19 things medical dramas tend to get wrong about the healthcare industry

2) Ignoring Specialities

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Medical dramas tend to show doctors performing all types of medical procedures and surgeries, regardless of their specialization. However, in real life, doctors are specialized, and they typically only perform procedures that are within their specialty. In the show Scrubs, Zach Braff's Dr. John "J.D." Dorian, often appears to do a wide range of activities from diagnosing to performing procedures that should only be done by specialists. By ignoring the importance of medical specialties, dramas can create an unrealistic portrayal of the healthcare industry.

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