Doctor X Season 2 - Asian drama recommendation
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Doctor X Season 2(ドクターX ~外科医・大門未知子~)

2013Japan
ComedyDoctor Female LeadDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadGenius Female LeadHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesPower StruggleSingle Female LeadSingle Mother-Father Supporting CharacterSmart Female LeadSurgeon Female Lead

Michiko continues her work as a freelance doctor at Teito University Hospital. While attending a horse race in Hokkaido as a guest of Dr. Kanbara Akira, she witnesses a dramatic incident involving a valuable racehorse. Overhearing the horse's owner expressing despair over the situation, Michiko confidently asserts that she would be able to succeed where others had failed. Weeks later, during a hospital conference, a patient with osteosarcoma of the thighbone is scheduled for treatment. The Chief Surgeon and his team initially plan to amputate the leg, but Michiko enters the scene with a different perspective.

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Recommendation: Doctor X Season 5 similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Doctor X Season 5(ドクターX〜外科医・大門未知子〜 第5期)

2017Japan
ComedyDoctor Female LeadDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadGenius Female LeadHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesPower StruggleSingle Mother-Father Supporting CharacterSmart Female LeadSurgeon Female LeadSismance

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Genius Female Lead, Hospital Setting, Medical, Miniseries, Power Struggle, Single Mother-Father Supporting Character, Smart Female Lead, and Surgeon Female Lead themes with a 86% similarity match.

A year has passed since the downfall of Hiruma Shigekatsu, who was involved in unethical hospital politics. Teito Medical University Hospital now has its first female hospital director, who prioritizes patient care and is implementing significant reforms to improve the medical department. Despite her efforts, influential figures within the hospital are secretly working to regain their previous control over profits and the hierarchical society, known as the "black tower." As Hiruma behaves suspiciously, skilled freelance surgeon Daimon Michiko bravely confronts the organization head-on.

Recommendation: Doctor X Season 3 similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Doctor X Season 3(ドクターX ~外科医・大門未知子~)

2014Japan
ComedyDoctor Female LeadDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadGenius Female LeadHospital SettingMedicalPower StruggleSingle Mother-Father Supporting CharacterSmart Female LeadSurgeon Female LeadFriendshipSismance

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Genius Female Lead, Hospital Setting, Medical, Power Struggle, Single Mother-Father Supporting Character, Smart Female Lead, and Surgeon Female Lead themes with a 73% similarity match.

Daimon Michiko, a freelance surgeon, becomes involved in a growing power struggle between the Totei University Hospital and Saikyo University Hospital factions at the National Medical Care Centre, the leading hospital in Japan known for its advanced technology.

Recommendation: Doctor X Season 4 similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Doctor X Season 4(ドクターX ~外科医・大門未知子~)

2016Japan
ComedyDoctor Female LeadDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadGenius Female LeadHospital SettingMedicalPower StruggleSingle Mother-Father Supporting CharacterSmart Female LeadSurgeon Female LeadFriendshipSismance

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Genius Female Lead, Hospital Setting, Medical, Power Struggle, Single Mother-Father Supporting Character, Smart Female Lead, and Surgeon Female Lead themes with a 73% similarity match.

This time, Surgeon Daimon Michiko is transferred to Totei University Hospital. Despite being known as the leading university hospital in the nation, the hospital's reputation has taken a hit due to various scandals, medical errors, and internal conflicts. The new hospital director, Hiruma Shigekatsu, aims to restore the hospital's image and expand his influence, driven by a long-held grudge against Michiko. Under his leadership, the hospital has shifted focus towards business operations, with the medical departments losing power to the administrative department. Only doctors with strong reputations are retained, turning the hospital into a profit-driven organization. How will Michiko navigate the power struggles in this turbulent healthcare environment?

Recommendation: Doctor X similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Doctor X(ドクターX ~外科医・大門未知子~)

2012Japan
ComedyDoctor Female LeadDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadGenius Female LeadHospital SettingMedicalPower StruggleSmart Female LeadSurgeon Female LeadBloodFriendshipSismance

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Genius Female Lead, Hospital Setting, Medical, Power Struggle, Smart Female Lead, and Surgeon Female Lead themes with a 63% similarity match.

