could compromise her integrity, and navigating a complicated relationship with Zhou Ming. However, with Zhou Ming's guidance and through the process of healing her patients, Ye Chun Meng ultimately discovers her true calling and the fulfillment that comes with being a doctor. This journey leads her to a profound understanding of happiness.

Recommendation: Live Up to Your Name similar to Doctor John
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Live Up to Your Name(명불허전)

2017South Korea
Doctor Female LeadEccentric Male LeadHardworking Male LeadMedicalRomanceTraumaAcupunctureCharacter DevelopmentDoctor Male LeadEnemies To LoversFantasyHistoricalJoseon DynastyTime Travel

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Eccentric Male Lead, Hardworking Male Lead, Medical, Romance, and Trauma themes with a 27% similarity match.

Heo Im, born into a concubine family during the Joseon period and possessing exceptional medical abilities, feels disheartened in his profession as he struggles to attain higher ranks within the government due to his lineage. By chance, he finds himself transported through time to contemporary Seoul, 400 years into the future, where he encounters the modern physician Yeon Gyung. Perceiving Heo Im as peculiar, she wishes to distance herself from him; however, they unexpectedly find themselves traveling back to the Joseon era together. (tvN Asia)

Recommendation: Healer of Children similar to Doctor John
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Healer of Children(了不起的儿科医生)

2020China
Doctor Female LeadHardworking Female LeadLifeMedicalRomanceDoctor Male LeadDramaFriendshipHospital SettingPediatrician Female LeadPediatrician Male LeadTeamwork

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Hardworking Female Lead, Life, Medical, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Jiao Jia Ren was rescued by pediatrician Gu Li Feng during her childhood, and later decided to pursue the same career path. Recognizing her potential, Gu Li Feng, who is now the director of the leading children's hospital in the city, goes out of his way to bring her on board as a registrar. Working alongside a team of highly skilled specialists at her new job, Jiao Jia Ren finds herself no longer at the top of her game and puts in extra effort to bridge the gap in expertise. Together with her colleagues Deng Ziang, Gu Jia Ren, and Wang Hang, they encounter numerous challenges both in treating patients at the clinic and in their personal lives. Through these experiences, they grow and develop into capable professionals dedicated to the well-being of children.

Recommendation: Konin Todoke ni Han wo Oshita dake desu ga similar to Doctor John
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Konin Todoke ni Han wo Oshita dake desu ga(婚姻届に判を捺しただけですが)

2021Japan
Eccentric Male LeadHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadLifeRomanceCohabitationComedyDebtFemale Chases Male FirstIntroverted Male LeadMarriage Of ConvenienceMultiple CouplesSmart Male Lead

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Eccentric Male Lead, Hardworking Female Lead, Hardworking Male Lead, Life, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Ookado Akiha, a 27-year-old who is determined to remain unmarried, unexpectedly receives an offer from Momose Shuu, a 30-year-old man who desires the appearance of being married. Despite their initial agreement to enter into a fake marriage, their dynamic shifts as they begin living together and portraying a couple. (Doramaworld)

Recommendation: Konto ga Hajimaru similar to Doctor John
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Konto ga Hajimaru(コントが始まる)

2021Japan
Eccentric Male LeadHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadLifeStudent-Teacher RelationshipCalm Female LeadDramaEccentric Female LeadFamily RelationshipFather-Son RelationshipMultiple MainsTakarazukaYouth

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Eccentric Male Lead, Hardworking Female Lead, Hardworking Male Lead, Life, and Student-Teacher Relationship themes with a 23% similarity match.

The tale revolves around five individuals in their late twenties striving to bounce back from significant setbacks in their lives. Haruto Takaiwa, Shunta Asabuki, and Junpei Minowa form the lesser-known comedy group Macbeth. They frequently meet at a diner where Rihoko Nakahama is employed as a server. Tsumugi Nakahama is Rihoko Nakahama's younger sibling.

