New Heart (South Korean TV Series)
New Heart (Korean: 뉴하트) is a South Korean medical drama series that aired on MBC from December 12, 2007, to February 28, 2008. The series consists of 23 episodes and was broadcast on Wednesday and Thursday nights at 21:55.
Premise
The series explores the high-pressure environment of a cardiothoracic surgery department. It highlights the professional and personal challenges faced by surgeons who work in a field often perceived as demanding and dangerous. The narrative follows young doctors who, despite the declining status of their specialty and the intense stress of their work, remain committed to the Hippocratic Oath and the preservation of human life.
Cast
The series features an ensemble cast portraying various medical professionals within the hospital setting.
- Ji Sung as Lee Eun-Sung
- Kim Min-Jung as Nam Hye-Suk
- Cho Jae-Hyun as Choi Kang-Gook
- Lee Ji-Hoon as Lee Dong-Kwon
- Jang Hyun-Sung as Kim Tae-Joon
- Sung Dong-Il as Lee Soong-Jae
- Park Chul-Min as Bae Dae-Ro
Production
The series was directed by Park Hong-Kyun and Lee Min-Woo, with a screenplay written by Hwang Eun-Kyung. It was produced for the MBC network.