Daimon Michiko, a 37-year-old independent surgeon, is associated with a controversial medical staffing agency that assigns her to different hospitals. The challenging conditions in these hospitals have led to many doctors retiring, prompting the need for temporary replacements through the program. Despite her unconventional appearance and demeanor, Michiko stands out by questioning a planned surgery by a hospital director who lacks recent operating experience. This earns her criticism from the hospital staff, but she gains respect when she exposes the director's outdated skills. Michiko strictly adheres to her work hours, focuses solely on medical tasks, and stays out of hospital politics. Her exceptional surgical skills allow her to command high fees, but her personal life remains a mystery. Tanaka is a new surgeon, Uchida is an anesthesiologist, Kishibe oversees the staffing service, and Ito leads the hospital's surgical department.

Recommendation: Doctor X Season 6 similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Doctor X Season 6(ドクターX ~外科医・大門未知子~)

2019Japan
ComedyDoctor Female LeadDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadGenius Female LeadMedicalMiniseriesPower StruggleSurgeon Female LeadFriendshipSismance

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Genius Female Lead, Medical, Miniseries, Power Struggle, and Surgeon Female Lead themes with a 60% similarity match.

Totei University Hospital is facing a significant financial shortfall. Investor Nicholas Tange, known as Vulture, devises a strategy to revitalize the hospital by introducing restructuring and reducing expenses. At the behest of Nicholas Tange, Michiko Daimon returns to work at Totei University Hospital.

Recommendation: Doctor X Season 7 similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Doctor X Season 7(ドクターX~外科医・大門未知子~)

2021Japan
ComedyDoctor Female LeadDramaGenius Female LeadHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesPower StruggleSurgeon Female LeadCOVID-19FriendshipPandemicSismance

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Genius Female Lead, Hospital Setting, Medical, Miniseries, Power Struggle, and Surgeon Female Lead themes with a 53% similarity match.

During a global pandemic, the healthcare system experiences a breakdown globally, including in Japan. In response to this challenging situation, Totei University Hospital, known as the top university hospital in Japan, opts to prioritize infectious disease and internal treatments while delaying non-essential surgeries. The hospital grapples with internal conflicts amidst the infectious disease crisis, yet Daimon Michiko remains steadfast in her role as a surgeon.

Recommendation: Night Hospital similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Night Hospital(ナイトホスピタル)

2002Japan
Doctor Female LeadDramaHospital SettingMedicalMiniseries

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Miniseries themes with a 38% similarity match.

The scene of this human narrative is a distinctive medical facility that exclusively operates during nighttime to cater to outpatients. During these late hours, the medical team encounters a variety of illnesses presented by a diverse group of patients. Maki, a new addition to the team, was trained as a pathologist but has been assigned to work as a clinical physician at the hospital. Despite her extensive medical knowledge, her lack of practical experience (and her discomfort with administering injections) creates a distance between her and the rest of the staff. The enthusiastic and positive Maki is particularly disliked by Keiko, a pragmatic and results-driven clinical physician.

Recommendation: Doctor Eggs: Kenshui Arihara Ryohei similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Doctor Eggs: Kenshui Arihara Ryohei(ドクターエッグス~研修医・蟻原涼平~)

2021Japan
Doctor Female LeadDramaHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesDoctor Male Lead

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Miniseries themes with a 36% similarity match.

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

2014China
ComedyDoctor Female LeadDramaHospital SettingMedicalDoctor Male Lead

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Hospital Setting, and Medical themes with a 36% similarity match.

Recommendation: Hakui no Senshi! similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Hakui no Senshi!(白衣の戦士!)

2019Japan
ComedyEmotionally Strong Female LeadHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesSingle Mother-Father Supporting CharacterAge GapNurse Female LeadOptimistic Female LeadRomance

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Hospital Setting, Medical, Miniseries, and Single Mother-Father Supporting Character themes with a 35% similarity match.

Tachibana Haruka is a new nurse who is known for her cheerful demeanor. Mihara Natsumi, on the other hand, is an experienced nurse who is facing challenges both at work and in her personal life. Despite working in a high-pressure environment, the two nurses find moments of joy and sadness as they navigate the complexities of life and death. Through their experiences, both women undergo personal growth.

Recommendation: The 3rd Ward similar to Doctor X Season 2
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The 3rd Ward(제3의 병원)

2012South Korea
ComedyDoctor Female LeadDramaHospital SettingMedicalSurgeon Female LeadDoctor Male LeadFamilyLifeSurgeon Male Lead

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Surgeon Female Lead themes with a 35% similarity match.

