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The Worst Episodes of The Good Doctor

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Shaun Murphy, a young surgeon with autism and savant syndrome, relocates from a quiet country life to join a prestigious hospital's surgical unit. Unable to personally connect with those around him, Shaun uses his extraordinary

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    The Good Doctor Season 4 Episode 9 - Irresponsible Salad Bar Practices
    5.1/10(2568 votes)

    #1 - Irresponsible Salad Bar Practices

    S4:E9

    Lim is challenged by the unique circumstances surrounding a pregnant patient with an aggressive tumor. Elsewhere, after misdiagnosing a patient, Claire makes a disconcerting discovery about certain practices at the hospital.

    Director:Felipe Rodriguez
    Writers:Liz Friedman, Sam Chanse

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  2. The Good Doctor Season 5 Episode 12 - Dry Spell
    6.7/10(878 votes)

    #2 - Dry Spell

    S5:E12

    Drs. Lim, Park and Wolke treat a woman with Valley fever and discover a secret she has been hiding from her fiancé. Meanwhile, Drs. Murphy, Allen and Andrews treat a 45-year-old virgin and help her make a big decision about her life.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Good Doctor Season 4 Episode 3 - Newbies
    7.0/10(1332 votes)

    #3 - Newbies

    S4:E3

    With several candidates vying for residency at St. Bonaventure, Chief of Surgery Dr. Audrey Lim tasks Dr. Shaun Murphy, Dr. Claire Browne and Dr. Alex Park with mentoring the top first-year resident contenders. As their mentees shadow them for the day, Shaun and Park meet with Andrews to discuss a difficult surgery scheduled for a minor. Later, Shaun inadvertently insults Lea while discussing the pros and cons of the controversial surgery. And elsewhere, Dr. Morgan Reznick seeks out Claire and Lim’s help on a consult.

    Director:David Straiton
    Writer:David Renaud

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  4. The Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 14 - She
    7.1/10(3065 votes)

    #4 - She

    S1:E14

    Dr. Shaun Murphy is surprised to learn that his young cancer patient identifies as a girl while being biologically male. Shaun must quickly learn to understand his patient, her medical needs and how to work with her family, who all feel they know what is best for her.

    Director:Seth Gordon
    Writer:Simran Baidwan

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  5. The Good Doctor Season 5 Episode 15 - My Way
    7.1/10(795 votes)

    #5 - My Way

    S5:E15

    While Doctor Andrews treats a foster kid for injuries sustained at his group home, Shaun and team look to Lea's expertise with cars and auto repair to help a patient whose iron lung has broken. Meanwhile, the patient's niece, a documentarian, takes an interest in Shaun.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Good Doctor Season 7 Episode 5 - Who at Peace
    7.1/10(657 votes)

    #6 - Who at Peace

    S7:E5

    Asher's views on the construct of marriage complicate his future with Jerome. Meanwhile, Asher also briefly revisits his religious past to aid a patient's conversion to Judaism for his fiancée.

    Director:Dinh Thai
    Writers:Adam Scott Weissman, Peter Blake

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  7. The Good Doctor Season 4 Episode 1 - Frontline (1)
    7.3/10(1728 votes)

    #7 - Frontline (1)

    S4:E1

    Dr. Murphy treats a patient who has an illness that is not only unpredictable in nature, but also unlike anything he or the team has seen before. Dr. Claire Brown continues to work through her grief, still reeling from Dr. Neil Melendez's death.

    Director:Mike Listo
    Writers:David Shore, Liz Friedman

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  8. The Good Doctor Season 4 Episode 2 - Frontline (2)
    7.3/10(1412 votes)

    #8 - Frontline (2)

    S4:E2

    Shaun has a hard time balancing his fears and concerns about potentially jeopardizing Lea's health and wanting to be with the woman he loves. Claire looks for a way to grieve Melendez's death. Park and Mia discuss their future together.

    Director:Mike Listo
    Writers:David Shore, Liz Friedman

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  9. The Good Doctor Season 4 Episode 13 - Spilled Milk
    7.3/10(985 votes)

    #9 - Spilled Milk

    S4:E13

    Claire is blindsided when her absentee father shows up at her door. Meanwhile, Shaun feels disconnected from Lea, causing tension in their relationship.

