The Good Doctor season 4 episode 7 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In a thought-provoking episode, Shaun and Lea navigate the practicalities of intimacy, while Dr. Lim juggles ER responsibilities with personal mishaps. A couple's celebration of cancer remission leads to an unexpected medical emergency, and a cryotherapy accident introduces a patient with frostbite and fever. The hospital staff grapples with the consequences of a patient's risky self-experimentation using CRISPR for life extension. Relationships within the hospital face ethical and emotional complexities, particularly around the topics of dating and professional dynamics. The episode culminates in confronting the harsh realities of genetic modification, life extension debates, and the enduring question of love's longevity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Shaun decline Lea's suggestion for shower sex?
Shaun expressed concerns about practicality and safety, including the risk of slipping and the inconvenience of managing soap and shower settings.
What extra request did Dr. Lim make regarding the ER?
Dr. Lim asked for extra trauma call assistance due to a full moon and a three-day weekend.
What was the reason for Dr. Lim's bruise?
Dr. Lim got the bruise by hitting her head on a cupboard door.
What condition did the woman celebrating her cancer remission have?
She had a hematoma that needed to be drained.
What was the cause of the man's frostbite in San Jose?
The frostbite was caused by an accident during cryotherapy.
Why did a venture capitalist show interest in Dr. Reznick?
The venture capitalist was interested in Dr. Reznick's ideas after she performed surgery.
What unusual medical condition was diagnosed in an adult patient?
The adult patient was diagnosed with Hirschsprung's disease.
What genetic modification did the patient with Hirschsprung's disease do to himself?
He used CRISPR to modify his genetic code, aiming to extend his lifespan.
What ethical dilemma arose from the patient's use of CRISPR?
The dilemma was about the risks and ethics of using genetic modification for life extension.
What sudden illness did another patient develop?
A patient unexpectedly developed thyroid carcinoma.
What was Dr. Glassman's past research involving CRISPR?
Dr. Glassman's past research involved an unsuccessful attempt to use CRISPR to treat Parkinson's disease.
What was the proposed solution to reverse the CRISPR damage in the patient?
The solution involved using CRISPR to reverse the previous genetic modifications.
How did personal relationships evolve in the episode?
The episode featured emotional confrontations and decisions that led to resolutions and changes in various personal relationships.