Recommendation: Dr. Romantic Season 3 similar to Doctor John
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Dr. Romantic Season 3(낭만닥터 김사부3)

2023South Korea
Doctor Female LeadHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadMedicalRomanceDoctor Male LeadDramaGenius Male LeadHospital Director Male LeadHospital SettingNeurosurgeon Male LeadSurgeon Male LeadTeamwork

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Hardworking Female Lead, Hardworking Male Lead, Medical, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

At Doldam Hospital, Dr. Kim Sa Bu and his team are dedicated to preserving lives. A cutting-edge trauma center, complete with the latest medical advancements, is scheduled to open after a three-year wait. Before the center's official launch, a crisis emerges involving a North Korean vessel that has drifted into South Korean waters. Doctors from Doldam Hospital rush to aid the severely injured individuals on the ship. However, the patients require transportation to the hospital. Adding complexity to the situation, the South Korean government seeks to repatriate the North Korean patients as part of diplomatic negotiations with their neighboring nation. In the midst of this turmoil, Cha Jin Man, father of Cha Eun Jae and a former competitor of Dr. Kim Sa Bu, is enlisted to oversee the new trauma center.

Recommendation: Dr. Romantic similar to Doctor John
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Dr. Romantic(낭만닥터 김사부)

2016South Korea
Hardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadMedicalRomanceTraumaBoss-Employee RelationshipCharacter DevelopmentDramaMale Chases Female FirstPower StruggleSlow Burn RomanceSmart Female LeadSmart Male Lead

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Hardworking Female Lead, Hardworking Male Lead, Medical, Romance, and Trauma themes with a 23% similarity match.

Once a renowned surgeon at the height of his career in a leading hospital, Kim Sa Bu abruptly abandons it all to embrace a life of solitude, taking on the role of a local doctor in a small community

Recommendation: Into the Heat similar to Doctor John
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Into the Heat(刑警的日子)

2025China
Novel AdaptationHardworking Male LeadLifeMysteryStudent-Teacher RelationshipDramaInvestigationPolice Officer Male LeadPolice Officer Supporting CharacterSmart Male LeadTask Force PoliceTeamworkWeb Series

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Hardworking Male Lead, Life, Mystery, and Student-Teacher Relationship themes with a 23% similarity match.

To combat crime and fulfill his aspiration of becoming a police officer, young Liu Zi Ming eagerly joined the Criminal Investigation Detachment of the Criminal Security Bureau. Initially finding the investigative work mundane and unexciting, he gradually adjusted his mindset with the help of his supervisor and collaborated with his colleague to solve cases. Through gaining experience and excelling in his role, Liu Zi Ming developed a profound understanding of the complexities of human nature. Now serving as a Captain, he fully comprehends the immense responsibility that comes with being a law enforcement officer, which he attributes to the unwavering guidance from his superior, the camaraderie of his fellow officers, and the changes in his personal life. His dedication to maintaining social order as a police officer is a source of pride for him.

Recommendation: Hyoheki similar to Doctor John
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Hyoheki(氷壁)

2006Japan
Novel AdaptationLifeMysteryRomanceDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMountain Climbing

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Life, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Two climbers become romantically involved with the same woman. After one of them tragically falls to his death, the surviving climber becomes the primary suspect.

Recommendation: Warm Current (2007) similar to Doctor John
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Warm Current (2007)(暖流)

2007Japan
Novel AdaptationLifeMedicalRomanceDramaHospital SettingLove Hate RelationshipRich Female Lead

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Life, Medical, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Set in the midst of challenges faced by a financially struggling privately-owned hospital, this romantic drama explores a love story that teeters between affection and animosity. It delves into the intricate dynamics between the hospital director's daughter and her family, as well as the individuals involved in the hospital's restructuring process.