"The Third Hospital" will uncover the story of neurosurgeons operating in a unique medical facility that integrates both Western and Eastern approaches to healthcare.

Recommendation: Godhand Teru similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Godhand Teru(ゴッドハンド輝)

2009Japan
ComedyDoctor Female LeadDramaMedicalMiniseriesAdapted From A MangaDoctor Male Lead

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Medical, and Miniseries themes with a 33% similarity match.

The plot centers on a young man named Teru Mahigashi. Following the tragic death of his father, a skilled surgeon who saved Teru's life before passing away, Teru is determined to follow in his father's footsteps and become a remarkable surgeon dedicated to saving lives. Despite being inexperienced and clumsy at the hospital where he works, Teru surprises everyone with his exceptional surgical skills when faced with critical situations, thanks to his extraordinary "god hands."

Recommendation: Emergency Room 24 Hours Season 5 similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Emergency Room 24 Hours Season 5( 救命病棟24時)

2013Japan
Doctor Female LeadDramaHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesDoctor Male LeadDoctor Supporting Character

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Miniseries themes with a 33% similarity match.

Kojima Kaede is in charge of a team at Minato University Hospital's emergency and critical care center. Despite being skilled, the staff members are all unique individuals, with emergency doctor Honjo Masaharu being particularly noteworthy. The team lacks cohesion and struggles to work together effectively. Although Kaede is the most competent emergency doctor, she is hesitant about leading the team. The hospital management is disappointed with the center's lack of organ donors since the organ transplant act was revised. In an effort to increase both the number of lives saved and organ donors, they bring in the unconventional emergency doctor Natsume Mamoru. Kaede is overwhelmed with daily tasks and has no time to focus on this new development. However, on Natsume's first day, Tokyo experiences its worst major incident in history.

Recommendation: Medical Team: Lady Da Vinci no Shindan similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Medical Team: Lady Da Vinci no Shindan(メディカルチーム レディ・ダ・ヴィンチの診断)

2016Japan
ComedyDoctor Female LeadHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesInvestigationMysteryNeurosurgeon Female Lead

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Doctor Female Lead, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Miniseries themes with a 31% similarity match.

Shiho is employed as a neurosurgeon at Nishitokyo General Hospital. Following a hallucination during surgery, she makes the decision to leave her profession. Masayuki Kitabatake, her former teacher, serves as the director at Tokyo University Hospital. He convinces Shiho to join the hospital's diagnosis department, which is staffed entirely by female doctors. While Shiho's determination to save patients may lead to disagreements with her colleagues, she ultimately collaborates with them to uncover a puzzling illness.

Recommendation: Thank You, Doctor similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Thank You, Doctor(谢谢你医生)

2022China
Doctor Female LeadDramaHospital SettingMedicalSmart Female LeadSurgeon Female LeadDeathDoctor Male LeadHeartbreakIllnessRomanceSmart Male LeadStudied Abroad

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Hospital Setting, Medical, Smart Female Lead, and Surgeon Female Lead themes with a 30% similarity match.

Following the journey of doctors in the newly-established EICU who utilize their medical skills to save each patient, despite their differences. Xiao Yan, returning from overseas with the pain of losing her fiancée, demonstrates exceptional precision in surgeries at Tongshan Hospital. Bai Zhu, once a prominent doctor, forms a bond with a terminal patient and learns to find hope in dire circumstances. Through their daily interactions, Xiao Yan and Bai Zhu, who initially held differing opinions, gradually develop mutual respect as they realize their shared experiences.

Recommendation: Ameku Takao no Suiri Karte similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Ameku Takao no Suiri Karte(天久鷹央の推理カルテ)

2025Japan
Doctor Female LeadGenius Female LeadHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesNovel AdaptationDirector Of Administration Supporting CharacterInvestigationMystery

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Genius Female Lead, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Miniseries themes with a 29% 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: Byouin no Naoshikata similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Byouin no Naoshikata(病院の治しかた〜ドクター有原の挑戦〜)

2020Japan
DramaHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesBased On A True Story

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Drama, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Miniseries themes with a 29% similarity match.

