Fair rating?Doogie Howser, M.D.· Season 1 · Episode 6
Simply Irresistible
After a grueling 48-hour shift amid hothouse conditions, Doogie is tempted to switch loyalties to an upscale pediatrics group eager to woo him away from Eastman.
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#16In Season 1of 26 rated episodes
#75All-timeof 92 rated episodes
−0.3vs season avgSeason 1 averages 8.6
1989First airedOctober 18, 1989
Guest stars
Rif Huttonas Dr. Ron Welch
Lee Wilkofas Dr. Goring
Mark L. Tayloras Dr. Garreth PriceBrady Bluhmas Bobby Iger
Ebbe Roe Smithas SuspectEddie Torresas Hector Gonzales
Javi Muleroas Tony
Jarrett Lennonas Brandon TartikoffWanda Acunaas Maria Gonzales
Linda Gibboneyas Mrs. Iger
Bob Minoras Officer Reese
Lisa Fulleras KatieLisa Fulleras KellyRoger Nolanas Dr. Allen Brady
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Sheldon LarryDirector
Michael LazarouStory · Teleplay
Mitchel KatlinTeleplay
Nat BernsteinTeleplayShows like Doogie Howser, M.D.
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