    Director:Sarah Wayne Callies
    Writers:Jessica Grasl, Tracy Taylor

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  10. The Good Doctor Season 4 Episode 18 - Forgive or Forget
    7.3/10(928 votes)

    #10 - Forgive or Forget

    S4:E18

    Shaun and Lea go on a camping trip to distract themselves from their grief over their miscarriage. Meanwhile, Morgan and Park argue about the best course of treatment for their patient.

    Director:Lee Friedlander
    Writers:Thomas L. Moran, David Renaud

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  11. The Good Doctor Season 5 Episode 17 - The Lea Show
    7.3/10(715 votes)

    #11 - The Lea Show

    S5:E17

    Sophie takes Lea out for a day full of luxurious wedding planning. And after a near fatal oversight, Dr. Lim senses an underlying issue is behind nurse Villanueva's unprofessional behavior.

    Director:Steven Paul
    Writers:David Hoselton, David Renaud

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  12. The Good Doctor Season 6 Episode 17 - Second Chances and Past Regrets
    7.3/10(587 votes)

    #12 - Second Chances and Past Regrets

    S6:E17

    Dr. Shaun Murphy must learn how to work with Dr. Jared Kalu again and remind him that he must start all over at St. Bonaventure. Meanwhile, Dr. Murphy treats a teenager suffering from neurological problems with a very high-risk procedure.

    Director:Mina Shum
    Writers:Tracy Taylor, Jeff Qiu

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  13. The Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 13 - Seven Reasons
    7.4/10(2790 votes)

    #13 - Seven Reasons

    S1:E13

    Dr. Shaun Murphy suspects his patient is lying about the reason for her injury and makes a controversial assumption about her motives. Meanwhile, Dr. Neil Melendez’s personal life could be affecting his work and, ultimately, his patients lives.

    Director:Mike Listo
    Writers:David Shore, David Hoselton

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  14. The Good Doctor Season 1 Episode 15 - Heartfelt
    7.4/10(2159 votes)

    #14 - Heartfelt

    S1:E15

    Dr. Shaun Murphy's teenage patient has been confined to her home her entire life due to a rare heart condition. Despite her condition, she has cultivated a large group of friends online and hopes that the surgical team can find a way to give her the life she has always dreamed of having. Meanwhile, a young patient's perfectly matched organ donor is causing a moral dilemma for the parents and the patient.

    Director:Regina King
    Writers:Johanna Lee, Thomas L. Moran

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  15. The Good Doctor Season 4 Episode 4 - Not the Same
    7.4/10(1112 votes)

    #15 - Not the Same

    S4:E4

    Dr. Morgan Reznik and Dr. Shaun Murphy's pregnant patient with twins is having pain and they are forced to grapple with a decision no one wants to make. Meanwhile, Shaun asks Lea to move back in despite her reservations

    Director:Sarah Wayne Callies
    Writers:David Hoselton, Adam Scott Weissman

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  16. The Good Doctor Season 4 Episode 6 - Lim
    7.4/10(1172 votes)

    #16 - Lim

    S4:E6

    As Chief of Surgery Dr. Audrey Lim struggles to cope with the residual emotional trauma of COVID-19, she encounters a young war veteran fighting debilitating PTSD. After discussing his case with the team, Dr. Claire Browne suggests a radical treatment to help him. Meanwhile, still reeling from the recent loss of his mentee’s patient, Dr. Shaun Murphy declares he doesn’t want to teach the new residents anymore. And elsewhere, an eccentric patient keeps the team entertained.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Good Doctor Season 4 Episode 7 - The Uncertainty Principle
    7.4/10(1072 votes)

    #17 - The Uncertainty Principle

    S4:E7

    Dr. Morgan Reznick discovers her patient’s wealth and obsession with extending his life is a dangerous mix that could end up costing more than he can afford.