Inspired by actual events at Aizawa Hospital in Matsumoto City, Nagano, a struggling hospital on the brink of financial ruin is plagued by poor management and insurmountable debt. Dr. Shuhei Arihara, sacrificing a successful career in Tokyo, returns to his roots to rescue the hospital from closure. With the help of Ryosuke Kurashima, Deputy Chief of Shinkai Bank's Lending Division, they work together to implement necessary changes to revitalize the hospital and thwart a covert bank-led takeover.

Recommendation: Dr. White similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Dr. White(ドクターホワイト)

2022Japan
ComedyDoctor Female LeadDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadGenius Female LeadMedicalNovel AdaptationCo-workers' RelationshipEccentric Female LeadInchoate CrimeIntern Supporting CharacterInvestigationMysteryWhite-Collar Crime

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Genius Female Lead, and Medical themes with a 29% similarity match.

In the early hours of the morning, a woman dressed in white clothes is discovered collapsed in a park. Upon regaining consciousness, she identifies herself as Byakuya but has no recollection of any other details about her identity. Despite her lack of general knowledge, she possesses remarkable medical expertise and a talent for diagnosing illnesses with incredible accuracy. With minimal information, she is able to diagnose any disease, leading her to join a medical team at a hospital.

Recommendation: General Hospital Season 2 similar to Doctor X Season 2
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General Hospital Season 2(종합병원 2)

2008South Korea
Doctor Female LeadDramaHospital SettingMedicalDoctor Male Lead

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Hospital Setting, and Medical themes with a 29% similarity match.

Jung Ha Yoon is a graduate student who has successfully completed the bar exam. Nevertheless, her journey is not over, as she aspires to specialize in medical malpractice litigation. To gain relevant experience, she is employed at a hospital, where she encounters various doctors practicing there.

Recommendation: Heart Surgeons similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Heart Surgeons(흉부외과 - 심장을 훔친 의사들)

2018South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadHospital SettingMedicalPower StruggleSmart Female LeadActionBromanceDeathEmotionally Strong Male LeadLifeResident Doctor Female LeadSmart Male LeadSurgeon Male Lead

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Hospital Setting, Medical, Power Struggle, and Smart Female Lead themes with a 29% similarity match.

The storyline focuses on the department of thoracic surgery within a hospital. Park Tae Soo has been a fellow in this specialty for four years, and his mother is in need of a heart transplant. At the same time, Choi Suk Han is a highly skilled thoracic surgeon who faces prejudice due to his modest educational background from a local university. Additionally, a mysterious woman, who has experienced a near-death situation, chooses to pursue a residency in thoracic surgery. (KoreanDrama.org)

Recommendation: Surgeon Bong Dal Hee similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Surgeon Bong Dal Hee(외과의사 봉달희)

2007South Korea
Doctor Female LeadDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadHospital SettingMedicalSurgeon Female LeadCardiovascular DiseaseCold Man-Warm WomanDifficult AdulthoodDoctor Male LeadEccentric Female LeadMelodramaRomanceSlow Burn Romance

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Surgeon Female Lead themes with a 29% similarity match.

Bong Dal Hee is a first-year resident aiming to become a surgeon, despite her heart condition. She trains under Dr. Ahn Jong Geun, a cardiologist, and although their initial interactions are rocky, they gradually develop a bond over time. Dr. Lee Geon Wook has divorced his wife, Dr. Jo Moon Kyung, after discovering that their 6-year-old son was actually fathered by another man before their marriage. He still harbors feelings for her but grapples with feelings of betrayal and deceit. This medical drama explores the experiences of resident doctors, showcasing their challenges and triumphs while highlighting crises within the hospital and the politics among its administrative staff.

Recommendation: Nakuna! Seki Kazuki similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Nakuna! Seki Kazuki(泣くな!関和樹)

2021Japan
ComedyDramaHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesDoctor Male LeadHardworking Male LeadNice Male LeadShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Miniseries themes with a 28% similarity match.

Sequel to Nakuna Kenshui.

Recommendation: Dr. Tang similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Dr. Tang(关于唐医生的一切)

2022China
Doctor Female LeadDramaMedicalSmart Female LeadSurgeon Female LeadAge GapAnesthesiologist Male LeadDoctor Male LeadDoctor Supporting CharacterRomance

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Medical, Smart Female Lead, and Surgeon Female Lead themes with a 28% similarity match.

