Doctor Cha (2023–…): Season 1, Episode 3 - Episode #1.3 - full transcript
DOCTOR CHA
To be honest, given your age,
it won't be easy to maintain
a good relationship
with your colleagues.
To be even more honest,
you already know
that others will dislike you.
I am ashamed to admit that,
even after the day I started
and graduated from medical school,
and after completing my internship,
I had never thought of
what kind of
doctor I wanted to be.
I went to med school
because I had good grades.
All I wanted to do
was become a doctor
and a proud daughter
who would build up
our family's fortune.
As funny as it may sound,
only after raising two children
as a housewife for 20 years
and experiencing
a major liver transplant surgery
did I finally begin to harbor a desire
to become a really good doctor.
I am also confident
that such experiences will provide
a great foundation as a doctor.
However, all of my
hopes can come true
only after I pass
this interview.
All right.
You may leave.
Thank you.
GUSAN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
2022 RESIDENCY INTERVIEWS
I commend her courage.
And she seems
like a good doctor.
What does the FM
Department think?
Do you feel skeptical?
Try to put yourself
in our shoes.
Would you choose her?
Maybe, maybe not.
Please go inside.
Jung-min, how did
your interview go?
2022 GUSAN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
RESIDENCY INTERVIEWS
Does Father know?
No.
If he knew, would
he have let me come?
Mom, you can't be a resident.
Listen to yourself.
I'll have you know
I'm a med school graduate.
You might have forgotten this
because I'm always at home,
but I had pretty good grades
back in school.
I scored 49 on
the resident exams.
You scored 49?
I only scored 45.
Hey.
You studied during
your internship,
but I went all in.
Right.
So?
You're going to
work here if you get in?
What about Father?
I'll start working first.
Well.
If he finds out, I'll
deal with it then.
Mom, how can you be so reckless?
Father isn't the main issue.
What if you catch
an infection here?
You just got out of surgery.
How are you
going to manage this tough job?
Jung-min.
Please worry about me
after I pass the interview.
Okay?
I appreciate your concern.
Did you get the day off
for your interview??
There's a place I
have to stop by.
Keep your chin up!
Did you meet your wife?
Come in.
It is you.
Do you remember me?
I was a Gusan University
School of Medicine freshman in '95,
Cha Jeong-suk.
I do remember.
Have a seat.
I'm so relieved.
I thought you
wouldn't remember me.
It's been so long.
It's been over 20 years,
but you haven't aged a day.
That's not true.
I'm sorry for
barging in like this.
I wasn't sure if you heard,
but I applied to be a resident
of Family Medicine.
I saw you on the website
before I turned in my application.
- I see.
- I'm not sure
if I'll get hired or
not at this point.
But if I do get hired,
I'll do my best.
I'll do my best not to make
the other residents uncomfortable,
so please help me out.
I'm not sure if that can happen
just by your effort alone.
Right.
Anyway, it was nice to see you.
I hope you make it.
Yes, thank you.
By the way,
does your husband know
that you applied here?
Right.
About that…
can you keep it a secret
if you run into him?
Why? A married couple will be
working at the same hospital.
Shouldn't he know?
My husband
also didn't tell me
you worked here.
I don't think they'll hire her.
Does it seem so?
Of course.
Why would anyone choose
an older applicant
over young, spirited ones?
On top of that, she's
not in good health.
I was wondering because she had
high scores on her resident exams.
Where were you
while she was doing all this?
You should've stopped her
before things came to this point.
I'm sorry.
She wanted to be a resident,
but I didn't think she would
actually take the exam.
On top of that, who
knew she'd apply to this hospital?
I'm taking two
days off next week.
I have to go see my
father on Jeju Island.
Your father?
- He called?
- Yes.
He was diagnosed
with stage four pancreatic cancer.
Goodness.
I guess it finally made him think of
the daughter he abandoned.
It's all my fault.
Yes, hello?
Yes, this is Cha Jeong-suk.
Excuse me.
If you don't mind,
could I know the
reason I was rejected?
Was it
because of my age?
Yes, okay.
So what did they say?
They told me to look for other hospitals
before it's too late.
Then you should apply
to a smaller hospital.
You can just go somewhere else.
Why are you so down?
Failure is always painful.
Welcome.
Hello.
What happened to your face?
What about it?
You don't look well.
Really?
I feel fine.
Then that's a relief.
Right, why don't
you go on a vacation?
You're probably mentally
exhausted after the surgery.
Don't you think it'd be good for you
to go somewhere nice?
PASSENGER TERMINAL
THIS WAY
I have no idea
why I am going on a trip right now.
You know what they say.
When humans face a crisis in life,
they must leave for somewhere.
It's human nature to discover
a breakthrough in life by leaving.
The breakthrough
in my life was…
supposed to be
starting a new life as a doctor,
not a trip to Boracay.
Unbelievable.
Your last trip
abroad was ages ago.
Can you be a bit cheerful?
At any rate,
you have a knack
for making your own life troublesome.
I'm just disappointed,
that's all.
That's enough.
So what about my age?
Are older people not allowed
to have dreams?
I'm not asking for much.
You'll get wrinkles
if you keep stressing out like that.
Here. Make sure to
apply this every day.
I know what this is.
You use it like this, right?
Yes.
Good, that's it.
Your neck too.
Good.
Much better.
- Really?
- Yes.
If that hospital doesn't hire you,
you can find another one.
You applied, right?
Yes, I have another
interview next week.
Family medicine is a department
with a humane touch,
so I'm sure there's a hospital somewhere
willing to take you.
Don't obsess over
Gusan University Hospital.
Why there of all places?
Your husband works there.
It'll be uncomfortable.
Choi Seung-hi.
Choi Seung-hi?
Your husband's first love?
That Choi Seung-hi?
Yes.
That Choi Seung-hi…
works at Gusan
University Hospital.
- What?
- She's a professor
of family medicine there.
He's not going to
come? Why not?
His girlfriend dumped him,
so he enlisted in the army in shock.
What kind of an idiot is that?
What should we do, Professor?
Then we only have
that old applicant left?
- Yes.
- Good grief.
Should I call her?
I don't know.
Do what you will.
Really?
Wait, so did you run into her
at the interview?
No, I didn't see
her at the interview.
I already knew before I went.
You may say that I'm silly,
but oddly…
it felt offensive.
I would call you crazy
if you were happy to see her.
Your husband hid the fact that
he worked in the same place
as his first love,
whom he was madly in love with.
How can you feel...
I see.
Is that why you insisted on
working at Gusan University Hospital?
To keep an eye on them?
No! Come on!
It's my alma mater too.
It's a great hospital,
so I thought I'd learn more
if I worked as a resident there.
That's why I want
to go there. As if!
I'm too old to do
something that immature.
You also know what you said
is a lousy excuse, right?
All right.
Who is this?
Hello?
Yes, I'm Cha Jeong-suk.
Gusan University Hospital?
Yes.
Okay.
What is it? What
did the hospital say?
I'm sorry.
I can't go on this trip.
They want you?
They want me.
Get over here!
GUSAN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
- Hello.
- Hello.
- Hello, Professor!
- Hello, Professor.
I'm not a professor.
I'm a resident here.
- Hello.
- Hello.
Hello.
- Hello.
- Hello.
My name is Lee Do-gyeom.
I'm Moon Chea-yoon.
I was born in 1995.
My name is Cha Jeong-suk.
I'm also a 1995…
A freshman in 1995.
I'll do my best not to be a nuisance
to my seniors and juniors.
I hope you don't feel awkward
and treat me as you would
any other resident.
Of course we will.
I hate those who want special treatment
just because they're older.
Of course, I totally understand.
We work almost 80 hours a week.
Is that all right?
Our shifts are that
short these days?
Gosh, back in my day,
we'd work 100 hours a week,
then do night
shifts for two weeks,
and first-year…
You know, where you get banned
from going out for 100 days.