Recommendation: South Wind Knows similar to Doctor John
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South Wind Knows(南风知我意)

2023China
Doctor Female LeadLifeMedicalMysteryRomanceBrothers' RelationshipDifficult ChildhoodDoctor Supporting CharacterEmotionally Strong Female LeadHalf-brothers' RelationshipMelodramaNonlinear NarrativeOptimistic Female LeadResearcher Male Lead

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Life, Medical, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Pharmaceutical researcher Fu Yun Shen and surgeon Zhu Jiu join forces for a humanitarian medical mission in a poor area, but a misunderstanding causes tension between them. Despite this, their attraction grows. When Fu Yun Shen is injured in a car accident, he fears their relationship is over. Two years later, they reunite and reignite their love. However, Zhu Jiu discovers unsettling truths about her parents' deaths, putting their future in jeopardy. Will their love withstand these revelations, or will it crumble under the weight of the past?

Recommendation: Kazoku Game similar to Doctor John
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Kazoku Game(家族ゲーム)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationEccentric Male LeadLifeMysteryStudent-Teacher RelationshipDramaDysfunctional FamilyHidden IdentityHigh SchoolPsychologicalSchool BullyingStudent Male LeadTeenager Male LeadTutor Male Lead

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Eccentric Male Lead, Life, Mystery, and Student-Teacher Relationship themes with a 22% similarity match.

The plot centers on an unusual private tutor named Yoshimoto, who is brought in to educate the second son of the Numata household. As the unconventional tutor shakes things up, the struggling student and his family undergo a transformation. Unlike previous adaptations that focused on intense high school entrance exams, the 2013 version will delve into contemporary issues such as bullying and school avoidance.

Recommendation: Nee Sensei, Shiranai no? similar to Doctor John
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Nee Sensei, Shiranai no?(ねぇ先生、知らないの?)

2019Japan
Calm Male LeadHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadLifeRomanceAdapted From A MangaBusinessClumsy Female LeadDramaFast Paced RomanceLove At First SightMale Chases Female FirstNaive Female LeadNice Male Lead

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Calm Male Lead, Hardworking Female Lead, Hardworking Male Lead, Life, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Hanai Ao is a renowned manga artist known for her captivating romance stories, earning admiration from fans for her dedication and achievements

Recommendation: Jugglers similar to Doctor John
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Jugglers(저글러스)

2017South Korea
Calm Male LeadEccentric Male LeadHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadRomanceBoss-Employee RelationshipBusinessComedyDramaFrenemyNerdy Male LeadOblivious Male LeadSmart Male LeadSuccessful Male Lead

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Calm Male Lead, Eccentric Male Lead, Hardworking Female Lead, Hardworking Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

In this romantic-comedy drama set in an office, a secretary characterized by her submissive and compliant nature encounters a boss who is entirely indifferent to others and shows no regard for their feelings. (KBS World)

Recommendation: Run On similar to Doctor John
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Run On(런온)

2020South Korea
Calm Male LeadEccentric Male LeadHardworking Female LeadLifeRomanceDramaFamous Male LeadFather-Son RelationshipHealingMultiple CouplesNice Male LeadSmart Female LeadSportsTranslator Female Lead

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Calm Male Lead, Eccentric Male Lead, Hardworking Female Lead, Life, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Ki Sun Gyeom, a former athlete who had to retire due to legal issues, crosses paths with Oh Mi Joo, a movie subtitle translator who feels their meeting is predestined. At the same time, Seo Dan Ah, the CEO of a sports agency and the legitimate heir to Seomyung Group, faces challenges related to gender bias while striving for her ambitions. Lee Young Hwa, an art student passionate about films, comes into her world. Is there a chance for romance to develop between these two couples?

Recommendation: Poong, the Joseon Psychiatrist similar to Doctor John
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Poong, the Joseon Psychiatrist(조선 정신과 의사 유세풍)

2022South Korea
Doctor Female LeadMedicalMysteryRomanceTraumaAttempted SuicideDoctor Male LeadHistoricalHistorical FictionJoseon DynastyMental IllnessSlow Burn RomanceVillage SettingWidow Female Lead

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Medical, Mystery, Romance, and Trauma themes with a 22% similarity match.

