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The Best Episodes of Chicago Med

Genre:Drama
Network:NBC

Every episode of Chicago Med ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Chicago Med!

An emotional thrill ride through the day-to-day chaos of the city's most explosive hospital and the courageous team of doctors who hold it together. They...
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  • No Love Lost
    8.8/10(129)
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    #1 - No Love Lost

    Season 10 Episode 9

    Aired 1/8/2025

    The team fights to save the life of one of their own. Frost and Abrams butt heads with their patient. Asher helps a religious young woman with an ectopic pregnancy.

    Director: Cherie Nowlan

    Writer: Ashley Bower, Eli Jarmel

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  • In the Trenches (II)
    8.8/10(191)
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    #2 - In the Trenches (II)

    Season 10 Episode 11

    Aired 1/29/2025

    Following the subway tunnel collapse, Ruzek and Kidd treat injured passengers and track down the missing offender. Archer and Frost perform a life-saving amputation. The crossover starts on Chicago Fire S13E11 In the Trenches (I). It continues on Chicago P.D. S12E11 In the Trenches (III).

    Director: Anna Dokoza

    Writer: Stephen Hootstein

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  • Never Let You Go
    8.6/10(434)
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    #3 - Never Let You Go

    Season 4 Episode 19

    Aired 4/24/2019

    The hospital goes into lockdown mode when a man with a gun holds medical staff hostage. Goodwin is forced to make a tough decision. Dr. Rhodes begins to realize his time with his father is getting short.

    Director: Charles S. Carroll

    Writer: Joseph Sousa, Stephen Hootstein

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  • Love Will Tear Us Apart
    8.5/10(139)
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    #4 - Love Will Tear Us Apart

    Season 10 Episode 8

    Aired 11/20/2024

    Goodwin's troubles persist. Charles clashes with his former resident over a depressed patient. Lenox and Ripley treat a car accident victim who recently reunited with his college sweetheart.

    Director: Lee Friedlander

    Writer: Deanna Shumaker

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  • Broken Hearts
    8.5/10(110)
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    #5 - Broken Hearts

    Season 10 Episode 10

    Aired 1/22/2025

    An army of surgeons prepares to separate conjoined twins. Asher reconnects with someone from her past. Archer treats a tyrannical boss with a heart problem.

    Director: Edward Ornelas

    Writer: Lauren MacKenzie, Andrew Gettens

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  • Infection, Part II (II)
    8.4/10(516)
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    #6 - Infection, Part II (II)

    Season 5 Episode 4

    Aired 10/16/2019

    Dr. Manning's actions with a recent patient lead to serious repercussions. April and Noah disagree over a patient who is injured after a beating. Dr. Charles is visited by a childhood friend with a surprising revelation. The crossover starts on Chicago Fire S08E04 Infection (I). It continues on Chicago PD S07E04 Infection, Part III (III).

    Director: Michael Pressman

    Writer: N/A

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  • Trust Fall
    8.4/10(158)
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    #7 - Trust Fall

    Season 10 Episode 3

    Aired 10/9/2024

    Asher treats a woman whose undiagnosed condition threatens the lives of both her and her unborn child. Goodwin receives a chilling message while battling the hospital higher-ups.

    Director: Tess Malone

    Writer: Lauren MacKenzie, Andrew Gettens

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  • In the Wake
    8.2/10(83)
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    #8 - In the Wake

    Season 10 Episode 12

    Aired 2/5/2025

    Goodwin struggles with the psychological aftermath of her attack. Ripley treats a patient with helicopter parents. An ED staffer makes a mistake that may cost them their job.

    Director: Sharon Lewis

    Writer: Meridith Friedman

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  • Cold Front
    8.1/10(652)
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    #9 - Cold Front

    Season 2 Episode 14

    Aired 2/16/2017

    Chicago Med braces for an influx of trauma patients when a pre-dawn pileup finds the hospital in full scramble mode. As a result of the storm and emergencies, supplies become limited and Goodwin, Dr. Manning and Dr. Halstead must deal with making an impossible decision. Meanwhile, Dr. Choi handles a severely burned patient who has one final request and Dr. Charles deals with an agitated patient.