- The 100-day shifts.
- The 100-day shifts.
Yes, the 100-night shifts.
We had those traditions.
Those are long…
Long gone.
Long gone, right?
That was a vibe killer.
People would use "vibe killer"
for situations like this, right?
Yes, it was a vibe killer.
Or would you say
"that was cringe"?
Professor Choi, you must not have known
because you were taking days off.
After twists and turns,
she joined our department.
This is Dr. Cha
Jeong-suk. Please say hi.
Hello, Professor.
Even though test methods have advanced,
you can't miss that point.
- Yes.
- Yes, okay.
Yes, okay.
BOOK CAFE LOUNGE
Excuse me.
I'm not feeling
well. I need an IV drip.
An IV drip?
Have you made your payment?
- Payment?
- Please come back
after taking a number ticket
at the registration and making a payment.
It's not that. It's
an emergency.
Don't you know me?
Professor Seo, why are you here?
Ms. Lee.
I'm in bad condition right now,
so I'd like an IV drip.
But she just told me
to go make the payment first.
It's her first day,
so she has no idea what's going on.
I'll give you the IV drip.
- This way, please.
- Thank you.
Goodness, what happened?
This is what
it feels like…
to lose years off of my life.
SEUNG-HI:
I NEED TO SEE YOU NOW
Jeez.
I couldn't believe it
even after you texted me.
I was shocked,
as if I was struck
by lightning...
More shocked than me?
Were you more stunned than me?
I came to work in the morning
and saw your wife right in front of me.
I almost fainted.
I'm sorry.
Being sorry won't
solve this issue.
How are you treated at home?
What does your
wife take you for?
How could she make such a big decision
without asking you even once?
That's what I'm saying!
What will you do now?
How will you
deal with this mess?
Should I go to a new hospital?
Should I resign?
Seung-hi, let's not get worked up.
We need to calm down.
Give me some time to think.
I can't wait long.
PROFESSOR'S OFFICE
JUNG-MIN'S MOM
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He's…
NICE TO MEET YOU
GUSAN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
PROFESSOR'S OFFICE 204
ROY KIM
Come in.
Hello.
Hello.
- Ms. Cha's...
- Goodness.
I stopped by to greet
the new doctor who will be working here.
I see you're here too, Chief.
I believe this is
the first time we've met.
My name is Seo In-ho.
How do you do?
I'm Roy Kimberley.
Please call me Roy.
Yes.
Please have a seat.
I was just on my way out.
You two should have a chat.
It's reassuring to have
two great doctors here,
with a dragon on my right,
and a tiger on my left.
- Goodbye.
- Goodbye.
How did you end up coming here?
Did you sleep well?
How's your stomachache?
My stomachache is fine,
but what's in this IV drip?
It better not be glucose.
It's only made of healthy protein
to increase your muscle mass.
And we'd like to refer you
to our Psychiatry Department
for a counseling session.
How does that sound?
The Psychiatry Department?
Why should I go there?
Just consider it an opportunity
to share your worries and thoughts.
That way, you can
be discharged sooner.
Fine.
Refer her to Psychiatry,
and get another
reading for her AP CT.
Also contact Surgery to see
if she can get surgery
if her abdominal pain continues.
Excuse me, could
you say that again? AP…
AP CT.
Abdomen and pelvis CT.
Yes.
So can you scare my wife
and make her give up on her residency?
There are many excuses.
Infections, relapses, et cetera.
People may not listen
to those who are close to them,
but they tend to listen
to someone who is not as close.
But I'm not sure.
It will be difficult,
but I personally wish
to show support for her choice.
It sounds like
she found her spirit.
Are you saying
you'll just stand by and watch
as a patient whom you operated on
endangers her life?
"Stand by and watch"?
I'll check her condition
every now and then.
Yes, in that case,
I understand.
I have one more favor to ask.
I'll be honest,
while my relationship with my son
is known at work,
no one knows about me and her.
And we don't
want people to know.
Why not?
"Why not?" You're pissing
me off with every word.
She can easily become a target of hatred
given her circumstances,
so if people find
out she's my wife,
her peers will find her
even more uncomfortable.
But if people find
out she's your wife,
they won't bully her.
She's the one who'll
want this the most.
I understand.
It's wonderful to see
a family of doctors.
Yes, sure.
My father was a surgeon too.
He was a pioneer in the field
who first introduced
laparoscopic surgery in Korea.
I see.
It's not rare to have three generations
of doctors in one family.
If I may, what
does your father do?
In Korea,
isn't asking about
someone's dad's job considered
old-fashioned?
Sorry?
I was joking. A joke.
You little…
My father is in
the real estate business in New York.
He also invests
in promising companies and hotels.
I see.
Yes.
PATIENT: OH CHANG-GYU
Hello.
I came to brief you
on the exams you'll take today
and have your
consent forms signed.
It does make it feel
like my money was well spent,
given that they assigned a professor
to brief me directly.
I'm not a professor.
I'm a first-year resident.
Then why are you so old?
Right.
I took a long time off
after graduating from medical school.
What's the point
of hearing a rookie brief me?
Darn it.
You're about to receive
a gastroscopy and enteroscopy.
If polyps are found
during the examination,
they can progress into cancer,
so we plan on removing those.
And right here.
As it is with all procedures,
there is a possibility
of bleeding, infection,
and other complications
during the endoscopy.
Also, if you are allergic
to the anesthetic used,
there's a small chance of going
into shock or losing consciousness.
Mr. Oh, did you fast?
He goes by
"Chairman Oh," actually.
Goodness, I apologize
for my mistake.
Chairman Oh, have you fasted
since midnight?
I have.
I UNDERSTAND AND PERMIT
THE ABOVE PROCEDURE
So does endoscopy hurt a lot?
Usually,
yes.
But in your case, mister,
you'll be sedated,
so you won't feel any pain.
But once you wake up,
you may feel some
discomfort inside.
- Hey.
- Yes, Chairman Oh?
Nothing.
In that case,
I'll escort you
to the endoscopy room in 30 minutes.
Please have a great examination,
Chairman Oh.
Good grief.
Is he here?
He's so
handsome. My gosh.
- I'm sorry.
- Not at all.
Look at him.
He's so handsome.
Hello.
He's really good-looking.
- He's so dreamy!
- He is!
Look at him.
Chief, I'm the advisor.
How could you hire her
without notifying me?
As you know, the
law has changed.
We'll face problems
if we do not accept all applicants
if we have an opening.
I couldn't drag back that kid
who went to the army,
and I couldn't steal applicants
from another hospital.
But still, how can you accept a resident
who'll be 50 soon?
Don't be so harsh.
We're all growing old.
We're all…
Chief Lim!
What is it?
Well, there's a problem.
What now?
Why are we facing so
many problems lately?
It's second-year resident,
Dr. Baek I-yeon,
- who went to work with Surgery.
- Yes.
She's pregnant.
Good for her. Wait.
- And?
- She's quitting.
She says the hospital
isn't good for her baby.
Goodness gracious.
Everyone is quitting
over the army and babies.
We're facing so much
trouble from day one.
Chief Lim.
CHA JEONG-SUK
She's the replacement
for the second-year who quit.
The Family Medicine Department
also said that they are very sorry.
I see.
Well…
We're fine.
- Right?
- Sorry?
Yes, right.
But our department can
always use another hand.
I'll keep her under control.
Nice to meet you, Professor.
Hello.
Sure.
Then let's go that way.
Does that feel all right?
- That hurts.
- I haven't touched the wound yet.
Be gentle, will you?
Yes.
Wait, let's begin on
the count of three.
One.
Two.
Three.
Please get
epinephrine and tubes ready,
- then page the surgeon on duty.
- Okay.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL CENTER
That hurts. What
are you doing?
I'd like to ask
you the same thing.
What are you doing?
Can't you tell?
I'm working.
How can you do this without telling me?
You came to my department out of...
