Korean dramas are known for their fascinating storytelling and intriguing plots. Actual events and numbers inspire many of them. These dramas not only entertain, they bring about a reality that educates, breaks out, and inspires viewers. Check out five must-see Korean medical dramas based on the actual events and diagrams below.
6 Korean medical dramas have influenced real events and numbers
. “Heo Joon” (Heo Jun)
- director: Lee Byung Hoon
- Screenwriter: Choi Wan Kyo
- Main cast: Jun Kwan Lyle, Hwang Soo Jung
- network: MBC
- year: 1999-2000
Historical K-drama “Fusion” It tells the story of Hoong, a famous doctor of the Hoo Jung dynasty. He is recognized for his work at Dongui Bogam, a medical knowledge covering internal and external medicine, acupuncture, and a variety of illnesses.
Hoong is the son of a closed room and governor of the Pyongyang region in northern South Korea and leads smuggling activities. After being caught up in illegal activities, his father sent him and his mother to the Kyoto area of southern Korea.
At his new location, he met Dr. Yuz. He was also acknowledged Heo Jon’s talent in medicine. With Dr. Yu’s guidance, his life has dramatically changed from a troubled past to a doctor of King Sung Jo and King Gwangagun.
2. “The Jewel of the Palace” (“Great Jangeum”)
- director: Lee Byung Hoon
- Screenwriter: Kim Young Hoon
- Main cast: Lee Young AE, Jin Hee, Hong RI.
- network: MBC
- year: 2003-2004
Classic historical drama “The Jewel of the Palace” It captivates Korean and foreign audiences with compelling stories. The story follows Zhang Ge-uum, the first woman recognized as the ultimate royal physician.
The drama centers around Changgeum’s turbulent life, exploring her struggles and achievements in a male-dominated society.
Changeum comes from low-class families and often faces serious social discrimination. She works as a chef in the royal kitchen before being exiled to Jeju and studying medicine. Through determination, she becomes the royal doctor in charge of the king. For her achievements, the king gives her the title “Great Zhang Gem.”
3.. “Jejungwon”
- director: Hongchan Wook
- Screenwriter: Lee Ki won
- Main cast: Han Hae Jin, Park Yong Woo, Yong Jung Hoon
- network: SB
- year: 2010
“Jejoong Won” It was held in the last year of the hot spring dynasty from the late 19th century to the early 20th century. It depicts the founding and early years of Jaejoong Won, the first modern western hospital of the Joseong dynasty. King Go-jeong founded Jaejoong in 1885 at the suggestion of American missionary Dr. Horace Newton Allen.
The story follows the journey of Hwang Jung, who grew up in a poor economic background, and later became a freedom warrior and the first surgeon in Korea.
4. “Guam Ho Jun” (Guam Ho Jun)
- director: Kim Keen Hong, Kwon Sung Chan
- Screenwriter: Choi Wan Kyo
- Main cast: Kim Joo Hyuk, Park Jin Hee, Namgong Min, Park Eun Bin
- network: MBC
- year: 2013
“Guam Horn” It is also known as “Ha Jun, the original story.” It tells the story of Heo Jon, an important Korean figure.
Guam is Hoon’s pen name. He wrote Dongguy Bo-Gham’s popular book, “Ha Jun, Original Story,” about traditional Korean medicine in Korean. This book is registered as a memory of the UNESCO world.
. “Daily dosing sunlight”
- director: Lee Jae Gyoo
- Screenwriter: Lee Nam Gyu, Kim Da Hee
- Main cast: Park Bo Young, Yong Woo Jin, Jang Dong Yoon, Lee Jung Eun
- network: Netflix
- year: 2023
One of the best K-dramas of 2023 time, “Daily dosing sunlight” It’s different from other medical K dramas. Adapted from the popular webtoon“I’ll be in the mental ward again in the morning.” The medical K-drama story focuses on psychiatry, as it highlights mental and emotional health based on the true experiences of true psychiatric nurses.
The story continues with Yun Dawun, a nurse who has been transferred to the school of neuropsychiatry. She aims to help patients and provide positivity to those around her. But she faces unexpected challenges.
6. “Trauma Code: Phone Hero” (“Severe Trauma Center”)
- director: Lee does Yun
- Screenwriter: Choi Tae Kang
- Main cast: Ju Ji Hoon, Choo Young Woo, Ha Young, Yoon Kyung Ho, Jung Jae Kwang
- network: Netflix
- year: 2025
“Trauma Code: Phone Hero” This is the latest Korean medical drama of 2025. The Netflix series is live adaptation of the popular webtoon “Severe Trauma Center: Golden Hour” Hansan Lee Lee GA (Dr. Lee Nack John). The web novel was inspired by Lee Kuk Jong’s autobiographical professor Eesay “Golden Hour.”
The story follows Baek Gang Hyuk, a genius trauma surgeon with extensive experience in conflict zones, appointed new chief of the University Hospital’s severe trauma team. He is working with his first student, nurse Jung Chang-mi and anesthesiology resident Park Kyung Won. However, his efforts to recover from the harsh trauma team and save more lives were hampered by the hospital’s financial restrictions.
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