The Good Doctor season 2 episode 14 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Shaun takes a day off to care for a patient needing eye surgery, using his vacation time. Meanwhile, Karin Tindle suffers critical injuries from a car accident, leading to a medical debate over treating her brain or heart first. Dr. Glassman, undergoing chemotherapy, bonds with Shaun over medicinal marijuana and a quirky search for Mallomars, connecting to his past. The team faces challenges during a facial transplant surgery for Molly. The episode closes with emotional goodbyes, organ donation decisions, and Dr. Glassman's heartfelt apology to a high school crush.
Full Episode S02E14 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What medical condition is Shaun's patient dealing with that requires eye surgery?
The patient requires surgery for misaligned eyes using distraction osteogenesis.
Why did Shaun take a day off?
Shaun took a day off to care for a patient, using his vacation days.
What happened to Karin Tindle?
Karin Tindle, a 14-year-old, was critically injured in a car accident caused by a truck driver falling asleep.
What is Dr. Glassman's current health situation?
Dr. Glassman is undergoing chemotherapy and struggles with the lifestyle changes it entails.
How do Shaun and Dr. Glassman spend their day off?
Shaun and Dr. Glassman spend their day off bonding over medicinal marijuana and searching for Mallomars.
What surgical dilemma does the medical team face with Karin?
The medical team debates whether to treat Karin's brain trauma or heart condition first, ultimately choosing the heart due to an aortic dissection.
What decision is made regarding Karin's organ donation?
It's decided to keep Karin on life support for potential organ donation, specifically considering her face for a transplant.
What is the outcome of Karin's surgery?
Karin is declared brain-dead following her surgery.
What is the focus of Molly's surgery?
Molly undergoes a facial transplant surgery.
How does Dr. Glassman confront his past?
Dr. Glassman visits his high school crush, Robin, to apologize for a hurtful comment he made in her yearbook.
What emotional moment occurs between Karin's mother and the face transplant recipient?
Karin's mother meets the recipient of her daughter's face, leading to an emotional exchange.
How do the characters reflect on guilt and love?
The characters, especially Dr. Glassman and Shaun, reflect on their personal feelings of guilt and experiences with unrequited love.