Even if I talked to you,
you would've stopped me.
Exactly, why did you do such a thing
if you knew that would happen?
I mean, do you have
to do this residency?
You can always live a new life
depending on what you make of it
as a faithful housewife.
Einstein said,
“The definition of insanity
is doing the same thing over and over
and expecting
different results."
Are you calling me insane?
You're so ignorant.
Can't you read
between the lines?
I'm saying I'm making an effort
to build a different future.
I'm sorry, but I'm busy.
And what if someone sees us?
Are you okay with everyone finding out
that I'm your wife?
You scared me.
I feel like I'm
seeing things at the hospital.
You should get
used to that feeling.
What is this?
You need to eat a balanced meal.
Excuse me, you
cannot do this here.
We aren't at home.
Yes, Dr. Seo.
May I eat with you?
No.
Ignoring everything else,
what if you collapse at work?
It's wearying even for me.
You may have physical strength,
but I have a strong mentality.
No matter how
determined you are,
your body is at work.
- If you have a weak body...
- Jung-min.
Listen carefully.
I'm stronger
than I've ever been in my life.
Don't worry.
Eat up.
The bean sprouts are good.
It's not that I'm
opposed to your dream.
I was just worried about you.
You can call me
any time you're in trouble.
MY SON
Thank you, Jung-min.
I love you!
We finally met.
Goodness, Professor.
Why are you here?
Today was also my first day
at this hospital.
Come to think of it,
I need to ask you for a favor.
The people at the
hospital don't know
that they're my son and husband.
I know.
Your husband came
and asked me not to tell.
I see.
You already met my husband.
Yes.
But when are you
going to get a divorce?
- Sorry?
- I thought you would leave him
once you have recovered.
Dr. Kim.
That was too
harsh, even for a joke.
Was it really?
And getting a
divorce isn't that easy.
You aren't married, are you?
- No.
- Why not?
I didn't feel confident.
I didn't think I could love one
and stay devoted to our family.
Divorcing takes
a hundred times more courage
compared to getting married.
Anyway, you're very patient.
Are all Koreans like that?
You're saying it as
if you aren't Korean yourself.
I'm not Korean.
I'm American.
I was
adopted as a child.
That's the line
that always gets the ladies.
Almost fell for it, didn't you?
No way!
A mother and a woman are
like two completely different species.
Anyway, when you
said you were adopted…
Were you lying about it or not?
Not telling.
I'm going to leave you hanging
and not tell you.
You should go home.
Your eyes look tired.
Yes.
I'm so tired right now.
I could sleep
anywhere if I lie down.
- See you tomorrow.
- Yes, I'll be off.
- Goodbye.
- Yes, goodbye.
So? How was the first day
as a first-year at your age?
Was it doable?
What do you think?
The day felt like a year.
I had completely forgotten
about the weary
and exhausting life of a resident.
I knew you couldn't be stopped,
so I didn't bother.
But it will be really tough.
Don't try to save your face,
- and take short naps in the bathroom.
- Okay.
And eat well too.
Take every healthy food you can
from red ginseng
to any nutritional supplements.
You have to eat everything
until you feel full.
That's how you're
going to survive, got it?
So just take everything
until you feel full.
Okay?
Jeong-suk?
Jeong-suk?
Jeong-suk.
Cha Jeong-suk.
Are you asleep?
You're doing well. Good.
Good work, Jeong-suk.
You got this!
You're late.
Yes, Mother.
Let's talk for a moment.
Above all, your health
should come first.
And think of In-ho and Jung-min,
who are both working at the hospital.
It'll be very uncomfortable for them
to see you roaming about there.
And I-rang too. Did
you forget that she's in 12th grade?
Look what happened today.
You weren't home when she came,
so she took a taxi home
and ate takeout food.
Did you hear me?
Mother, you could
help her instead…
Do I have to do
chores at my age?
I can't do it.
She's your child,
so you look after her.
Hey.
- Mom.
- Yes?
Why are you treating Jung-min
and me differently?
- What?
- You didn't neglect Jung-min
when he was in 12th grade
like you're doing now.
In case you've forgotten,
I'm in 12th grade now.
Other moms even quit their jobs
to support their kids in 12th grade.
What do you think you're doing?
Do you want me to
go to college or not?
So?
You're the one in
12th grade, not me.
Why do you take my sacrifice for granted
when you're the one going to college?
You're going to
college for your sake.
Are you doing that for me?
Yes, I once believed
that to be true.
But I have changed my mind.
I already did my best
to raise your brother and you,
and I believe it's about time
you made your own way without my help.
I'll always give you
my love and support.
And I'll do the
best I can for you.
- I-rang...
- By "best,"
you just mean doing
whatever you want!
My mom won't give
me rides anymore.
I have to take a
taxi. So annoying.
Me too. That's been my life
ever since I came to Korea.
Eun-seo.
You're home early.
Who are you texting?
A friend from the academy.
She's annoyed that
her mom is working now.
But my daughter
is so considerate.
How was work?
Work?
It was fine. It's
always the same.
That's a relief.
Come out for a snack.
I got your
favorite, carrot cake.
Way to paint yourself
as a caring mother.
Will you please
just let it go today?
The hospital isn't where privileged wives
come to fulfill their dreams.
That's not the case.
First off,
I'm nothing of that sort.
I have always wanted
to become a good doctor.
But after I had Jung-min,
I just chose to be a mother
over being a doctor.
And I've lived
enough years as a mom.
After I fell ill,
I realized how noble it was
to work as a doctor.
I finally remembered how desperately
I wanted to become a good doctor.
I really want to do this!
I'm confident enough
to face any hardships.
This isn't a job you can do
with confidence alone!
But why are you
adamantly against this?
Is there another reason
why you're stopping me?
Another reason?
What reason?
I wouldn't know.
Only you would.
Fine.
If you so insist, go ahead.
I won't stop you,
so do your best.
- Really?
- Yes.
Do what you want,
since it's your decision.
Just pretend we don't
know each other at work.
Don't even dream of whining
or complaining about your tough work.
Do not ask me for help.
Do not expect to receive
any special treatment
just because I'm there.
We will be complete strangers
at the hospital.
I will only treat you
as a rookie resident, do you understand?
That's exactly what I want!
Thank you, honey.
Hey, you know…
Never mind.
Don't be late tomorrow.
Okay.
At least he said I can do this.
Hello, Professor.
Well, this sucks.
Honey, can you drop me off?
No, I can't.
You can drop me off
somewhere far away.
People at the hospital
can be there too.
You should hurry.
You might end up
arriving after me.
Unbelievable.
Here.
Thank you.
Goodbye.
Wait!
Thank you, Dr. Kim.
Good morning.
Judging by how she's not surprised,
they must have met already.
I saw you press the
button to close the door.
Dr. Cha.
- Your check-up is soon, right?
- Yes.
Stop by whenever you can.
It's quite convenient
to have your doctor
at the same hospital.
You're completely right.
That's how lucky I am.
What's she laughing for?
Have you had breakfast?
GUSAN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Professor, I'll brief you on the patient
we were asked to consult on yesterday.
It's a 53-year-old
female patient
with a history of diabetes
and high blood pressure.
She had a colonoscopy
as a result of hematochezia
and was diagnosed
with mid to upper-rectal cancer.
A consultation was requested
for her surgical treatment.
Is that so? No
obstructions?
Nothing unusual was found
in the abdominal images,
and no signs of metastasis
in her abdominal or chest CT scans.
Was an MRI performed?
What about the CRM?
Right.
I don't think
an abdominal
MRI was taken…
One second.
Well.
An abdominal MRI
was not necessary,
it was not taken.
And the CRM…
It's rectal cancer,
so I'm asking for a rectal MRI.
Why would I need
an abdominal MRI?
Was no rectal MRI taken?
One second.
Well…
Yes, she did get a rectal MRI.
What about the CRM?
Right, the CRM.
