Doogie Howser, M.D.: Season 1, Episode 6

Simply Irresistible (18 Oct. 1989)

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Frustrated with the strict policies, long shifts and stressful atmosphere of Eastman, Doogie gets a lucrative offer from a group of doctors from an upscale Brentwood hospital and seriously considers taking it.

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Dr. David Howser (as James B. Sikking)
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Roger Nolan ...
Dr. Allen Brady
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Dr. Garreth Price
Lisa Fuller ...
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Javi Mulero ...
Tony
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Gil Serna ...
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Frustrated with the strict policies, long shifts and stressful atmosphere of Eastman, Doogie gets a lucrative offer from a group of doctors from an upscale Brentwood hospital and seriously considers taking it.

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