After spending many years practicing medicine in other countries, a female surgeon returns to China and is appointed as the director of the Heart Center at Ankang Hospital. She forms a critical care team and leads the initiative to develop artificial hearts domestically. Despite initial skepticism from her colleagues, Tang Jia Yu proves herself through challenging surgeries, earning the respect of her subordinates. As the lead surgeon, Jia Yu forms a strong bond with anesthesiologist Ye Yi Ming, with whom she has worked on numerous operations. The first attempt at implanting an artificial heart ends in failure, and the reappearance of Jia Yu's ex-husband puts a strain on her relationship with Yi Ming. Plans for collaborating with foreign equipment manufacturers halt the artificial heart research project. Faced with setbacks in her career and personal life, Jia Yu travels to regions with high rates of congenital heart disease to rediscover her passion for surgery and rebuild her confidence.

Recommendation: Nakuna Kenshui similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Nakuna Kenshui(泣くな研修医)

2021Japan
Doctor Female LeadDramaHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesNovel AdaptationDoctor Male LeadHardworking Male LeadNice Male LeadStrong Male Lead

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Miniseries themes with a 28% 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: Black Pean Season 2 similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Black Pean Season 2(ブラックペアン シーズン2)

2024Japan
DramaHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesNovel AdaptationDoctor Male Lead

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Drama, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Miniseries themes with a 27% similarity match.

Taking place six years after Tokai Seishiro's departure from Tojo University, the story follows Amagi Yukihiko, a renowned surgeon known for his exceptional skills in influencing people and handling finances

Recommendation: Shen Jing Feng Yun similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Shen Jing Feng Yun(神经风云)

2023China
ComedyDoctor Female LeadHospital SettingMedicalDoctor Male LeadWeb Series

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Doctor Female Lead, Hospital Setting, and Medical themes with a 27% similarity match.

The interns start their internship at Yun Ding Kang Yuan, a private psychiatric facility. As they delve into their work, they become more familiar with the environment and gain insight into the minds of the patients. However, they soon discover a significant crisis within the hospital, which is surrounded by conflicting interests and hidden motives. Confronted with these obstacles, the interns must navigate through complex relationships and conflicts in order to make tough decisions and pave their own way forward.

Recommendation: Heart of Yan Chai similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Heart of Yan Chai(仁濟心)

2022Hong Kong
DramaHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesEpidemicSocial Worker Female Lead

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Drama, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Miniseries themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: CO Ishoku Coordinator similar to Doctor X Season 2
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CO Ishoku Coordinator(CO 移植コーディネーター)

2011Japan
DramaHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesOrgan TransplantationOrgan Transplantation Coordinator Male Lead

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Drama, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Miniseries themes with a 27% similarity match.

Ono, a coordinator for organ transplants, and his colleague Kuramoto are facing challenges in navigating the complexities of organ donations after changes were made to the law. With pressure from the Ministry of Health, the director of Takenouchi General Hospital is feeling overwhelmed. Six-year-old Tachibana Kaito has been waiting for a heart transplant for four years, while his mother Miki is hopeful for a successful procedure. Meanwhile, a six-year-old named Tezuka Ken has a tragic accident and is pronounced brain dead at the same hospital. Concerns of potential abuse arise, leading to a false report to the authorities since organ transplants from abused children are prohibited. As Ono deals with the ethical dilemma between the families of the donors and recipients, the law undergoes revisions.

Recommendation: Iryu Team Medical Dragon similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Iryu Team Medical Dragon(医龍 Team Medical Dragon)

2006Japan
Doctor Female LeadDramaHospital SettingMedicalPower StruggleAdapted From A MangaDoctor Male LeadDoctor Supporting CharacterNurse Supporting CharacterSurgeon Male LeadSurgical Procedure

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Power Struggle themes with a 26% similarity match.

After being wrongly accused of a misdiagnosis, skilled surgeon Ryutaro Asada was forced to leave North Japanese Hospital and live in seclusion

Recommendation: Ai Shang Wei Xiao similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Ai Shang Wei Xiao(愛上微笑)

2011China
ComedyHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: Beloved Life similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Beloved Life(亲爱的生命)

2022China
Doctor Female LeadDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMedicalObstetrician Female LeadResident Doctor Female LeadRomance

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, and Medical themes with a 25% similarity match.