Her file says it's
considered positive.
What's CRM?
- Sorry?
- What does CRM stand for?
CRM is…
Circumferential.
Circumferential…
C…
I do not know.
CRM is the resection margin
you must consider during surgery.
So what do we do now?
Well…
I'm sorry.
How can you decide on a treatment plan
for a patient when you know so little?
You can't even pretend
to be a doctor at this rate.
I can't believe you slept
before today's round was ready.
You spent a year
being an intern.
You still can't tell the difference
between abdominal and rectal MRI?
If you're stupid,
at least be diligent!
I'm sorry.
I always tell you
not to do anything to be sorry for.
You.
If you stutter or speak nonsense
before tomorrow's round,
you're dead meat.
- Understood?
- Yes.
Jung-min, look at me.
It's okay.
You're doing well.
- Hey!
- You can do it!
What if someone sees you?
That woman…
Is she out of her mind?
Why did you do that at work?
I'm sorry.
"That woman"?
I know she was angry,
but that's no way to address someone.
I mean, you're a
woman too, aren't you?
Who's going to
marry a girl like her?
I'll keep my eyes peeled
and see where she ends up.
You told her to do it?
Are you crazy?
I insisted on sending her
to your department,
but she'll return in three months.
Plus, I'll be her advisor!
- We'll have to make her quit before then.
- How?
This is a tough job to bear
both physically and mentally.
She can't do
this for three years.
It sounds like you're
worried about her.
She's been at home for 20 years.
She's already bad at her job,
so everyone will be hard on her.
It's only a matter of time
before she falls into despair.
Then are you telling me to wait
until she quits?
If you want it to happen sooner,
you can give her a push.
A push?
How?
Do whatever you
can in your position
as her advisor.
I can't believe I
have to do this.
It's the chief.
I have to go.
A group dinner?
We have a new professor, Dr. Kim,
and new residents.
It's all for teamwork.
Let's drink up the entire stock
in the restaurant.
Can you two make it?
I can.
Good.
I…
Professor Seo, are you okay?
Sorry?
You don't look too well.
I see.
JUNG-MIN'S MOM
Why won't you pick up?
Everyone is in the lobby.
- Over here.
- Hello.
Come quickly.
- Come on.
- Drinking requires stamina.
- A thousand?
- Around two thousand after I drink.
- Try it.
- Professor Seo!
Hurry up and join us.
Welcome.
Now we're losing
our precious time.
Let's head over and drink
in high spirits. Let's go!
- Let's go.
- Go!
Keep it together.
I thought of making a reservation
at my favorite Italian restaurant,
but I played safe
to fit your taste,
so Korean cuisine it is.
I enjoy pasta too.
I always eat Korean food,
and I prefer to make it myself.
I didn't know that.
I'll invite you there next time.
Do as you like.
You seem like such a lady
when you dress up like that.
I always had good looks.
I don't get botox shots like others,
so I have some wrinkles,
but that also adds
to my natural beauty.
I made gravely misspoke to you
right before Jeong-suk's surgery.
I must have hurt
Jeong-suk and you quite deeply.
I thought…
I would never forget
the disappointment I felt
in In-ho or you.
But it does make me feel better
to hear your apology.
Well, anyway.
You do know that Jeong-suk has
returned to work at the hospital, right?
So this is why she called.
The pride of the
Surgery Department,
the soju bomb expert, will show us
how to mix the drinks!
- Give it up!
- All right!
Hurry up and come over.
Dr. Jeon has shown
impressive growth.
- That's so fresh.
- Look at that pure alcohol.
She's a national treasure.
She's quite the drinker.
Allow me to make a toast.
When I say "soju bombs,"
you say "will be the death of me!"
To Professor Kim from Hollywood
and the new residents,
Soju bombs!
- Will be the death of me!
- Will be the death of me!
You drink very well.
Actually, I was
quite the drinker,
but I had held myself back.
A drink after work
after such a long time
taste so much sweeter
and more delicious.
But still, you
can't drink a lot.
Of course I know.
But I can feel the alcohol already
from drinking after a rough day.
This is bad.
Well, I guess
this is why we drink.
I also thought,
"Right, her children
are old enough."
"So if she wants to work,
she can work at a small clinic
and get paid for an easy job."
But a residency?
How will she live
through three years of hardships
with her fragile body?
I can hardly eat or sleep
with these worries plaguing my mind.
- Ms. Kwak.
- Yes?
You should
try to live honestly.
- What?
- You are very disingenuous.
You aren't worried
about my daughter.
She's working at
In-ho's hospital,
so you're worried
she might cause him trouble.
You're concealing your true feelings
with those words, aren't you?
Yes, you understand very well.
My son isn't going to be just a professor
at a university hospital.
His recent paper
was published in…
What was it
called? It was famous.
Nature.
Yes,
Nature…
They chose it as the best paper,
and it became the cover.
In-ho is capable
of becoming the director of the hospital
and rising to much greater power.
So how can his wife
step in and ruin
his bright future?
- Ms. Kwak.
- Yes?
Actually,
my daughter had better grades
than your son did.
If your son cooperated more
in their marriage,
the best paper in Nature
wouldn't have been
written by your son,
but by my daughter.
So this time,
do not say a word,
do not meddle with her business,
and do not do anything.
Do nothing at all.
- Excuse me, four more bottles of beer.
- Sure.
Professor Seo, let me pour one.
It's okay. I've
had enough.
I don't think I've
ever seen you drunk.
My principle is to
drink adequately.
My principle is to drink
until there is nothing left.
How embarrassing of me.
If all husbands were
half as good as you,
the divorce rate
would drop by half.
In that aspect,
you deserve the Nobel Peace Prize.
Cut it out.
The Nobel Peace Prize?
Yes, when his wife was sick,
he gave her his liver.
No, you tried
to. Isn't that right?
Well.
It was an inevitable situation.
I'm so jealous.
Your wife must be very happy.
My stomach hurts.
- What was so funny?
- My stomach.
She's a unique one.
I'm sorry.
I haven't had a
drink in a while,
so I couldn't contain myself.
I'm sorry.
Excuse me! Two
more bottles of beer, please.
Okay
Professor Seo,
we have lots of beer.
I suddenly want to get drunk.
Jung-min, we need to talk.
Send your mother home now.
Why?
Don't you see it?
She's completely wasted!
She's sitting there
flirting with the new professor!
Then she suddenly broke out in laughter
like she's gone crazy
and killed everyone's vibe!
Do you still need a reason
even after seeing all that?
She had a liver transplant.
The residency is
taking a toll on her.
What if her liver is ruined again
after drinking like this?
She seems very happy
since she hasn't been
to places like this in a while.
She seems tipsy.
Look after her and
prevent any mishaps.
Okay.
Please excuse me.
Jung-min.
How about a drink?
Have some water.
Thank you.
Drink lots of water
and please pull
yourself together.
Pull myself together?
I'm fine.
You're drunk.
I'm not drunk.
Stop drinking.
Hey, Jung-min.
Yes?
The grill is empty.
Come and grill more meat.
Sure.
Dr. Jeon.
If you want more meat,
you can grill it yourself.
- Why are you asking my...
- Hold on! I got it!
Let me grill the
meat. It's fine.
I'll grill the meat.
It's okay. I'm
good at grilling.
Excuse me!
We'll take four more servings
of pork belly.
Dr. Cha, were you a housewife
while you weren't working?
Yes.
Your family must be well-off.
What does your husband do?
My husband?
Your husband.
He's dead.
- Ow!
- Jung-min!
DOCTOR CHA
My husband? He's dead.
He's been dead for a long time.
She must be out of her mind.
Honey.
You shamelessly lied
that your husband is dead,
yet you want a favor?
I hear indoor golf centers are
the hottest place for affairs.
Honey, did you buy a bracelet?
Just because I don't
make an issue out of our past
doesn't mean we can be friends.