Yoo Se Poong is renowned for his exceptional medical skills within the royal palace, but was banished after his involvement in a plot against the royal family was exposed. He relocates to the unique and picturesque Gyesu Village, where he meets Kye Ji Han, a gruff but kind-hearted elder doctor from Sorak Village. Kye Ji Han is inspired by Yoo Se Poong to become a healer of hearts. In the village resides Seo Eun Woo, a widow from a noble background known for her sharp observations and deep empathy. She relates to the stories of heartbreak, feeling trapped in a marriage she never wanted and bound to honor a deceased husband.

Recommendation: A Poem a Day similar to Doctor John
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A Poem a Day(시를 잊은 그대에게)

2018South Korea
Hardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadLifeMedicalRomanceDramaFemale Chases Male FirstJealousyLove TriangleNice Female LeadNice Male LeadPoetryPoor Female LeadSmart Male Lead

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Hardworking Female Lead, Hardworking Male Lead, Life, Medical, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

The narrative explores the lives of various hospital professionals, including physical therapists, rehabilitation specialists, radiologists, nurses, and medical students. Ye Jae Wook serves as a physical therapist and also imparts his knowledge by teaching in the same discipline. He has recently taken on the role of team leader at the hospital. Woo Bo Young has been practicing as a physical therapist for three years. Although her aspiration was to become a poet, her family's financial struggles led her to pursue a career in physical therapy instead. Meanwhile, Shin Min Ho is currently a trainee, but he lacks interest in physical therapy. His academic performance fell short of medical school requirements, and under the influence of his parents, both of whom are doctors, he was compelled to study physical therapy.

Recommendation: Hush similar to Doctor John
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Hush(허쉬)

2020South Korea
Novel AdaptationHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadLifeMysteryBusinessComedyCorruptionFather-Daughter RelationshipFlashback To PastInvestigationJournalismSurvivalTeamwork

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Hardworking Female Lead, Hardworking Male Lead, Life, and Mystery themes with a 22% similarity match.

“Hush” is a workplace drama centered on the lives of newspaper journalists and their daily challenges, dilemmas, and moral conflicts. Han Jun Hyeok, a seasoned reporter, initially took up journalism to seek justice, but now finds himself torn between his ideals and the realities of the profession. In addition to his career struggles, Han Jun Hyeok faces personal challenges as a husband and father. Lee Ji Su, an outspoken intern reporter, is unafraid to voice her opinions, even during interviews. Upon meeting Han Jun Hyeok, her mentor, she begins to aspire to become a genuine journalist.

Recommendation: Good Doctor similar to Doctor John
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Good Doctor(굿 닥터)

2013South Korea
Doctor Female LeadEccentric Male LeadLifeMedicalRomanceAbleismAutismAutistic Male LeadDoctor Male LeadDramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRare ConditionSavant SyndromeSlow Burn Romance

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Eccentric Male Lead, Life, Medical, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Despite being an autistic savant with limited emotional maturity and empathy, Park Si On successfully graduates from medical school with honors

Recommendation: Ameku Takao no Suiri Karte similar to Doctor John
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Ameku Takao no Suiri Karte(天久鷹央の推理カルテ)

2025Japan
Novel AdaptationDoctor Female LeadMedicalMysteryDirector Of Administration Supporting CharacterGenius Female LeadHospital SettingInvestigationMiniseries

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Doctor Female Lead, Medical, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

Former surgeon and internist Takanashi Yu has been transferred to the General Diagnostics Department at Teniikai General Hospital, under the leadership of Ameku Takao. Takao, the head of the department, is known for her unconventional personality and diagnostic skills. When truck driver Kagawa Shohei is rushed to the hospital after losing consciousness following the consumption of donuts from a company embroiled in a pesticide contamination scandal, Takao and Takanashi work together to uncover the cause of his mysterious illness.

Recommendation: I Love You (2013) similar to Doctor John
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I Love You (2013)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationLifeRomanceDrama

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Life, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

Inspired by the collection of short stories titled "I Love You," authored by Kotaro Isaka, Ira Ishida, Takuji Ichikawa, Otsuichi, Ko Nakamura, and Takayoshi Honda.