Du Di and Wu Cong Rui work as resident doctors in the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department of a prestigious hospital in China. Initially, they both had promising careers and stable relationships. However, they soon find themselves in a competitive situation. Guided by chief physician Huang Yun Ling and attending physician Lin Wei, the two friends encounter a variety of medical cases, witnessing the complexities of the human condition. Their patients include strangers, family members, friends, and even Du Di's mother who wishes to have another child despite her poor health. As they work together and compete, Liu Nian Bai returns to China to investigate his mother's death, forming a bond with Du Di in the process. Meanwhile, Wu Cong Rui and Li Jun Xiao navigate their evolving relationship, overcoming misunderstandings to acknowledge their true feelings for each other.

Recommendation: Healing Hands Season 2 similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Healing Hands Season 2(妙手仁心II)

2000Hong Kong
Doctor Female LeadDramaHospital SettingMedicalDoctor Male LeadDoctor Supporting CharacterMultiple Mains

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Hospital Setting, and Medical themes with a 25% similarity match.

The TV show focuses on a team of healthcare professionals and their dedication to their work, showcasing their perspectives and values through diverse medical cases. By sharing the personal stories of these professionals, the series portrays the range of emotions and experiences in life, from joy to sorrow, from birth to death, from compassion to empathy. It demonstrates the power of collaboration and breaking down barriers to appreciate and embrace life.

Recommendation: Healing Hands Season 3 similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Healing Hands Season 3(妙手仁心III)

2005Hong Kong
Doctor Female LeadDramaHospital SettingMedicalDoctor Male LeadDoctor Supporting CharacterMultiple Mains

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Hospital Setting, and Medical themes with a 25% similarity match.

The story kicks off with the conclusion of the Sars outbreak in Hong Kong and the accidental passing of Paul's former partner, Tracy. Paul goes through a tough time, but thankfully, Frances is there to offer him support. Henry makes an entrance in Healing Hands 3 with a new romantic partner after splitting from Annie between Healing Hands 2 and 3. However, their relationship doesn't last long, and despite his initial negative opinions of Sarah, the two eventually become friends. The series delves into the challenges faced by the characters, including the medical hurdles encountered by the doctors at Yan Oi hospital and the romantic struggles that the different couples navigate through.

Recommendation: Mama wa Joisan similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Mama wa Joisan(ママは女医さん)

2004Japan
Doctor Female LeadDramaMedicalSingle Female LeadFamilyMother-Daughter RelationshipSingle Mother

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Medical, and Single Female Lead themes with a 25% similarity match.

Natsuko found herself raising her daughter alone after leaving home following her parents' disapproval. After nine years, she finally returns to her parents' house, showcasing her journey as a mother and aspiring doctor. [TBS]

Recommendation: Shoni Kyumei similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Shoni Kyumei(小児救命)

2008Japan
Doctor Female LeadHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesFamilyLifePediatrician Female Lead

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

Due to the recent reduction in pediatric services, pediatrician Aoyama Sora has taken a stand against the hospital administration in order to revive and enhance the pediatric specialty.

Recommendation: Resident - 5-nin no Kenshui similar to Doctor X Season 2
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Resident - 5-nin no Kenshui(レジデント~5人の研修医)

2012Japan
Doctor Female LeadDramaHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesChasing A DreamCo-workers' RelationshipDeathDoctor Male LeadIllnessLifeTrauma

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

One patient after another is admitted, thrust into a high-pressure setting where every second counts in saving lives. Despite their ongoing development as medical professionals and individuals, will they rise above challenges and eventually claim the title of doctor with pride?

Recommendation: DOCTORS Saikyou no Meii Season 2 similar to Doctor X Season 2
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DOCTORS Saikyou no Meii Season 2(DOCTORS 2 最強の名医 )

2013Japan
DramaHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesDoctor Male LeadDoctor Supporting CharacterSurgeon Male Lead

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Drama, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

Surgeon Sagara Kosuke transformed the mindset of the medical staff at Dogami General Hospital through a combination of firmness and persuasion. Previously, the hospital seemed to be in a dire situation. Director Dogami Tamaki and administrator Momoi Shoichi were solely focused on the hospital's finances, while the doctors showed little concern for their patients. Sagara, unlike the typical medical hero, was not just a passionate and kind-hearted individual. He was determined to make necessary changes to benefit the patients, adapting his approach to overcome various challenges and conflicts. As the issue of the hospital's next leader arises, tensions between Sagara and Moriyama Takashi escalate.