Subtitle translation
by: Eun-sook Yoon
To be honest, given your age,
it won't be easy to maintain
a good relationship
with your colleagues.
To be even more honest,
you already know
that others will dislike you.
I am ashamed to admit that,
even after the day I started
and graduated from medical school,
and after completing my internship,
I had never thought of
what kind of
doctor I wanted to be.
I went to med school
because I had good grades.
All I wanted to do
was become a doctor
and a proud daughter
who would build up
our family's fortune.
As funny as it may sound,
only after raising two children
as a housewife for 20 years
and experiencing
a major liver transplant surgery
did I finally begin to harbor a desire
to become a really good doctor.
I am also confident
that such experiences will provide
a great foundation as a doctor.
However, all of my
hopes can come true
only after I pass
this interview.
All right.
You may leave.
Thank you.
GUSAN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
2022 RESIDENCY INTERVIEWS
I commend her courage.
And she seems
like a good doctor.
What does the FM
Department think?
Do you feel skeptical?
Try to put yourself
in our shoes.
Would you choose her?
Maybe, maybe not.
Please go inside.
Jung-min, how did
your interview go?
2022 GUSAN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
RESIDENCY INTERVIEWS
Does Father know?
No.
If he knew, would
he have let me come?
Mom, you can't be a resident.
Listen to yourself.
I'll have you know
I'm a med school graduate.
You might have forgotten this
because I'm always at home,
but I had pretty good grades
back in school.
I scored 49 on
the resident exams.
You scored 49?
I only scored 45.
Hey.
You studied during
your internship,
but I went all in.
Right.
So?
You're going to
work here if you get in?
What about Father?
I'll start working first.
Well.
If he finds out, I'll
deal with it then.
Mom, how can you be so reckless?
Father isn't the main issue.
What if you catch
an infection here?
You just got out of surgery.
How are you
going to manage this tough job?
Jung-min.
Please worry about me
after I pass the interview.
Okay?
I appreciate your concern.
Did you get the day off
for your interview??
There's a place I
have to stop by.
Keep your chin up!
Did you meet your wife?
Come in.
It is you.
Do you remember me?
I was a Gusan University
School of Medicine freshman in '95,
Cha Jeong-suk.
I do remember.
Have a seat.
I'm so relieved.
I thought you
wouldn't remember me.
It's been so long.
It's been over 20 years,
but you haven't aged a day.
That's not true.
I'm sorry for
barging in like this.
I wasn't sure if you heard,
but I applied to be a resident
of Family Medicine.
I saw you on the website
before I turned in my application.
- I see.
- I'm not sure
if I'll get hired or
not at this point.
But if I do get hired,
I'll do my best.
I'll do my best not to make
the other residents uncomfortable,
so please help me out.
I'm not sure if that can happen
just by your effort alone.
Right.
Anyway, it was nice to see you.
I hope you make it.
Yes, thank you.
By the way,
does your husband know
that you applied here?
Right.
About that…
can you keep it a secret
if you run into him?
Why? A married couple will be
working at the same hospital.
Shouldn't he know?
My husband
also didn't tell me
you worked here.
I don't think they'll hire her.
Does it seem so?
Of course.
Why would anyone choose
an older applicant
over young, spirited ones?
On top of that, she's
not in good health.
I was wondering because she had
high scores on her resident exams.
Where were you
while she was doing all this?
You should've stopped her
before things came to this point.
I'm sorry.
She wanted to be a resident,
but I didn't think she would
actually take the exam.
On top of that, who
knew she'd apply to this hospital?
I'm taking two
days off next week.
I have to go see my
father on Jeju Island.
Your father?
- He called?
- Yes.
He was diagnosed
with stage four pancreatic cancer.
Goodness.
I guess it finally made him think of
the daughter he abandoned.
It's all my fault.
Yes, hello?
Yes, this is Cha Jeong-suk.
Excuse me.
If you don't mind,
could I know the
reason I was rejected?
Was it
because of my age?
Yes, okay.
So what did they say?
They told me to look for other hospitals
before it's too late.
Then you should apply
to a smaller hospital.
You can just go somewhere else.
Why are you so down?
Failure is always painful.
Welcome.
Hello.
What happened to your face?
What about it?
You don't look well.
Really?
I feel fine.
Then that's a relief.
Right, why don't
you go on a vacation?
You're probably mentally
exhausted after the surgery.
Don't you think it'd be good for you
to go somewhere nice?
PASSENGER TERMINAL
THIS WAY
I have no idea
why I am going on a trip right now.
You know what they say.
When humans face a crisis in life,
they must leave for somewhere.
It's human nature to discover
a breakthrough in life by leaving.
The breakthrough
in my life was…
supposed to be
starting a new life as a doctor,
not a trip to Boracay.
Unbelievable.
Your last trip
abroad was ages ago.
Can you be a bit cheerful?
At any rate,
you have a knack
for making your own life troublesome.
I'm just disappointed,
that's all.
That's enough.
So what about my age?
Are older people not allowed
to have dreams?
I'm not asking for much.
You'll get wrinkles
if you keep stressing out like that.
Here. Make sure to
apply this every day.
I know what this is.
You use it like this, right?
Yes.
Good, that's it.
Your neck too.
Good.
Much better.
- Really?
- Yes.
If that hospital doesn't hire you,
you can find another one.
You applied, right?
Yes, I have another
interview next week.
Family medicine is a department
with a humane touch,
so I'm sure there's a hospital somewhere
willing to take you.
Don't obsess over
Gusan University Hospital.
Why there of all places?
Your husband works there.
It'll be uncomfortable.
Choi Seung-hi.
Choi Seung-hi?
Your husband's first love?
That Choi Seung-hi?
Yes.
That Choi Seung-hi…
works at Gusan
University Hospital.
- What?
- She's a professor
of family medicine there.
He's not going to
come? Why not?
His girlfriend dumped him,
so he enlisted in the army in shock.
What kind of an idiot is that?
What should we do, Professor?
Then we only have
that old applicant left?
- Yes.
- Good grief.
Should I call her?
I don't know.
Do what you will.
Really?
Wait, so did you run into her
at the interview?
No, I didn't see
her at the interview.
I already knew before I went.
You may say that I'm silly,
but oddly…
it felt offensive.
I would call you crazy
if you were happy to see her.
Your husband hid the fact that
he worked in the same place
as his first love,
whom he was madly in love with.
How can you feel...
I see.
Is that why you insisted on
working at Gusan University Hospital?
To keep an eye on them?
No! Come on!
It's my alma mater too.
It's a great hospital,
so I thought I'd learn more
if I worked as a resident there.
That's why I want
to go there. As if!
I'm too old to do
something that immature.
You also know what you said
is a lousy excuse, right?
All right.
Who is this?
Hello?
Yes, I'm Cha Jeong-suk.
Gusan University Hospital?
Yes.
Okay.
What is it? What
did the hospital say?
I'm sorry.
I can't go on this trip.
They want you?
They want me.
Get over here!
GUSAN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
- Hello.
- Hello.
- Hello, Professor!
- Hello, Professor.
I'm not a professor.
I'm a resident here.
- Hello.
- Hello.
Hello.
- Hello.
- Hello.
My name is Lee Do-gyeom.
I'm Moon Chea-yoon.
I was born in 1995.
My name is Cha Jeong-suk.
I'm also a 1995…
A freshman in 1995.
I'll do my best not to be a nuisance
to my seniors and juniors.
I hope you don't feel awkward
and treat me as you would
any other resident.
Of course we will.
I hate those who want special treatment
just because they're older.
Of course, I totally understand.
We work almost 80 hours a week.
Is that all right?
Our shifts are that
short these days?
Gosh, back in my day,
we'd work 100 hours a week,
then do night
shifts for two weeks,
and first-year…
You know, where you get banned
from going out for 100 days.
- The 100-day shifts.
- The 100-day shifts.
