The Good Doctor season 6 episode 15 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Shaun and Lea navigate pregnancy challenges, including Lea's hesitation about a minivan. Roland Barnes, a wealthy patient, arrives for treatment after a tiger attack, leading to a complex surgery involving Shaun and former colleague Jared, now Roland's concierge doctor. Jared grapples with personal and professional complexities, including a fake relationship for Roland's benefit. Concurrently, another patient, Sonja, faces a perilous pregnancy decision, weighing her life against her unborn child's. Shaun's expertise leads to Roland's unexpected diagnosis of neurocysticercosis. The episode concludes with Shaun being served a malpractice lawsuit.
Full Episode S06E15 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What condition does Roland Barnes arrive at the hospital with?
Deep chest wall lacerations, multiple rib fractures, and hemopneumothorax.
Why does Roland Barnes choose to come to Shaun's hospital?
Because of Shaun's expertise as a surgeon.
What is Shaun's proposed solution for Roland's chest injury?
Reconstruction using donor bones and titanium plates.
Why is Jared working as a concierge doctor for Roland?
Jared was fired from the hospital and then hired by Roland after treating his wife at a fundraiser.
What complication does Roland experience post-surgery?
A seizure, later diagnosed as caused by neurocysticercosis.
What personal crisis is Lea experiencing?
Pregnancy complications, specifically low amniotic fluid.
What difficult decision does Sonja face regarding her pregnancy?
Choosing between terminating her pregnancy to save her life or risking both their lives.
How does Shaun determine Roland's neurological issue?
By observing Roland's unusual behavioral change and conducting further tests.
What emotional support does Shaun provide to Sonja?
He shares his own experience and helps her to make a decision about her pregnancy.
What is Jared's relationship with Dalia?
A facade to prevent Roland's wife from suspecting her constant presence.
Why is Shaun served with a malpractice lawsuit?
It is not specified in the episode.
What career change does Jared consider?
Returning to the hospital as a first-year resident.
How do Shaun and Lea resolve their vehicle dilemma?
They decide on a family car that balances safety with personal significance.
What is Roland Barnes' condition after the surgery to remove the cyst?
His surgery is successful, and he is expected to recover.
What choice does Sonja ultimately make regarding her pregnancy?
She decides to continue the pregnancy despite the risks, ultimately leading to a life-threatening situation.
