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The Fox medical drama "The Resident" has garnered massive popularity over the past few seasons! A show full of characters working tirelessly to make a difference! The most beloved one may just be the main character who keeps fans coming back, Conrad Hawkins!
Conrad Hawkins, played by Matt Czuchry, is a talented doctor and while many see his arrogant, blunt ways, that's all part of this interesting and entertaining character.
He isn't a run-of-the-mill doctor. It's why everyone adores him! We will dig into all the intriguing elements, the details and the fascinating bits that many may not even know about.
Conrad Hawkins, may have a very large, seemingly ego-inflated, sense of self but he has the amazing talent and knowledge that back it all up. So if you see him being self-confident it's not just a cocky display but that confidence comes from knowing how good he is at his work. He can even make sure he beats every other doctor in this exciting drama! And in season 3 of the show fans learn how amazing he really is. We see what makes him such a sought after and talented diagnostician.
There isn't a great deal about his childhood but that doesn't mean that it's not important or has some major connections!
Fans of this series know he was in the "Marine Corps as a Medical Corpsman.
He got to witness something truly remarkable as well. It even changed his entire life. Conrad Hawkins got to watch as a "doctor" saved a young child in a major car accident. It's an extraordinary experience! We see it play out! One that was so powerful and life changing that it guided him in becoming this hero doctor he now is!
Even in the most intense scenarios, Conrad knows how to handle things! What gives this character his serious vibe is the fact that he spent time in the Marines as a medical corpsman. It doesn't just give him this air, though! There is a lot to unpack! He managed to save the lives of several people and worked tirelessly to ensure his fellow service members received medical help.
That helps to really bring home his love of the work!
And as if being a Marine was not enough to make him remarkable He has learned valuable lessons from being in the military that gives this talented doctor a unique and valuable life skill he carries on.
Hawkins does everything he can, all day long in the world of medicine but that isn't enough. He loves helping people! His dedication goes even beyond the operating room, or even treating those at Chastain Park Memorial Hospital. It comes down to helping people!
In an episode called "Stuck as Foretold" in season 2 of The Resident, fans get to see Hawkins take on another role.
"The Resident," takes audiences to the south, specifically Atlanta. If you are a fan of medical shows it's clear the setting adds to its greatness!
This helps us to understand who he is outside of the intense moments at the Chastain Park Memorial Hospital.
Conrad is not afraid to take some bold, drastic action! When it comes down to making the best choices for the sake of a patient's care he really shines. You see, Conrad Hawkins knows he is capable of great things! In the initial season of The Resident, we get to see some instances where he isn't afraid to go outside of what's considered normal or legal boundaries.
The series has many amazing story lines, but one is the time Conrad had to treat a patient. This patient, in order to be healed, had to have a heart transplant and there wasn't an ideal opportunity in time.
To get his job back he did another major moment where his intelligence stood out.
Fans got a taste of what makes him one of the most entertaining characters to see. It turns out that there are other cases, that really make this clear! Conrad's charm, smarts, and his passion helped bring him into some power, as he takes charge and works to fight for those around him. These intense moments in The Resident, made the series such an enjoyable watch and really left a long lasting impression.
It appears Hawkins has found love at times. This was an incredibly moving, romantic and often dramatic moment for the series.
Even if you may think the drama only surrounded those two, there are other aspects! We got to find out what made Conrad Hawkins so complicated as a character, Catherine Loy. They were an awesome pair! They got engaged and she was a major presence.
Conrad Hawkins isn't a character that doesn't know how to flirt, or impress people, however he has a lot going on, but with his past experiences there's something a lot more deeper to this! What seems like he has it all, he lacks an emotional connection!
Hawkins really made viewers connect to the story of why he was able to fight back and try to keep "Nic" safe! Even with that amazing feat, his lack of a connection could even cause issues in his life and show why he didn't want a long-term relationship!
Conrad Hawkins may seem as if he would never get involved in anything outside of saving people or the intense moments he has as a doctor. That wasn't truly Conrad Hawkins. Fans of the show see him, go from that anti-establishment type, and transform himself. He realized the hospital was more political than ever! And it shows in the powerful moments, where he was really fighting to become a chief medical resident!
The hospital, wasn't just the one challenge that he needed to overcome.
If you love a good medical drama then chances are it will also have an element of mystery! Medical mystery, to be specific!
In "The Resident," we've been able to see the unique skill Hawkins had that involved detective work! You might have missed one of these amazing, compelling subplots.
It was clear that Hawkins wasn't just capable, but amazing! The series really emphasizes these cool traits and shows that this talented doctor is capable of finding the clues that matter!
Conrad has had some big life moments as he had been in the military as a corpsman and been at this great, life-changing job as a doctor! These events led him to make some major choices about the meaning in his life, as his two big tattoos are the most prominent in the show.
These are powerful tattoos that represent the values that Hawkins has in his life.
These amazing additions are some of the big statements, showcasing that there's so much more to this character and a great tribute to his life. These are truly one of a kind!
Hawkins has made his impact in this series!
There are a few reasons why he stands out.
"The Resident" brought this complex character to light, and in doing so gave fans, one of those special doctors that you love to root for!