Yes, the 100-night shifts.
We had those traditions.
Those are long…
Long gone.
Long gone, right?
That was a vibe killer.
People would use "vibe killer"
for situations like this, right?
Yes, it was a vibe killer.
Or would you say
"that was cringe"?
Professor Choi, you must not have known
because you were taking days off.
After twists and turns,
she joined our department.
This is Dr. Cha
Jeong-suk. Please say hi.
Hello, Professor.
Even though test methods have advanced,
you can't miss that point.
- Yes.
- Yes, okay.
Yes, okay.
BOOK CAFE LOUNGE
Excuse me.
I'm not feeling
well. I need an IV drip.
An IV drip?
Have you made your payment?
- Payment?
- Please come back
after taking a number ticket
at the registration and making a payment.
It's not that. It's
an emergency.
Don't you know me?
Professor Seo, why are you here?
Ms. Lee.
I'm in bad condition right now,
so I'd like an IV drip.
But she just told me
to go make the payment first.
It's her first day,
so she has no idea what's going on.
I'll give you the IV drip.
- This way, please.
- Thank you.
Goodness, what happened?
This is what
it feels like…
to lose years off of my life.
SEUNG-HI:
I NEED TO SEE YOU NOW
Jeez.
I couldn't believe it
even after you texted me.
I was shocked,
as if I was struck
by lightning...
More shocked than me?
Were you more stunned than me?
I came to work in the morning
and saw your wife right in front of me.
I almost fainted.
I'm sorry.
Being sorry won't
solve this issue.
How are you treated at home?
What does your
wife take you for?
How could she make such a big decision
without asking you even once?
That's what I'm saying!
What will you do now?
How will you
deal with this mess?
Should I go to a new hospital?
Should I resign?
Seung-hi, let's not get worked up.
We need to calm down.
Give me some time to think.
I can't wait long.
PROFESSOR'S OFFICE
JUNG-MIN'S MOM
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NICE TO MEET YOU
He's…
NICE TO MEET YOU
GUSAN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
PROFESSOR'S OFFICE 204
ROY KIM
Come in.
Hello.
Hello.
- Ms. Cha's...
- Goodness.
I stopped by to greet
the new doctor who will be working here.
I see you're here too, Chief.
I believe this is
the first time we've met.
My name is Seo In-ho.
How do you do?
I'm Roy Kimberley.
Please call me Roy.
Yes.
Please have a seat.
I was just on my way out.
You two should have a chat.
It's reassuring to have
two great doctors here,
with a dragon on my right,
and a tiger on my left.
- Goodbye.
- Goodbye.
How did you end up coming here?
Did you sleep well?
How's your stomachache?
My stomachache is fine,
but what's in this IV drip?
It better not be glucose.
It's only made of healthy protein
to increase your muscle mass.
And we'd like to refer you
to our Psychiatry Department
for a counseling session.
How does that sound?
The Psychiatry Department?
Why should I go there?
Just consider it an opportunity
to share your worries and thoughts.
That way, you can
be discharged sooner.
Fine.
Refer her to Psychiatry,
and get another
reading for her AP CT.
Also contact Surgery to see
if she can get surgery
if her abdominal pain continues.
Excuse me, could
you say that again? AP…
AP CT.
Abdomen and pelvis CT.
Yes.
So can you scare my wife
and make her give up on her residency?
There are many excuses.
Infections, relapses, et cetera.
People may not listen
to those who are close to them,
but they tend to listen
to someone who is not as close.
But I'm not sure.
It will be difficult,
but I personally wish
to show support for her choice.
It sounds like
she found her spirit.
Are you saying
you'll just stand by and watch
as a patient whom you operated on
endangers her life?
"Stand by and watch"?
I'll check her condition
every now and then.
Yes, in that case,
I understand.
I have one more favor to ask.
I'll be honest,
while my relationship with my son
is known at work,
no one knows about me and her.
And we don't
want people to know.
Why not?
"Why not?" You're pissing
me off with every word.
She can easily become a target of hatred
given her circumstances,
so if people find
out she's my wife,
her peers will find her
even more uncomfortable.
But if people find
out she's your wife,
they won't bully her.
She's the one who'll
want this the most.
I understand.
It's wonderful to see
a family of doctors.
Yes, sure.
My father was a surgeon too.
He was a pioneer in the field
who first introduced
laparoscopic surgery in Korea.
I see.
It's not rare to have three generations
of doctors in one family.
If I may, what
does your father do?
In Korea,
isn't asking about
someone's dad's job considered
old-fashioned?
Sorry?
I was joking. A joke.
You little…
My father is in
the real estate business in New York.
He also invests
in promising companies and hotels.
I see.
Yes.
PATIENT: OH CHANG-GYU
Hello.
I came to brief you
on the exams you'll take today
and have your
consent forms signed.
It does make it feel
like my money was well spent,
given that they assigned a professor
to brief me directly.
I'm not a professor.
I'm a first-year resident.
Then why are you so old?
Right.
I took a long time off
after graduating from medical school.
What's the point
of hearing a rookie brief me?
Darn it.
You're about to receive
a gastroscopy and enteroscopy.
If polyps are found
during the examination,
they can progress into cancer,
so we plan on removing those.
And right here.
As it is with all procedures,
there is a possibility
of bleeding, infection,
and other complications
during the endoscopy.
Also, if you are allergic
to the anesthetic used,
there's a small chance of going
into shock or losing consciousness.
Mr. Oh, did you fast?
He goes by
"Chairman Oh," actually.
Goodness, I apologize
for my mistake.
Chairman Oh, have you fasted
since midnight?
I have.
I UNDERSTAND AND PERMIT
THE ABOVE PROCEDURE
So does endoscopy hurt a lot?
Usually,
yes.
But in your case, mister,
you'll be sedated,
so you won't feel any pain.
But once you wake up,
you may feel some
discomfort inside.
- Hey.
- Yes, Chairman Oh?
Nothing.
In that case,
I'll escort you
to the endoscopy room in 30 minutes.
Please have a great examination,
Chairman Oh.
Good grief.
Is he here?
He's so
handsome. My gosh.
- I'm sorry.
- Not at all.
Look at him.
He's so handsome.
Hello.
He's really good-looking.
- He's so dreamy!
- He is!
Look at him.
Chief, I'm the advisor.
How could you hire her
without notifying me?
As you know, the
law has changed.
We'll face problems
if we do not accept all applicants
if we have an opening.
I couldn't drag back that kid
who went to the army,
and I couldn't steal applicants
from another hospital.
But still, how can you accept a resident
who'll be 50 soon?
Don't be so harsh.
We're all growing old.
We're all…
Chief Lim!
What is it?
Well, there's a problem.
What now?
Why are we facing so
many problems lately?
It's second-year resident,
Dr. Baek I-yeon,
- who went to work with Surgery.
- Yes.
She's pregnant.
Good for her. Wait.
- And?
- She's quitting.
She says the hospital
isn't good for her baby.
Goodness gracious.
Everyone is quitting
over the army and babies.
We're facing so much
trouble from day one.
Chief Lim.
CHA JEONG-SUK
She's the replacement
for the second-year who quit.
The Family Medicine Department
also said that they are very sorry.
I see.
Well…
We're fine.
- Right?
- Sorry?
Yes, right.
But our department can
always use another hand.
I'll keep her under control.
Nice to meet you, Professor.
Hello.
Sure.
Then let's go that way.
Does that feel all right?
- That hurts.
- I haven't touched the wound yet.
Be gentle, will you?
Yes.
Wait, let's begin on
the count of three.
One.
Two.
Three.
Please get
epinephrine and tubes ready,
- then page the surgeon on duty.
- Okay.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL CENTER
That hurts. What
are you doing?
I'd like to ask
you the same thing.
What are you doing?
Can't you tell?
I'm working.
How can you do this without telling me?
You came to my department out of...
Even if I talked to you,
you would've stopped me.
