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Doc S2E20 — The Big Chair
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Doc•Season 2•Episode 20

The Big Chair

8.3/10 · 181 votesApr 7, 202644 min

Ranked #6 of 22 in Season 2•+0.3 vs season avg

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On Michael's first day as Chief of Internal Medicine, Joan arrives at the hospital as a patient in dire straits. Amy, determined to save her, clashes repeatedly with Richard over Joan's treatment plan. Meanwhile, Gina makes a nearly impossible medical decision for a young patient

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Molly Parker

Molly Parker

Dr. Amy Larsen

Omar Metwally

Omar Metwally

Dr. Michael Hamda

Amirah Vann

Amirah Vann

Dr. Gina Walker

Jon-Michael Ecker

Jon-Michael Ecker

Dr. Jake Heller

Anya Banerjee

Anya Banerjee

Dr. Sonya Maitra

Charlotte Fountain-Jardim

Charlotte Fountain-Jardim

Katie Hamda

Patrick Walker

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Dr. Theodore 'TJ' Coleman

Felicity Huffman

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Dr. Joan Ridley

Kelsey Falconer

Kelsey Falconer

Nurse Zoe Putter

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Episode Summary

"The Big Chair" is episode 20 of Doc season 2. It scored 8.3/10 from 181 votes, ranking #6 of 22 episodes this season (season average 8.0). It aired on April 7, 2026.

Next: E21 · Stuck (1)Best of Season 2