Strong Medicine 2000
“Hope in every heartbeat.”
What is Strong Medicine?
Strong Medicine is an American medical drama series that aired on the Lifetime network from July 23, 2000, to February 5, 2006. The program was created by Tammy Ader and Whoopi Goldberg.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2000
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 132
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Jul 23, 2000
- Last aired
- Feb 5, 2006
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- Lifetime
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
Where to watch
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Overview
Strong Medicine is an American medical drama series that aired on the Lifetime network from July 23, 2000, to February 5, 2006. The program was created by Tammy Ader and Whoopi Goldberg. The narrative focuses on the lives of the staff at the Rittenhouse Women's Health Clinic, which is located within a fictitious hospital in Philadelphia. The series explores themes of feminist politics, health issues, and class conflict. The cast includes Rosa Blasi, Jenifer Lewis, Josh Coxx, and Philip Casnoff. Joe Napolitano is credited as a director for the show. Throughout its run, the series featured guest appearances, such as an episode featuring Academy Award-winning actress Rita Moreno, who portrayed a street doctor. The show concluded its broadcast history in 2006 after six years on the air. As a medical drama, the program centered on the clinical practice and personal experiences of the professionals working within the women's health facility.
Should you watch it?
“Two doctors navigate medical challenges and social issues at a Philadelphia women's health clinic.”
- focus on women's health issues
- exploration of class conflict
- strong ensemble cast
- features dated medical drama tropes
- heavy focus on social politics
Watch it if you enjoy medical dramas that prioritize social themes and feminist perspectives.
The series addresses mature health issues and social conflicts appropriate for adult audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 22 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Pilot Jul 23, 2000
- E2 Preexisting Conditions Jul 30, 2000
- E3 Misconceptions Aug 6, 2000
- E4 Second Look Aug 13, 2000
- E5 Performance Anxiety Aug 20, 2000
- E6 Drug Interactions Aug 27, 2000
- E7 Do No Harm Sep 3, 2000
- E8 Miracle Cure Sep 10, 2000
- E9 Dependency Oct 8, 2000
- E10 BRCA1 Oct 15, 2000
- E11 BRCA2 Oct 15, 2000
- E12 Brainchild Oct 29, 2000
- E13 Second Opinion Dec 3, 2000
- E14 Side Effects Dec 10, 2000
- E15 Blessed Events Dec 17, 2000
- E16 Fix Jan 7, 2001
- E17 Maternity Jan 14, 2001
- E18 Complications Jan 21, 2001
- E19 Childcare Feb 18, 2001
- E20 Drugstore Cowgirl Feb 25, 2001
- E21 Wednesday Night Fever Mar 4, 2001
- E22 Mortality Mar 11, 2001
Season 2 · 22 episodes
- E1 Donors Jul 15, 2001
- E2 Adverse Reactions Jul 22, 2001
- E3 Gray Matter Jul 29, 2001
- E4 History Aug 5, 2001
- E5 Attachments Aug 12, 2001
- E6 Relief Aug 19, 2001
- E7 Impaired Aug 26, 2001
- E8 Rebirth Sep 9, 2001
- E9 Control Group Sep 16, 2001
- E10 Zol Zein Gezint Oct 7, 2001
- E11 Systemic Oct 14, 2001
