> A doctor series about pain management , euthanasia and Congenital insensitivity to pain with anhidrosis (CIPA)

I started this series mainly as I am a fan of Ji Sung and enjoy medical dramas. A new drama with two of my favourites, what could go wrong ; but it was a disappointment

Doctor John separates itself from every other medical drama due to its willingness to address an issue that is more social than it is medical and/or political. Euthanasia is an extremely risky question because there is no single correct answer. One color to describe this drama’s dealings with euthanasia: gray. Very gray. As a human being, you probably have a preconceived opinion about it before you begin watching. And, amazingly, no matter what opinion that may be, it's more than likely that there is a character in this show that shares it. This show consists of the interactions between all different sides of the debate and how each is a combination of "wrong" or "right," depending on the context. Through these characters' actions and thoughts, Doctor John does the job of telling you that it is extremely dangerous hold one opinion as true across all situations.

PLOT
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The story is basically about pain. What makes Doctor John different is that its not the usual setup on any medical dramas that I've watched so far. The illness that they mention throughout the drama is new to me. Never heard about it. The drama shows what pain really means. What I felt it lack is the euthanasia part and also about Siyoung's dad. I think they quite rushed it because there's not much episode left.

The story focuses too much on debating euthanasia and nurses misplaced revenge on John . The determination and persistence of the prosecutor is also not convincing .

There are only 3-4 cases in the whole show as it focuses too much on CIPA and ethunasia. Doctor Stranger with its crazy plot had better operation room thrill. Anesthesia is a department with less action and its understandably low OR presence in the show.

CAST
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No doubt, Jisung is really a great actor. It's no breaking news that Ji Sung has acting chops. Well, that seems a bit of an understatement. Every character that he plays on screen, you can't help but fall in love with.

Lee Se Young ( Zombie from Korean Odeyssey) her acting isn't upto the mark like a zombie and that girl's hair is a mess, that I cannot deny. Wonder how can they screwup the wig and make it annoying to the end.

The chemistry between these two leads is lackluster and almost forced love ; out of pity and empathy towards each other.

The second couple had better moments in the show and were charming.This series has seriously one the best second lead, hands down. That is, of course, if he does actually qualify as a second lead. I really enjoyed watching Dr. Lee on-screen! Of course, one of the things I loved about him was the fact that any chance he got to leave the two leads alone, he did it. He is such a far cry from.other clueless second leads. [spoiler]Also his minor love line with Mi Rae was cute.[/spoiler]

The sisterhood at the end is also cute to watch and the rest if the pain staff bring some comedy in.

Ky00-hung is annoying as always for some reason i don't like his plastic face and those expressions.

MUSIC
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Too much background music over the dialogues and scenes.


VERDICT
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The romance between all parties seemed to be mostly developed at the half way mark, then nothing. The series ended with very little progression beyond that point. This was seriously disappointing.

Perhaps I am expecting too much from a drama that I have devoted 16+ hours to but on my scorecard this could have, and should have, been so much better given the high caliber of acting talent involved.

By the end, I felt good, without there being an extra cheesy feel-good resolution. If you don't think you have a high threshold for dramas like this, give this one a chance, and you may be surprised like I was. I prescribe at least 4 episodes of Dr. John before making a decision. Just like this drama's themes show repeatedly, you can't always go by your first impression, and Dr, John definitely deserves a chance to really be seen, especially if you are a Ji Sung fan. If you're not, I suspect you'll become one after watching (Kill me !! Heal Me !!)