10 Overlooked Medical Dramas Beyond Grey's Anatomy

But what if you're itching for something a little different, a little more under-the-radar, or maybe even international?

1. The Good Doctor (U.S.)

This series follows Dr. Shaun Murphy, a surgical resident with autism and savant syndrome. This guy sees medical problems like puzzles, solving stuff no one else can. But he also struggles with social cues, making his work life a rollercoaster. A couple of times, his job's on the line, but he always pulls through with some miraculous save. It's different, and it's a must-watch, y'all.

2. Saving Hope (Canada)

How about a sprinkle of the supernatural, eh? Surgeon Charlie Harris falls into a coma and discovers he can roam the hospital as a spirit. So he's like a hospital ghost, advising other spirits while his fiancée, Dr. Alex Reid, is left to pick up the pieces in the real world. She's stuck between juggling her patients and dealing with the hospital board, all while hoping Charlie will wake up. It's a unique twist, to say the least.

3. ER (U.S.)

ER was Grey's Anatomy before Grey's Anatomy was even a thought. Set in Chicago, it centers on the emergency room of County General Hospital. We follow Dr. Mark Greene, who battles work pressure and a failing marriage. We got Dr. Doug Ross, the pediatrician with a playboy reputation but a heart of gold. There's plenty of life-or-death drama, from helicopter crashes to gunshot wounds. If you want the OG experience, this is it.

4. New Amsterdam (U.S.)

This one's set in New York's oldest public hospital, based on the real Bellevue Hospital. Dr. Max Goodwin becomes the medical director and he's all about reform. This dude actually fires the entire cardiac surgical department in the first episode for not caring enough about patients. Max's got cancer, his wife's pregnant, and there's a ton of hospital politics. But he keeps fighting the good fight, even when it takes a toll on him.

5. Pulse (Australia)

This show revolves around Frankie, who was a high-flying financial analyst until she had a kidney transplant. After this life-changing event, she shifts gears and becomes a doctor. It's an uphill battle for her, dealing with skeptical colleagues and navigating complicated surgeries. Frankie also discovers that her kidney donor was a young woman from the same hospital, adding another layer of intrigue.

6. Hospital Ship (South Korea)

Medical dramas and K-dramas combined? Sign me up! This series takes healthcare to the open sea, where a team of doctors and nurses offer medical services to remote islands via a ship. Among them is Dr. Song Eun-jae, a skilled but emotionally distant surgeon. She initially boards the ship to escape her problematic family, but ends up finding a new purpose.

7. Casualty (U.K.)

Guys, this show's been running since the '80s and for a good reason. It's like the British version of ER, set in the emergency department of the fictional Holby City Hospital. The show dives into the chaotic and challenging life of ED staff, dealing with everything from terrorist attacks to pandemics. With such longevity, you better believe it's got a juicy mix of personal drama and medical heroics.

8. Doctor's Diary (Germany)

Need a little comedy with your medical drama? This German gem is your answer. It follows Dr. Gretchen Haase, who takes a job at a hospital where her ex is a surgeon and her dad is the chief physician. Awkward much? Gretchen juggles complicated surgeries, hilarious love triangles, and workplace politics, all while providing some seriously good laughs. It's like Scrubs meets Grey's Anatomy, with a German twist.

9. Vital Signs (U.K.)

Ever wondered what it's like to be a medical student? This lighthearted British series offers a glimpse. The show's main protagonist, who works as a supermarket cashier, decides to drastically change her life by enrolling in medical school and becoming a doctor. Working with patients proves to be more stressful than her previous job, but she's up for the challenge!

10. Hippocrates: Diary of a French Doctor (France)

This drama is inspired by real-life medical experiences and follows Benjamin, a young intern who's thrown into the deep end when senior doctors go on strike. Hospital beds are overflowing, resources are scarce, and he's got to step up big time. The show captures the gritty reality of healthcare in a system pushed to its limits, offering a raw look at the lives of medical professionals.