- E12 Accidents Oct 21, 2001
- E13 Silent Epidemic Nov 11, 2001
- E14 Hot Flash Nov 18, 2001
- E15 Bloodwork Dec 2, 2001
- E16 Black 'n' Flu Dec 9, 2001
- E17 Precautions Jan 6, 2002
- E18 Shock Jan 13, 2002
- E19 Type and Cross Jan 20, 2002
- E20 Rape Kit Feb 17, 2002
- E21 Trauma Feb 24, 2002
- E22 Recovery Time Mar 3, 2002
Season 3 · 22 episodes
- E1 Positive Jul 21, 2002
- E2 Outcomes Jul 28, 2002
- E3 Stages Aug 4, 2002
- E4 Heartbeat Aug 11, 2002
- E5 Compassionate Release Aug 18, 2002
- E6 Discharged Aug 25, 2002
- E7 Admissions Sep 8, 2002
- E8 Contraindications Sep 15, 2002
- E9 Family History Oct 6, 2002
- E10 House Calls Oct 13, 2002
- E11 Flesh and Blood Oct 20, 2002
- E12 Blush Nov 10, 2002
- E13 Deterioration Nov 17, 2002
- E14 Poison Dec 8, 2002
- E15 The Philadelphia Chromosome Dec 15, 2002
- E16 PMS, Lies and Red Tape Jan 5, 2003
- E17 Orders Jan 12, 2003
- E18 Blocked Lines Jan 19, 2003
- E19 Intensive Care Feb 16, 2003
- E20 Addicted to Love Feb 23, 2003
- E21 Degeneration Mar 9, 2003
- E22 Risk Mar 16, 2003
Season 4 · 22 episodes
- E1 The Hero Heart Jun 15, 2003
- E2 Emergency Contacts Jun 22, 2003
- E3 Heartbeats and Deadbeats Jun 29, 2003
- E4 Rash Decisions Jul 6, 2003
- E5 Breathing Lessons Jul 13, 2003
- E6 Misdiagnosis Murder Jul 20, 2003
- E7 Vaccinations Jul 27, 2003
- E8 Temperature's Rising Aug 10, 2003
- E9 Speculum for a Heavyweight Aug 17, 2003
- E10 Bad Liver Sep 7, 2003
- E11 Maternal Mirrors Sep 14, 2003
- E12 Jeaneology Oct 5, 2003
- E13 Skin Oct 12, 2003
- E14 Love and Let Die Nov 2, 2003
- E15 Coming Clean Nov 9, 2003
- E16 Prescriptions Dec 7, 2003
- E17 Seize the Day Dec 14, 2003
- E18 Ears, Ho's and Threat Jan 11, 2004
- E19 Weights and Measures Jan 18, 2004
- E20 The Real World Rittenhouse Jan 25, 2004
- E21 Identity Crisis Feb 8, 2004
- E22 Quarantine Feb 15, 2004
Season 5 · 22 episodes
- E1 Positive Results Jun 13, 2004
- E2 Touched by an Idol Jun 20, 2004
- E3 Omissions Jun 27, 2004
- E4 Cape Cancer Jul 11, 2004
- E5 Fractured Jul 18, 2004
- E6 Goodbye Slash Rest in Peace Jul 25, 2004
- E7 Healing Touch Aug 1, 2004
- E8 Bleeding Heart Aug 8, 2004
- E9 Prophylactic Measures Aug 15, 2004
- E10 Life in the Balance Aug 22, 2004
- E11 Like Cures Like Sep 26, 2004
- E12 Cinderella in Scrubs Oct 3, 2004
- E13 Body Mass Increase Oct 10, 2004
- E14 Selective Breeding Oct 17, 2004
- E15 A Dose of Reality Oct 24, 2004
- E16 Graft Oct 31, 2004
- E17 Code Dec 5, 2004
- E18 Virgin Birth Dec 12, 2004
- E19 Foreign Bodies Jan 9, 2005
- E20 First Response Jan 16, 2005
- E21 Implants, Transplants, and Cuban Aunts Jan 23, 2005
- E22 Cutting The Cord Jan 30, 2005
Frequently asked questions
What is the setting of the show?
The series is set at the Rittenhouse Women's Health Clinic within a fictitious hospital in Philadelphia.
When did the show air?
The series aired on Lifetime from July 23, 2000, to February 5, 2006.
Who created the series?
The show was created by Tammy Ader and Whoopi Goldberg.
Who are some of the main cast members?
The show stars Rosa Blasi, Jenifer Lewis, Josh Coxx, and Philip Casnoff.
Does the show feature guest stars?
Yes, the series features guest stars such as Academy Award-winning actress Rita Moreno.