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DOCTORS Saikyou no Meii Season 3(DOCTORS 3 最強の名医)

2015Japan
DramaHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesDoctor Male LeadDoctor Supporting CharacterSurgeon Male Lead

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Drama, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

Dogami Tamaki, director of Dogami General Hospital, leaves her nephew and future successor, surgeon Moriyama Suguru, in charge as acting director while she embarks on a luxurious cruise around the world. Moriyama, inexperienced in his new role, struggles to manage the hospital but becomes increasingly reckless in his behavior. Meanwhile, patient Hirabayashi Fumie reports symptoms of fatigue and right shoulder pain. After a thorough examination, it is discovered that she has developed angiosarcoma of the liver, a malignant tumor with a life expectancy of six months if left untreated. Surgeon Sagara Kosuke determines that immediate surgery is necessary but requires authorization from Moriyama and the support of all surgeons due to the complexity of the procedure. Despite Sagara's plea, Moriyama refuses due to the high risks involved. Sagara offers Fumie reassurance and seeks assistance from Shibuya Shoko, a medical representative, to connect with Tanabe, a former government official, for an undisclosed plan.

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Code Blue: Another Everyday(コード・ブルー -もう一つの日常-)

2018Japan
Doctor Female LeadDramaMedicalMiniseriesDoctor Male LeadEmergency ServiceShort Length Series

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Medical, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

The series depicts the daily routines of medical professionals including doctors Yokomine, Natori, Haitani, nurse Yukimura, and Doctor Tachibana. It delves into the previously undisclosed events from Season 3, exploring whether Haitani successfully conquers his fear of flying in Doctor Heli.

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Doctor Y Season 3 - Gekai Kaji Hideki(ドクターY 3 〜外科医・加地秀樹〜)

2018Japan
DramaHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesDoctor Male LeadShort Length SeriesSurgeon Male Lead

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Drama, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

After being transferred to Teito Medical University's Shizuoka 11th Branch Hospital, Surgeon Kaji Hideki receives a surprising offer from hospital director Ito Shuichi. Ito suggests nominating Kaji as a professor in the upcoming election. Initially, Kaji declines the offer due to his lack of interest in status and power, despite his focus on financial gain. However, a life-threatening experience during surgery prompts Kaji to reconsider his priorities. He decides to enter the election, with no competition in sight. With the support of local financial figure Shimizu Gonzo, Kaji sets out to secure the necessary votes. Yet, he faces opposition from members of both Ito and deputy director Atami Masato's factions. In a bid to win over the last crucial vote from Professor Fujinomiya Sayuri, known for her integrity, Kaji finds himself in a challenging position. To make matters worse, Atami and another surgeon, Tsuruta Takumi, join the race for the professor position, intensifying the competition against Kaji.

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Mad Doctor(村裡來了個暴走女外科)

2022Taiwan
ComedyDoctor Female LeadHospital SettingMedicalSurgeon Female LeadCountryside SettingHealingMedium Male LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Slight RomanceVillage Setting

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Doctor Female Lead, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Surgeon Female Lead themes with a 25% similarity match.

The film "Mad Doctor" follows the journey of a female surgeon who has lost her drive to perform surgeries on patients. Seeking a fresh start and escaping her troubled past, she takes a job at a small hospital in the countryside. While working there, she encounters a series of bizarre incidents, such as patients injured by a pig stampede and a penguin bite. The hospital is also home to killer whales and crocodiles causing havoc. Despite the challenges faced at this rural hospital, the female surgeon rediscovers her passion for medicine. Through her skills and determination, she transforms the medical care in the village and rekindles her enthusiasm for life and healing practices. (TaiwanCinema.taicca.tw)

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The Heart(问心)

2023China
Doctor Female LeadDramaHospital SettingMedicalSurgeon Female LeadDoctor Male LeadDoctor Supporting CharacterRomanceSurgeon Male LeadSurgeon Supporting CharacterSurgical ProcedureWorkplace Setting

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Surgeon Female Lead themes with a 25% similarity match.