Recommendation: Season of Plastic Surgery similar to Doctor John
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Season of Plastic Surgery(整容季)

2016China
Doctor Female LeadLifeMedicalRomanceDoctor Male LeadPlastic Surgeon Female LeadPlastic Surgeon Male LeadPlastic SurgeryPsychologicalSurgical Procedure

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Life, Medical, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

The Chinese online series "Plastic Surgery Romance" follows the story of a talented Korean plastic surgeon who becomes romantically involved with Gao Ren, a renowned plastic surgeon in China and her business partner in the beauty industry. The series was broadcasted on Youku Tudou and garnered over 30 million views.

Recommendation: Obstetrics and Gynecology Doctors similar to Doctor John
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Obstetrics and Gynecology Doctors(산부인과)

2010South Korea
Doctor Female LeadMedicalRomanceDoctor Male Lead

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Medical, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

The drama illustrates the challenging choices and poignant human narratives that unfold every day in the OB-GYN department. It centers on Seo Hye Young, a skilled and resolute obstetrician who has recently moved from a prestigious hospital in Seoul to a branch facility. Her candid approach to her career stands in stark contrast to her troubled romantic life, complicated by her involvement with a married man. Things become increasingly complex when she encounters Lee Sang Shik, the head of the NICU, while her longtime friend Wang Jae Suk also expresses his feelings for her.

Recommendation: Team Batista Season 3: Ariadne no Dangan similar to Doctor John
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Team Batista Season 3: Ariadne no Dangan(チームバチスタ3 アリアドネの弾丸)

2011Japan
Novel AdaptationMedicalMysteryInvestigation

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Medical, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

A homicide takes place within a new MRI model as part of the launch of an Autopsy Imaging Centre at Tojo University Hospital, which aims to utilize MRIs and CTs to determine the cause of death in deceased individuals. During their investigation, Taguchi Kohei and Shiratori Keisuke uncover the corrupt practices within the autopsy system. Additionally, Ikaruga Yoshimasa from the Metropolitan Police's Information Office and Associate Professor Sasai Sumire from the hospital's forensic medicine department express opposition towards the establishment of the centre. (Jdrama Weblog)

Recommendation: Team Batista no Eiko similar to Doctor John
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Team Batista no Eiko(チーム・バチスタの栄光)

2008Japan
Novel AdaptationMedicalMysteryInvestigation

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Medical, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

In the prestigious Tojo University Hospital, a renowned team of surgical specialists is known for their expertise in performing the challenging Batista procedure, a cardiac surgery with a 60% survival rate. Despite achieving 27 consecutive successful surgeries, the team faced a setback with three consecutive deaths during recent procedures. Taguchi, a specialist in psychosomatic medicine, is tasked with investigating the incidents, but struggles due to his gentle nature and lack of expertise in the field. Shiratori, a confident investigator from the Ministry of Health Labor and Welfare, joins the investigation and believes that the deaths were intentional, pointing fingers at the team members. As the investigation progresses, the complex relationships among the seven team members come to light. Can this unlikely pair uncover the truth before it's too late?

Recommendation: The Hospital similar to Doctor John
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The Hospital(白色巨塔)

2006Taiwan
Novel AdaptationMedicalRomanceHospital Setting

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Medical, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