Exactly, why did you do such a thing
if you knew that would happen?
I mean, do you have
to do this residency?
You can always live a new life
depending on what you make of it
as a faithful housewife.
Einstein said,
“The definition of insanity
is doing the same thing over and over
and expecting
different results."
Are you calling me insane?
You're so ignorant.
Can't you read
between the lines?
I'm saying I'm making an effort
to build a different future.
I'm sorry, but I'm busy.
And what if someone sees us?
Are you okay with everyone finding out
that I'm your wife?
You scared me.
I feel like I'm
seeing things at the hospital.
You should get
used to that feeling.
What is this?
You need to eat a balanced meal.
Excuse me, you
cannot do this here.
We aren't at home.
Yes, Dr. Seo.
May I eat with you?
No.
Ignoring everything else,
what if you collapse at work?
It's wearying even for me.
You may have physical strength,
but I have a strong mentality.
No matter how
determined you are,
your body is at work.
- If you have a weak body...
- Jung-min.
Listen carefully.
I'm stronger
than I've ever been in my life.
Don't worry.
Eat up.
The bean sprouts are good.
It's not that I'm
opposed to your dream.
I was just worried about you.
You can call me
any time you're in trouble.
MY SON
Thank you, Jung-min.
I love you!
We finally met.
Goodness, Professor.
Why are you here?
Today was also my first day
at this hospital.
Come to think of it,
I need to ask you for a favor.
The people at the
hospital don't know
that they're my son and husband.
I know.
Your husband came
and asked me not to tell.
I see.
You already met my husband.
Yes.
But when are you
going to get a divorce?
- Sorry?
- I thought you would leave him
once you have recovered.
Dr. Kim.
That was too
harsh, even for a joke.
Was it really?
And getting a
divorce isn't that easy.
You aren't married, are you?
- No.
- Why not?
I didn't feel confident.
I didn't think I could love one
and stay devoted to our family.
Divorcing takes
a hundred times more courage
compared to getting married.
Anyway, you're very patient.
Are all Koreans like that?
You're saying it as
if you aren't Korean yourself.
I'm not Korean.
I'm American.
I was
adopted as a child.
That's the line
that always gets the ladies.
Almost fell for it, didn't you?
No way!
A mother and a woman are
like two completely different species.
Anyway, when you
said you were adopted…
Were you lying about it or not?
Not telling.
I'm going to leave you hanging
and not tell you.
You should go home.
Your eyes look tired.
Yes.
I'm so tired right now.
I could sleep
anywhere if I lie down.
- See you tomorrow.
- Yes, I'll be off.
- Goodbye.
- Yes, goodbye.
So? How was the first day
as a first-year at your age?
Was it doable?
What do you think?
The day felt like a year.
I had completely forgotten
about the weary
and exhausting life of a resident.
I knew you couldn't be stopped,
so I didn't bother.
But it will be really tough.
Don't try to save your face,
- and take short naps in the bathroom.
- Okay.
And eat well too.
Take every healthy food you can
from red ginseng
to any nutritional supplements.
You have to eat everything
until you feel full.
That's how you're
going to survive, got it?
So just take everything
until you feel full.
Okay?
Jeong-suk?
Jeong-suk?
Jeong-suk.
Cha Jeong-suk.
Are you asleep?
You're doing well. Good.
Good work, Jeong-suk.
You got this!
You're late.
Yes, Mother.
Let's talk for a moment.
Above all, your health
should come first.
And think of In-ho and Jung-min,
who are both working at the hospital.
It'll be very uncomfortable for them
to see you roaming about there.
And I-rang too. Did
you forget that she's in 12th grade?
Look what happened today.
You weren't home when she came,
so she took a taxi home
and ate takeout food.
Did you hear me?
Mother, you could
help her instead…
Do I have to do
chores at my age?
I can't do it.
She's your child,
so you look after her.
Hey.
- Mom.
- Yes?
Why are you treating Jung-min
and me differently?
- What?
- You didn't neglect Jung-min
when he was in 12th grade
like you're doing now.
In case you've forgotten,
I'm in 12th grade now.
Other moms even quit their jobs
to support their kids in 12th grade.
What do you think you're doing?
Do you want me to
go to college or not?
So?
You're the one in
12th grade, not me.
Why do you take my sacrifice for granted
when you're the one going to college?
You're going to
college for your sake.
Are you doing that for me?
Yes, I once believed
that to be true.
But I have changed my mind.
I already did my best
to raise your brother and you,
and I believe it's about time
you made your own way without my help.
I'll always give you
my love and support.
And I'll do the
best I can for you.
- I-rang...
- By "best,"
you just mean doing
whatever you want!
My mom won't give
me rides anymore.
I have to take a
taxi. So annoying.
Me too. That's been my life
ever since I came to Korea.
Eun-seo.
You're home early.
Who are you texting?
A friend from the academy.
She's annoyed that
her mom is working now.
But my daughter
is so considerate.
How was work?
Work?
It was fine. It's
always the same.
That's a relief.
Come out for a snack.
I got your
favorite, carrot cake.
Way to paint yourself
as a caring mother.
Will you please
just let it go today?
The hospital isn't where privileged wives
come to fulfill their dreams.
That's not the case.
First off,
I'm nothing of that sort.
I have always wanted
to become a good doctor.
But after I had Jung-min,
I just chose to be a mother
over being a doctor.
And I've lived
enough years as a mom.
After I fell ill,
I realized how noble it was
to work as a doctor.
I finally remembered how desperately
I wanted to become a good doctor.
I really want to do this!
I'm confident enough
to face any hardships.
This isn't a job you can do
with confidence alone!
But why are you
adamantly against this?
Is there another reason
why you're stopping me?
Another reason?
What reason?
I wouldn't know.
Only you would.
Fine.
If you so insist, go ahead.
I won't stop you,
so do your best.
- Really?
- Yes.
Do what you want,
since it's your decision.
Just pretend we don't
know each other at work.
Don't even dream of whining
or complaining about your tough work.
Do not ask me for help.
Do not expect to receive
any special treatment
just because I'm there.
We will be complete strangers
at the hospital.
I will only treat you
as a rookie resident, do you understand?
That's exactly what I want!
Thank you, honey.
Hey, you know…
Never mind.
Don't be late tomorrow.
Okay.
At least he said I can do this.
Hello, Professor.
Well, this sucks.
Honey, can you drop me off?
No, I can't.
You can drop me off
somewhere far away.
People at the hospital
can be there too.
You should hurry.
You might end up
arriving after me.
Unbelievable.
Here.
Thank you.
Goodbye.
Wait!
Thank you, Dr. Kim.
Good morning.
Judging by how she's not surprised,
they must have met already.
I saw you press the
button to close the door.
Dr. Cha.
- Your check-up is soon, right?
- Yes.
Stop by whenever you can.
It's quite convenient
to have your doctor
at the same hospital.
You're completely right.
That's how lucky I am.
What's she laughing for?
Have you had breakfast?
GUSAN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Professor, I'll brief you on the patient
we were asked to consult on yesterday.
It's a 53-year-old
female patient
with a history of diabetes
and high blood pressure.
She had a colonoscopy
as a result of hematochezia
and was diagnosed
with mid to upper-rectal cancer.
A consultation was requested
for her surgical treatment.
Is that so? No
obstructions?
Nothing unusual was found
in the abdominal images,
and no signs of metastasis
in her abdominal or chest CT scans.
Was an MRI performed?
What about the CRM?
Right.
I don't think
an abdominal
MRI was taken…
One second.
Well.
An abdominal MRI
was not necessary,
it was not taken.
And the CRM…
It's rectal cancer,
so I'm asking for a rectal MRI.
Why would I need
an abdominal MRI?
Was no rectal MRI taken?
One second.
Well…
Yes, she did get a rectal MRI.
What about the CRM?
Right, the CRM.
Her file says it's
considered positive.