    Director: Michael Waxman

    Writer: Danny Weiss, Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider

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  • Monday Mourning
    8.1/10(536)
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    #10 - Monday Mourning

    Season 2 Episode 17

    Aired 3/16/2017

    A suicide shakes the staff. Dr. Choi and Dr. Halstead face off over how to treat a patient with stroke symptoms. Family turmoil unfolds when a boy is treated after falling in a river. The importance of learning from mistakes is emphasized to Dr. Reese.

    Director: Fred Berner

    Writer: Jeff Drayer, Danny Weiss

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  • Love Hurts
    8.1/10(583)
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    #11 - Love Hurts

    Season 2 Episode 23

    Aired 5/11/2017

    A new hotshot doctor arrives at Chicago Med causing competition for Dr. Rhodes, Dr. Halstead and Dr. Manning work together to diagnose a Syrian refugee without a medical record. When Robin is admitted back into the hospital for more complications, Dr. Reese takes a different approach to her treatment. Distracted from work because of Robin's worsening case, Dr. Charles is challenged by Goodwin and Noah hosts a graduation party that brings everyone together.

    Director: Michael Waxman

    Writer: Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider

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  • When to Let Go (II)
    8.1/10(424)
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    #12 - When to Let Go (II)

    Season 4 Episode 2

    Aired 10/3/2018

    The doctors and nurses of Chicago Med find themselves on high alert when an overflow of patients are rushed into the doors following a terrifying apartment complex blaze. Dr. Rhodes fights to save the life of one of Chicago Fire's own, while Dr. Halstead and his brother Jay struggle with their own personal battle. The crossover starts on Chicago Fire S07E02 Going to War (I). It continues on Chicago P.D. S06E02 Endings (III).

    Director: Charles S. Carroll

    Writer: Danny Weiss, Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider

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  • With a Brave Heart
    8.1/10(351)
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    #13 - With a Brave Heart

    Season 4 Episode 22

    Aired 5/22/2019

    Dr. Charles and Caroline set some major plans. Ava fights to keep her relationship with Connor. Agent Lee informs Will of news that may put his life in danger.

    Director: Michael Waxman

    Writer: Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider

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  • The Ground Shifts Beneath Us
    8.1/10(335)
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    #14 - The Ground Shifts Beneath Us

    Season 5 Episode 11

    Aired 1/15/2020

    After a major accident at O'Hare, the E.D. is concerned one of their own is in mortal danger. Will's proposal for a safe injection site goes to the board for consideration. Natalie and Goodwin become concerned for Gwen.

    Director: Martha Mitchell

    Writer: Safura Fadavi, Meridith Friedman

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  • Does One Door Close and Another One Open?
    8.1/10(224)
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    #15 - Does One Door Close and Another One Open?

    Season 8 Episode 22

    Aired 5/24/2023

    Shocking information threatens Jack Dayton's surgery and the future of OR 2.0. Archer goes rogue to save a patient in need. Maggie questions her future at Med.

    Director: Nicole Cummins-Rubio

    Writer: Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider

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  • Get By with a Little Help from My Friends
    8.1/10(175)
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    #16 - Get By with a Little Help from My Friends

    Season 9 Episode 12

    Aired 5/15/2024

    An infection threatens Marcel's risky liver transplant. Maggie and Charles help a struggling burn unit nurse. Goodwin is forced to make a tough decision about Bert's future.

    Director: Jonathan Brown

    Writer: Danny Weiss, Lily Dahl

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  • I Think I Know You, but Do I Really?
    8.1/10(186)
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    #17 - I Think I Know You, but Do I Really?