In Dongli Hospital, Xiao Feng, a reserved Deputy Chief Physician in the Cardiology Department, is partnered with Lin Yi, a new doctor who has different medical beliefs and tends to act impulsively. Xiao Feng's younger sister, Fang Xiao Ran, also starts working in the Intensive Care Unit at the same hospital. While Xiao Feng is seen as the pillar of the department, Lin Yi, who was known for working alone in his previous hospital, finds it challenging to collaborate with others. Fang Xiao Ran chooses to work at Dongli Hospital to pursue her medical career and help improve family relationships. Over time, the three of them learn to work together effectively and become a reliable team.

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Top Knife: Tensai Nougekai no Joken(トップナイフ ―天才脳外科医の条件―)

2020Japan
Doctor Female LeadHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesNovel AdaptationDoctor Male LeadNeurosurgeon Female Lead

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

Yoko Miyama is employed as a physician at Touto Hospital, where she focuses on treating brain aneurysms within the neurosurgery division. Known for her dedication and understanding of the significance of her job, she prioritizes the well-being of her patients above all else. Miyama forms relationships with her coworkers, such as Kuroiwa Kengo, Kozukue Sachiko, and Nishigoori Takuma, while also grappling with feelings of remorse for neglecting her family.

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The Young Doctor(青年医生)

2014China
ComedyDoctor Female LeadHospital SettingMedicalSmart Female LeadDoctor Male LeadFirst Love ReturnsGrandma-Grandson RelationshipRomanceSuccessful Female LeadSuccessful Male LeadTeamworkWarm Man-Cold Woman

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Doctor Female Lead, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Smart Female Lead themes with a 24% similarity match.

The professor handpicked three close friends to intern at the emergency clinic of a prominent hospital, where they would shadow three young doctors. Despite the unexpected pairing, the doctors and interns must bond and discover the deeper significance of life, not just their own but also that of others.

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Emergency Couple(응급남녀 )

2014South Korea
ComedyDoctor Female LeadDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMedicalAge GapAge GapBickering Mains' RelationshipDoctor Male LeadDysfunctional FamilyEx-spouse RelationshipLove Hate RelationshipRomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, and Medical themes with a 24% similarity match.

Jin Hee, who worked as a dietitian, enjoyed a fulfilling life until she crossed paths with medical student Chang Min

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Grow Up (2015)(长大)

2015China
Doctor Female LeadDramaMedicalSmart Female LeadDoctor Male LeadHardworking Female LeadRomanceStudent-Teacher Relationship

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Medical, and Smart Female Lead themes with a 24% 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.

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Lancet(柳叶刀)

2009China
Doctor Female LeadDramaHospital SettingMedicalDeath Of A SisterDoctor Male LeadInvestigationMystery

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Hospital Setting, and Medical themes with a 24% similarity match.

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Big White Duel Season 2(白色强人II)

2022Hong Kong
Doctor Female LeadDramaHospital SettingMedicalDoctor Male LeadEmergency ServicePoliticalRomance

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Hospital Setting, and Medical themes with a 24% similarity match.

The narrative centers on the urgent aid provided by doctors, conversations about healthcare reform, internal hospital dynamics, conflicts, camaraderie, and romantic relationships within the medical team at Marshall Paxton Hospital.

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Island Nation: Hoping(國際橋牌社外傳:和平歸來)

2023Taiwan
Doctor Female LeadDramaMedicalMiniseriesDoctor Male LeadEpidemicInspired By A True StoryPolitical

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Drama, Medical, and Miniseries themes with a 24% similarity match.

Two physicians assisting abandoned medical staff and patients in their struggle against a harsh government. In 2003, Taiwan was hit by the SARS epidemic, which originated at Bo Ai Hospital due to ignorance and misguided political decisions. Faced with the threat of death and inadequate support, the Taipei city government suddenly announced the immediate quarantine of the hospital without warning. Anyone in contact with the infected individuals was considered a risk. Medical personnel, patients, and their families were trapped inside the crumbling hospital. Chief resident Chen Yui Mei led her colleagues in a desperate fight. Taipei City Health Bureau official Lo Shi Kai navigated between politics, medical ethics, and media in order to help everyone overcome the deadly situation and return safely home.

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Heaven's Rock(ヘヴンズ・ロック)

2010Japan
ComedyDramaMiniseries

Like Doctor X Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 23% similarity match.

Teppei and Takuma, who are part of the well-known Rock group Sekitoba, along with Ryuuichi, Jun (who are both in the rival band SHADOWS), and their supporter Yuusaku, all perish in a sudden incident. To be revived, they must collaborate and complete a series of challenges set forth by the shinigami.