When the President's daughter, Liu Xin Ping, was admitted to the hospital for chemotherapy, Dr. Xu Da Ming and Dr. Tang Guo Tai took on key roles in her medical team. Both doctors saw this as an opportunity to showcase their abilities for the position of hospital director. Xu recommended a Central IV implantation to ease Liu's discomfort during treatment and arranged for Dr. Su Yi Hua, a specialist in this procedure, to perform the surgery. However, Tang was angered by Xu's decision to involve one of his surgeons without approval. In an attempt to undermine Xu and take credit for the treatment, Tang replaced Su with Dr. Qiu Qing Cheng and falsely claimed to have performed the surgery himself. This decision backfired when Liu experienced serious complications post-surgery. Despite facing backlash from Tang, Su stood his ground and defended his actions. This led to his isolation from the surgical department. Meanwhile, anesthesiologist Guan Xin was pressured by hospital director Huang Kai-Yuan, through Tang, to take blame for a medical malpractice claim. Guan refused, facing scrutiny from both the hospital and the victim's family. The power struggle between Tang and Xu ultimately resulted in Tang's downfall and Xu's promotion. This shift in power led to significant changes within the surgical department, affecting the futures of Qiu, Su, and other staff members.

Recommendation: Love Is Not Blind (2013) similar to Doctor John
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Love Is Not Blind (2013)(失恋33天)

2013China
Novel AdaptationLifeRomanceComedy

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Life, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

Huang Xiao Xian, a 25-year-old woman employed at a wedding planning company, ends her 7-year relationship with her boyfriend after catching him on a date with her closest friend at a shopping center. Distraught and despondent, Xiao Xian struggles at work and comes close to losing her job due to a major mistake on an important project. Unexpectedly, a coworker she typically dislikes lends a helping hand, leading Xiao Xian on a journey of healing, self-discovery, and ultimately finding love with someone who has been a constant presence in her life. (KUKAN Drama Channel) Based on the novel written by Bao Jing Jing.

Recommendation: Team Batista Season 2: General Rouge no Gaisen similar to Doctor John
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Team Batista Season 2: General Rouge no Gaisen(チーム・バチスタ2: ジェネラル・ルージュの凱旋 )

2010Japan
Novel AdaptationMedicalMysteryInvestigation

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Medical, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

Kohei Taguchi, a therapist working at Tojo University Hospital, teams up with the quirky Health Ministry official Keisuke Shiratori to solve a medical puzzle alongside brilliant emergency doctor Koichi Hayami. This intriguing case is based on the novel series "Team Batista" by Kaido Takeru.

Recommendation: Team Batista Season 4: Raden Meikyu similar to Doctor John
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Team Batista Season 4: Raden Meikyu(チーム・バチスタ4 螺鈿迷宮 )

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationMedicalMysteryInvestigation

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Medical, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around a rural hospital managed by the Sakuranomiya family, specializing in end-of-life treatment. The local community trusts the hospital completely. However, the plot thickens when a radiologist vanishes with a CT scan. What was the radiologist searching for, and what hidden truth is the family safeguarding about the hospital? Based on the book series "Team Batista" by Kaido Takeru.

Recommendation: Inochi Urimasu similar to Doctor John
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Inochi Urimasu(命売ります)

2018Japan
Novel AdaptationLifeMysteryRomanceBusinessDeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesSuicide

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Life, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

Yamada Hanio transitioned from being a life insurance salesman to becoming a copywriter at an advertising agency. Despite having a successful career and enviable salary, he attempted to end his life one day while walking to work. His suicide attempt failed, leading him to start a unique business selling lives. As he responds to unusual requests, Hanio begins to confront the complexities of life.

Recommendation: Nakuna Kenshui similar to Doctor John
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Nakuna Kenshui(泣くな研修医)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationDoctor Female LeadHardworking Male LeadMedicalDoctor Male LeadDramaHospital SettingMiniseriesNice Male LeadStrong Male Lead

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Doctor Female Lead, Hardworking Male Lead, and Medical themes with a 20% similarity match.

Ameno Ryuji completed his medical education at a university located in a rural area. Currently, he is undergoing training as a doctor specializing in surgery at a hospital in Tokyo. Despite facing criticism from experienced doctors on a daily basis for his lack of skills and knowledge, Ameno Ryuji remains determined to fulfill his duties. He struggles with feelings of inadequacy when interacting with patients and their families, who have high expectations of him. Witnessing the loss of patients weighs heavily on him, but he remains resilient in his goal to succeed as a doctor. Through the camaraderie of his fellow trainee doctors, Ameno Ryuji gradually transforms into a competent medical professional.