What's CRM?
- Sorry?
- What does CRM stand for?
CRM is…
Circumferential.
Circumferential…
C…
I do not know.
CRM is the resection margin
you must consider during surgery.
So what do we do now?
Well…
I'm sorry.
How can you decide on a treatment plan
for a patient when you know so little?
You can't even pretend
to be a doctor at this rate.
I can't believe you slept
before today's round was ready.
You spent a year
being an intern.
You still can't tell the difference
between abdominal and rectal MRI?
If you're stupid,
at least be diligent!
I'm sorry.
I always tell you
not to do anything to be sorry for.
You.
If you stutter or speak nonsense
before tomorrow's round,
you're dead meat.
- Understood?
- Yes.
Jung-min, look at me.
It's okay.
You're doing well.
- Hey!
- You can do it!
What if someone sees you?
That woman…
Is she out of her mind?
Why did you do that at work?
I'm sorry.
"That woman"?
I know she was angry,
but that's no way to address someone.
I mean, you're a
woman too, aren't you?
Who's going to
marry a girl like her?
I'll keep my eyes peeled
and see where she ends up.
You told her to do it?
Are you crazy?
I insisted on sending her
to your department,
but she'll return in three months.
Plus, I'll be her advisor!
- We'll have to make her quit before then.
- How?
This is a tough job to bear
both physically and mentally.
She can't do
this for three years.
It sounds like you're
worried about her.
She's been at home for 20 years.
She's already bad at her job,
so everyone will be hard on her.
It's only a matter of time
before she falls into despair.
Then are you telling me to wait
until she quits?
If you want it to happen sooner,
you can give her a push.
A push?
How?
Do whatever you
can in your position
as her advisor.
I can't believe I
have to do this.
It's the chief.
I have to go.
A group dinner?
We have a new professor, Dr. Kim,
and new residents.
It's all for teamwork.
Let's drink up the entire stock
in the restaurant.
Can you two make it?
I can.
Good.
I…
Professor Seo, are you okay?
Sorry?
You don't look too well.
I see.
JUNG-MIN'S MOM
Why won't you pick up?
Everyone is in the lobby.
- Over here.
- Hello.
Come quickly.
- Come on.
- Drinking requires stamina.
- A thousand?
- Around two thousand after I drink.
- Try it.
- Professor Seo!
Hurry up and join us.
Welcome.
Now we're losing
our precious time.
Let's head over and drink
in high spirits. Let's go!
- Let's go.
- Go!
Keep it together.
I thought of making a reservation
at my favorite Italian restaurant,
but I played safe
to fit your taste,
so Korean cuisine it is.
I enjoy pasta too.
I always eat Korean food,
and I prefer to make it myself.
I didn't know that.
I'll invite you there next time.
Do as you like.
You seem like such a lady
when you dress up like that.
I always had good looks.
I don't get botox shots like others,
so I have some wrinkles,
but that also adds
to my natural beauty.
I made gravely misspoke to you
right before Jeong-suk's surgery.
I must have hurt
Jeong-suk and you quite deeply.
I thought…
I would never forget
the disappointment I felt
in In-ho or you.
But it does make me feel better
to hear your apology.
Well, anyway.
You do know that Jeong-suk has
returned to work at the hospital, right?
So this is why she called.
The pride of the
Surgery Department,
the soju bomb expert, will show us
how to mix the drinks!
- Give it up!
- All right!
Hurry up and come over.
Dr. Jeon has shown
impressive growth.
- That's so fresh.
- Look at that pure alcohol.
She's a national treasure.
She's quite the drinker.
Allow me to make a toast.
When I say "soju bombs,"
you say "will be the death of me!"
To Professor Kim from Hollywood
and the new residents,
Soju bombs!
- Will be the death of me!
- Will be the death of me!
You drink very well.
Actually, I was
quite the drinker,
but I had held myself back.
A drink after work
after such a long time
taste so much sweeter
and more delicious.
But still, you
can't drink a lot.
Of course I know.
But I can feel the alcohol already
from drinking after a rough day.
This is bad.
Well, I guess
this is why we drink.
I also thought,
"Right, her children
are old enough."
"So if she wants to work,
she can work at a small clinic
and get paid for an easy job."
But a residency?
How will she live
through three years of hardships
with her fragile body?
I can hardly eat or sleep
with these worries plaguing my mind.
- Ms. Kwak.
- Yes?
You should
try to live honestly.
- What?
- You are very disingenuous.
You aren't worried
about my daughter.
She's working at
In-ho's hospital,
so you're worried
she might cause him trouble.
You're concealing your true feelings
with those words, aren't you?
Yes, you understand very well.
My son isn't going to be just a professor
at a university hospital.
His recent paper
was published in…
What was it
called? It was famous.
Nature.
Yes,
Nature…
They chose it as the best paper,
and it became the cover.
In-ho is capable
of becoming the director of the hospital
and rising to much greater power.
So how can his wife
step in and ruin
his bright future?
- Ms. Kwak.
- Yes?
Actually,
my daughter had better grades
than your son did.
If your son cooperated more
in their marriage,
the best paper in Nature
wouldn't have been
written by your son,
but by my daughter.
So this time,
do not say a word,
do not meddle with her business,
and do not do anything.
Do nothing at all.
- Excuse me, four more bottles of beer.
- Sure.
Professor Seo, let me pour one.
It's okay. I've
had enough.
I don't think I've
ever seen you drunk.
My principle is to
drink adequately.
My principle is to drink
until there is nothing left.
How embarrassing of me.
If all husbands were
half as good as you,
the divorce rate
would drop by half.
In that aspect,
you deserve the Nobel Peace Prize.
Cut it out.
The Nobel Peace Prize?
Yes, when his wife was sick,
he gave her his liver.
No, you tried
to. Isn't that right?
Well.
It was an inevitable situation.
I'm so jealous.
Your wife must be very happy.
My stomach hurts.
- What was so funny?
- My stomach.
She's a unique one.
I'm sorry.
I haven't had a
drink in a while,
so I couldn't contain myself.
I'm sorry.
Excuse me! Two
more bottles of beer, please.
Okay
Professor Seo,
we have lots of beer.
I suddenly want to get drunk.
Jung-min, we need to talk.
Send your mother home now.
Why?
Don't you see it?
She's completely wasted!
She's sitting there
flirting with the new professor!
Then she suddenly broke out in laughter
like she's gone crazy
and killed everyone's vibe!
Do you still need a reason
even after seeing all that?
She had a liver transplant.
The residency is
taking a toll on her.
What if her liver is ruined again
after drinking like this?
She seems very happy
since she hasn't been
to places like this in a while.
She seems tipsy.
Look after her and
prevent any mishaps.
Okay.
Please excuse me.
Jung-min.
How about a drink?
Have some water.
Thank you.
Drink lots of water
and please pull
yourself together.
Pull myself together?
I'm fine.
You're drunk.
I'm not drunk.
Stop drinking.
Hey, Jung-min.
Yes?
The grill is empty.
Come and grill more meat.
Sure.
Dr. Jeon.
If you want more meat,
you can grill it yourself.
- Why are you asking my...
- Hold on! I got it!
Let me grill the
meat. It's fine.
I'll grill the meat.
It's okay. I'm
good at grilling.
Excuse me!
We'll take four more servings
of pork belly.
Dr. Cha, were you a housewife
while you weren't working?
Yes.
Your family must be well-off.
What does your husband do?
My husband?
Your husband.
He's dead.
- Ow!
- Jung-min!
DOCTOR CHA
My husband? He's dead.
He's been dead for a long time.
She must be out of her mind.
Honey.
You shamelessly lied
that your husband is dead,
yet you want a favor?
I hear indoor golf centers are
the hottest place for affairs.
Honey, did you buy a bracelet?
Just because I don't
make an issue out of our past
doesn't mean we can be friends.
Subtitle translation
by: Eun-sook Yoon