Shaun is an autistic doctor whose unique way of looking at the world enables him to find novel solutions to the most perplexing medical problems. He struggles socially as a result of his neurodivergence.

Shaun Murphy Quotes

Shaun: I would like to join your case.
Lim: Are you sure? You might not want this as fhe first case you want to take as a new father.
Shaun: Yes. It will be an interesting and challenging surgery,

Shaun: There are alarms for his feedings and naps.
Lea: In case I miss the schedules that are posted on the fridge? Shaun, Steve and I will be fine. Don't worry about us. Just enjoy your first day back.

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The Good Doctor Quotes

Asher: We'd have to remove her uterus and they're starting a family.
Shaun: She won't be able to have a baby if she's dead.

Olivia: I never wanted to be a doctor. But every time I tried to say so my parents and professors and you pushed me and encouraged me til I backed down. So I knew if I got fired, there was no way you could pep-talk me back into a career I don't want.
Andrews: Livvie...
Olivia: I don't want to be important or successful. I just want to be myself. But I don't even know who that is. So the only way I can find out is if I burn my bridges behind me.