Recommendation: Call Me by No-Name similar to Doctor John
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Call Me by No-Name(コールミー・バイ・ノーネーム)

2025Japan
Novel AdaptationMysteryRomanceTraumaAbusive ParentInvestigationLGBTQ+Lesbian RomanceMiniseriesPsychologicalSexual Violence

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Mystery, Romance, and Trauma themes with a 19% similarity match.

At Eichi University, Megumi Yotsugi encounters Kotoha Furuhashi, a enigmatic young woman discovered at a landfill

Recommendation: Aizen Hakama Osajicho similar to Doctor John
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Aizen Hakama Osajicho(藍染袴お匙帖)

2010Japan
Novel AdaptationDoctor Female LeadMedicalMysteryCrimeDramaHistoricalInvestigationPrison SettingPrisoner Supporting CharacterSmart Female Lead

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Doctor Female Lead, Medical, and Mystery themes with a 19% similarity match.

Chizuru, a woman who fulfilled her late father's desire by becoming a doctor, works at a medical facility near the Aizen River where she cares for patients and female inmates from the nearby prison. As she encounters different cases, she begins to uncover the mysteries surrounding the people she meets there.

Recommendation: Muggle vs Genius similar to Doctor John
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Muggle vs Genius(天才碰麻瓜)

2013China
LifeMedicalRomanceFriendshipYouth

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Life, Medical, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

The medical school idol drama stars a cast comprised mainly of graduates from the Shanghai Drama Academy Class of 2013 who were born after the 1990s.

Recommendation: Love of Obstetrics and Gynecology Season 2 similar to Doctor John
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Love of Obstetrics and Gynecology Season 2(爱的妇产科2)

2015China
LifeMedicalRomanceDramaHospital Setting

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Life, Medical, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

Obstetrician and gynecologist Ye Zi traveled to the United States to give birth but returned to China following a miscarriage during surgery orchestrated by her ex-husband Tao Teng. Feeling guilty, the surgeon Yang Jun Bo is reassigned to a basic hospital where he begins researching abdominal pregnancy procedures, offering hope to Ye Zi who dreams of becoming a mother. Meanwhile, Tao Teng, now the deputy director of obstetrics and gynecology, resumes his pursuit of Ye Zi. With the support of a cheerful and lively group of friends and the encouragement of Yang Jun Bo, Ye Zi rediscovers her purpose and continues to work wonders in the field of medicine.

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My Super Hero(欢迎光临)

2022China
Novel AdaptationHardworking Male LeadRomanceDramaLove At First Sight

Like Doctor John, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Hardworking Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

Zhang Guang Zheng is a shy homebody who is content with his current situation in life. However, everything changes when he falls for flight attendant Zhang You En and decides to make a change. By joining a group of dancing older women led by You En's mother, Liu Mei Li, in the public square, Zheng's perspective on life shifts dramatically. He is inspired by the women's bravery and zest for life, motivating him to strive for more. Around the same time, his strict hotel manager introduces a new employee development program. With the support of his friends, Zhang Guang Zheng works diligently to pass the evaluation and unlock opportunities for further education. As he works towards his goals, he also grows closer to You En and positively impacts those around him, including You En, who was once reserved; Wang Niu Lang, who was afraid of love; and Chen Jing Dian, who had given up on his dreams. Through his journey to become a hero in his own life, Zhang Guang Zheng discovers his true potential. (ChineseDrama.info)

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Modern Marriage(我们的婚姻)

2022China
Hardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadRomanceMarried Female LeadMarried Life

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A tale about a mother who decides to rejoin the workforce after being a stay-at-home mom, leading to adjustments for her and her family. Shen Hui Xing, a former top student at a prestigious university, dedicated her talents to managing her household after getting married. With her husband Sheng Jiang Chuan occupied with work, Shen Hui Xing has taken on all the family responsibilities. Feeling that the time is right as her daughter grows older, Shen Hui Xing decides to return to work, only to find herself in competition with her husband's company. This leads to conflict, especially as she seeks for Sheng Jiang Chuan to take on more family duties. The strain escalates to the brink of divorce, but through facing challenges in both their professional and personal lives, they grow and mature.

