Doctor X Surgeon Michiko Daimon

A desperately understaffed university hospital recruits Michiko Daimon, a first-rate freelance surgeon with a disdain for authority.

A high profile executive is admitted to Michiko's hospital. While others treat him as a VIP, Michiko struggles to hide her contempt for his attitude.

A chef admitted to hospital with esophageal cancer cooks the doctors her signature dish, but Michiko doesn't mince words in telling her it's awful.

Skilled surgeon Hideki Kaji appears on TV to showcase the hospital's so-called super doctors. The hospital president and his staff like what they see.

A young girl pleads with Michiko to perform surgery on her leg. But the girl isn't her patient and Michiko isn't exactly the best with children.

A woman who claims she saved the life of Michiko's father a decade ago appears out of the blue. What could her reasons be for seeking out Michiko?

Chief Surgeon Torii is diagnosed with cancer and Michiko warns that he's in a race against time. Regardless, Torii continues working as hard as ever.

Michiko heads Torii's cancer surgery with Kaji and Morimoto assisting. Professor Teshigawara joins the crowd of press watching from the amphitheater.