    Season 9 Episode 13

    Aired 5/22/2024

    Ripley and Charles treat a high-risk prisoner who may have dementia. Archer and Sean clash when a resident from Margo's facility lands in the E.D. Marcel receives shocking news.

    Director: Anna Dokoza

    Writer: Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider

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  • Bad Habits
    8.1/10(130)
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    #18 - Bad Habits

    Season 10 Episode 5

    Aired 10/23/2024

    Halloween chaos takes over the ED. Asher helps a pregnant woman with an autistic son. Charles clashes with Nurse Jackie on a psych case.

    Director: Anna Dokoza

    Writer: Danny Weiss

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  • Timing
    8.0/10(607)
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    #19 - Timing

    Season 1 Episode 18

    Aired 5/17/2016

    Dr. Rhodes treats his mentor and Goodman faces personal issues in the Season 1 finale. Also: April deals with a disorderly patient; Dr. Manning's past catches up with her; and Sarah's graduation day arrives, but she remains conflicted about her future.

    Director: Michael Waxman

    Writer: Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider

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  • This Is Now
    8.0/10(632)
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    #20 - This Is Now

    Season 3 Episode 18

    Aired 5/1/2018

    After a shooting occurs during a block party, the staff is overrun with victims; Dr. Choi devises a new mass casualty plan; Dr. Manning struggles to stay focused when she realizes her son and nanny might have been at the scene.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

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  • The Poison Inside Us
    8.0/10(368)
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    #21 - The Poison Inside Us

    Season 4 Episode 7

    Aired 11/7/2018

    The hospital is forced to evacuate when a toxic chemical is brought into the E.D., leaving patients and the staff in grave danger. Stuck in an elevator, Dr. Charles and Dr. Manning are forced to take drastic measures with a pregnant woman. Goodwin is tasked with making difficult choices and Dr. Rhodes discovers a secret that Dr. Bekker has been holding from him.

    Director: Milena Govich

    Writer: Jeff Drayer, Joseph Sousa

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  • Forever Hold Your Peace
    8.0/10(327)
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    #22 - Forever Hold Your Peace

    Season 4 Episode 21

    Aired 5/15/2019

    Caroline has news to share, forcing Dr. Charles to make a serious decision about their relationship. Maggie meets her sister's new boyfriend, but discovers danger may lie ahead. Dr. Rhodes experiences a devastating loss while Dr. Choi and April are faced with an unexpected challenge that strengthens their relationship.

    Director: Charles S. Carroll

    Writer: Safura Fadavi, Meridith Friedman

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  • Never Going Back to Normal
    8.0/10(433)
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    #23 - Never Going Back to Normal

    Season 5 Episode 1

    Aired 9/25/2019

    Will and Natalie battle for their lives after a car accident. An investigation is launched following the suspicious death of Cornelius Rhodes. Maggie receives life-changing news. Dr. Charles cuts his honeymoon short to tend to a patient.

    Director: Michael Pressman

    Writer: Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider

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  • I Can't Imagine the Future
    8.0/10(345)
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    #24 - I Can't Imagine the Future

    Season 5 Episode 9

    Aired 11/20/2019

    April receives unfortunate news that makes her question her future with Ethan. Dr. Charles and Maggie see tough times on the horizon. Natalie’s memory from the accident starts to return.

    Director: Charles S. Carroll

    Writer: Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider

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  • Who Should Be the Judge
    8.0/10(316)
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    #25 - Who Should Be the Judge

    Season 5 Episode 16

    Aired 3/4/2020

    A convicted murderer’s escape hits close to home when several members of the team find themselves in danger. Dr. Charles and Dr. Halstead continue to clash over patient treatment plans. Dr. Choi and April discover the truth about a patient’s scam. Maggie finally receives some good news.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

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Best Episodes Summary

"No Love Lost" is the best rated episode of "Chicago Med". It scored 8.8/10 based on 129 votes. Directed by Cherie Nowlan and written by Ashley Bower, Eli Jarmel, it aired on 1/8/2025. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "In the Trenches (II)".