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Joi Yu: Aozora Clinic(女医・優〜青空クリニック〜)

2004Japan
Doctor Female LeadLifeMedicalAdapted From A MangaDrama

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Fuji Yu, a skilled internal medicine physician working at a university hospital in Tokyo, once believed that medical care was solely about advanced equipment and technology due to the challenges of university hospital environments. However, a reunion with her former mentor reignited her passion for helping others overcome illness. Feeling uncertain about her identity, Yu made the bold decision to leave everything behind and join a clinic on Teuri Island, Hokkaido, recommended by her mentor. This story is based on the manga series "Aozora Clinic" by Karube Junko.

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Joi Kuraishi Shouko: Shi no Saishuu Shindan(女医・倉石祥子〜死の最終診断〜)

2014Japan
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Based on the book "The Last Verdict on Death" by author Kirimura Yuukou.

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Mahiru no Akuma(真昼の悪魔)

2017Japan
Doctor Female LeadMedicalMysteryInvestigationMiniseries

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2013Taiwan
LifeMedicalRomanceDramaFriendship

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Han Tian Yu, a kind-hearted doctor on the island, faces a dilemma when his father suffers a stroke. Despite his mother's insistence that he take over the family's beauty medical clinic, Tian Yu struggles to come to terms with his father's past actions and is hesitant to step in. A chance encounter with Tong Lin, who has connections to both of Tian Yu's parents, leads to her pretending to be his fiancée. Tong Lin's upbeat personality clashes with Tian Yu's pessimism, creating tension between them.

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2013Japan
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2015China
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The show centers around the Sun family, a humble household living in a rural village in the northwest region of China, as they navigate the significant societal changes occurring in the country from the 1970s to the 1980s. During the 1970s, Sun Shao Ping, a proud farmer's son, attended the former West County High School. He developed feelings for Hao Hong Mei, only for her to eventually fall for their class monitor, Gu Yang Min, who came from a wealthy background. In response, Tian Run Sheng, a friend from the same village and class, took matters into his own hands and confronted Gu Yang Min. Despite his refusal to acknowledge his heartbreak, Shao Ping began to grapple with his sense of self-worth and actively participated in regional performance rehearsals.

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Kuniko Mukoda's Innocent( 向田邦子 イノセント)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationLifeRomanceAnthologyMiniseries

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Episode 1, titled "The Woman Next Door," follows the story of an average housewife named Shinobu Terajima who struggles with feelings of envy. In Episode 2, "The Dream of the Goldfish," viewers witness the emotional journey of Noriko Nakagoshi's character as she navigates the complexities of falling in love with a married man. Episode 3, "Chopping Wave," explores the turmoil faced by a soon-to-be bride, played by Shihori Kanjiya, when she encounters temptation from another man. Finally, in Episode 4, "A Love Letter," Mieko Harada's character, a housewife with a son in college and a husband, experiences a revitalization in her marriage after living a mundane existence.

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Kanjou 8-go Sen(感情8号線)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationLifeRomanceDramaMiniseries

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2019Japan
Novel AdaptationMedicalMysteryInvestigationMiniseries

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The Youth Memories(梦中的那片海)

2023China
Hardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadLifeRomance1970sBusiness IndustryClingy Female LeadDramaFriendshipMultiple CouplesTeamworkYouth

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2024China
Hardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadLifeRomanceBoss-Employee RelationshipCharacter DevelopmentMarriage Of ConvenienceMultiple CouplesNice Male LeadSecret RelationshipSismanceWorkplace Romance

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2022Japan
Hardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadLifeRomanceAdapted From A MangaComic IndustryDifficult AdulthoodManga Artist Supporting CharacterMarried LifeMiniseriesNeurodevelopmental DisorderNice Female Lead

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