Vol. 2 No. 5 (2025), Articles
Vol. 2 No. 5 (2025)

TV DOCTOR

Articles
Published 2025-03-04
Asatullayev Rustam Baxtiyarovich
Scientific supervisor
Nortosheva Aziza
Student:
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Keywords

TV doctors, medical dramas, media influence, healthcare perception, fictional physicians, medical reality shows, doctor-patient relationships, medical ethics, public health education, television impact.

Abstract

Television has long been a powerful medium for shaping public perceptions of various professions, including the medical field. TV doctors, portrayed in fictional medical dramas, reality shows, and talk shows, influence viewers’ understanding of healthcare, medical ethics, and doctor-patient relationships. This paper explores the different categories of TV doctors, including fictional doctors in medical dramas, real-life medical professionals who have gained fame through television, and medical documentary programs. The impact of these portrayals on public perception, medical education, and healthcare expectations is also analyzed. The findings suggest that while TV doctors can inspire interest in the medical profession and provide health awareness, they may also contribute to misinformation and unrealistic expectations about medical practice.

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