Are you a fan of medical dramas like Dr. Kildare? If so, you’re in for a treat! Dr. Kildare, with its compelling storylines and memorable characters, has set a high bar for medical TV shows. Here are 19 other medical dramas that you might enjoy:

1. Grey’s Anatomy

Grey’s Anatomy follows the lives of surgical interns, residents, and attendings as they develop into seasoned doctors while trying to maintain personal lives. The show stars Ellen Pompeo as Meredith Grey and features a large ensemble cast.

2. House

House centers around Dr. Gregory House, a misanthropic medical genius who leads a team of diagnosticians. The show stars Hugh Laurie as the titular character, known for his unconventional methods and brilliant diagnostic skills.

3. ER

ER provides an intense look at the lives of the doctors and nurses working in the emergency room of County General Hospital. The show features an ensemble cast including George Clooney, Julianna Margulies, and Anthony Edwards.

4. The Good Doctor

The Good Doctor follows Dr. Shaun Murphy, a young surgical resident with autism and savant syndrome, as he navigates the challenges of working at a prestigious hospital. Freddie Highmore stars as Dr. Shaun Murphy.

5. Scrubs

Scrubs is a medical comedy-drama that offers a humorous and heartfelt look at the lives of medical interns and their mentors. The show stars Zach Braff, Donald Faison, and Sarah Chalke.

6. Chicago Med

Chicago Med is part of the Chicago franchise and focuses on the emergency department doctors and nurses of Gaffney Chicago Medical Center. The show stars Nick Gehlfuss, Yaya DaCosta, and Torrey DeVitto.

7. The Resident

The Resident delves into the lives of doctors at Chastain Park Memorial Hospital, highlighting the ethical dilemmas they face. The show stars Matt Czuchry, Emily VanCamp, and Bruce Greenwood.

8. Private Practice

Private Practice is a spin-off of Grey’s Anatomy and follows Dr. Addison Montgomery as she starts a new chapter at a private medical practice. The show stars Kate Walsh, Tim Daly, and Audra McDonald.

9. New Amsterdam

New Amsterdam is inspired by Bellevue, the oldest public hospital in America, and follows Dr. Max Goodwin as he works to reform the institution. Ryan Eggold stars as Dr. Max Goodwin.

10. Code Black

Code Black portrays the high-intensity environment of an understaffed and overcrowded emergency room in Los Angeles. The show stars Marcia Gay Harden, Luis Guzmán, and Raza Jaffrey.

11. Nurse Jackie

Nurse Jackie centers around Jackie Peyton, a strong-willed and flawed emergency room nurse. The show stars Edie Falco, who delivers a powerful performance as the lead character.

12. Saving Hope

Saving Hope follows Dr. Alex Reid and her fiancé, Dr. Charlie Harris, who falls into a coma, leaving his spirit wandering the hospital. The show stars Erica Durance and Michael Shanks.

13. The Night Shift

The Night Shift focuses on the doctors and nurses working the night shift at San Antonio Memorial Hospital. The show stars Eoin Macken, Jill Flint, and Ken Leung.

14. St. Elsewhere

St. Elsewhere is a classic medical drama set in the fictional St. Eligius Hospital in Boston, known for its groundbreaking storytelling. The show stars Ed Flanders, Norman Lloyd, and Denzel Washington.

15. Doogie Howser, M.D.

Doogie Howser, M.D. follows a teenage prodigy who becomes a licensed physician while navigating the challenges of adolescence. The show stars Neil Patrick Harris in the titular role.

16. Hart of Dixie

Hart of Dixie is a dramedy about Dr. Zoe Hart, a New York surgeon who ends up practicing in a small Southern town. The show stars Rachel Bilson, Jaime King, and Cress Williams.

17. Royal Pains

Royal Pains follows Dr. Hank Lawson, a disgraced doctor who becomes a “concierge doctor” to the rich and famous in the Hamptons. The show stars Mark Feuerstein, Paulo Costanzo, and Reshma Shetty.

18. MASH