    Director:Gary Hawes
    Writer:Doris Egan

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  18. The Good Doctor Season 4 Episode 10 - Decrypt
    7.4/10(1112 votes)

    #18 - Decrypt

    S4:E10

    When the hospital is hit with a cyberattack threatening to shut down life-saving machines, Lea rises to the challenge and looks to outsmart the hackers to prove herself. Meanwhile, the team treats an inspirational cancer survivor-turned-successful-philanthropist who harbors a dark secret.

    Director:Freddie Highmore
    Writers:Thomas L. Moran, Adam Scott Weissman

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  19. The Good Doctor Season 4 Episode 14 - Gender Reveal
    7.4/10(1041 votes)

    #19 - Gender Reveal

    S4:E14

    After finding out the gender of their unborn child, Lea's enthusiasm prompts Shaun to make an effort to be a more supportive partner. Meanwhile, the team treats a navy pilot whose previous doctor's misdiagnosis compromises her chances at a full recovery.

    Director:Tim Southam
    Writer:Debbie Ezer

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  20. The Good Doctor Season 5 Episode 5 - Crazytown
    7.4/10(784 votes)

    #20 - Crazytown

    S5:E5

    Dr. Park and Dr. Murphy treat an elderly Asian man brought to St. Bonaventure by his daughter after being the victim of a hate crime. In addition, Lea goes behind Shaun’s back to help raise his negative patient satisfaction scores.

    Director:Rebecca Moline
    Writers:Jessica Grasl, Sam Chanse

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  21. The Good Doctor Season 5 Episode 8 - Rebellion
    7.4/10(761 votes)

    #21 - Rebellion

    S5:E8

    Now that Shaun has called off the wedding, he is forced to confront Lea about their relationship and determine what he really means to her. Meanwhile, the team debate their opinions on plastic surgery and Dr. Audrey Lim hopes to expose Salen’s cover-up over an infant’s death to take her down before it is too late.

    Director:Gary Hawes
    Writer:Thomas L. Moran

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  22. The Good Doctor Season 5 Episode 13 - Growing Pains
    7.4/10(732 votes)

    #22 - Growing Pains

    S5:E13

    While Drs. Lim, Murphy and Wolke help a teenage “biohacker” whose self- experiments begin to compromise his health, Drs. Morgan, Park, Jordan and Glassman treat a young woman who wants a controversial surgery to treat her depression and chronic pain. Additionally, Dr. Reznick looks to take the next step in her relationship with Dr. Park.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Good Doctor Season 6 Episode 6 - Hot and Bothered
    7.4/10(666 votes)

    #23 - Hot and Bothered

    S6:E6

    In the midst of a heatwave, Dr. Shaun Murphy and Dr. Danica Powell are at odds when it comes to their patient’s surgery. Their heated stalemate tests Shaun’s patience and his willingness to compromise. Meanwhile, when the hospital loses power, Lea and Dr. Aaron Glassman are forced to come up with a quick solution or risk a total shutdown that could risk patients’ lives on the 100th episode.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. The Good Doctor Season 4 Episode 5 - Fault
    7.5/10(1111 votes)

    #24 - Fault

    S4:E5

    Dr. Shaun Murphy questions his decision to give the new residents autonomy when one of his intern's misdiagnosis of a patient has dire consequences. Meanwhile, Dr. Claire Browne, Dr. Alex Park and Dr. Jordan Allen treat a patient with a ruptured cyst affecting key functions of her brain. And elsewhere, Dr. Morgan Reznick and Park bond over failed relationships.

    Director:Vanessa Parise
    Writers:Mark Rozeman, Peter Blake

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  25. The Good Doctor Season 5 Episode 2 - Piece of Cake
    7.5/10(841 votes)

    #25 - Piece of Cake

    S5:E2

    Dr. Shaun Murphy and the team race to save a pregnant woman's baby and find her current situation as a convicted felon complicates it even more than they realize. Meanwhile, the hospital takes on some unexpected changes that the staff are not prepared for.

    Director:Tim Southam
    Writers:David Hoselton, Tracy Taylor

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Irresponsible Salad Bar Practices" is the worst rated episode of "The Good Doctor". It scored 5.1/10 based on 2568 votes. Directed by Felipe Rodriguez and written by Liz Friedman, Sam Chanse, it aired on 2/15/2021. This episode scored 1.6 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Dry Spell".