Doogie Howser, M.D. — Season 4
There's a Riot Going On
The 1992 L.A. riots find trauma surgeon Doogie overwhelmed.
Look Ma, No Pants
Katherine can't stop playing mother to Doogie even after he dates her boss, whom he brings to the house for skinny-dipping.
Doogie Got a Gun
After the family is robbed, Doogie considers buying a gun, but he's haunted by memories of shooting victims he's treated.
Doogie Doesn't Live Here Anymore
Doogie hunts for new digs and finds a Venice Beach loft; and Vinnie must also find a new home when his parents divorce.
The Patient in Spite of Himself
A med-school project has Doogie and a fellow doctor posing as patients, being poked, prodded and probed to learn how to empathize with patients.
To Err is Human, to Give up Isn't a Bad Idea
Doogie faces his first solo surgery fearing he's not perfect; and Vinnie faces his first time voting.
Doogie, Can You Hear Me?
A hearing-impaired patient charms Doogie, who speaks her language by signing but may not be listening. She also offers creative inspiration for Vinnie's Chaplinesque film.
Nothing Compares 2 U
Doogie's ego takes a beating when a winsome nurse chooses Vinnie over him. Raymond also comes up short when comparing himself to other technicians.
Do the Right Thing ... If You Can Figure out What It Is
Doogie's heart tells him to do one thing, his head another in choosing the best candidate for a heart transplant; and Vinnie's dilemma involves a vulnerable Janine.
The Big Sleep ... Not!
Doogie holes up at the hospital on Thanksgiving Eve for some R&R, as does a new mother who feigns illness to get away from her family.
Will the Real Dr. Howser Please Stand Up
Doogie spots evidence of child abuse when his dad's friend brings in his injured son for care.
The Mother of All Fishing Trips
Doogie's mom makes a poor substitute as Doogie's fishing partner when Dr. Howser throws his back out and is at home being cared for by Vinnie.
Roommate with a View
Doogie learns a lesson about trusting the unknown from a free-spirited model sharing his loft, as does a kidney-transplant candidate.
Spell It M-A-N
A nurse Doogie's dating retaliates against his braggadocio by spreading rumors about him; Vinnie gets a new film-school dormmate.
It's a Tough Job ... But Why Does My Father Have to Do It?
Vinnie can't adjust to the masseuse his father is dating; Doogie's dad is asked to replace a doctor who expired while on duty.
The Adventures of Sherlock Howser
Doogie as Sherlock Holmes and Vinnie as Dr. Watson play out Doogie's confusion over Michele.
Love Means Constantly Having to Say You're Sorry
Laura makes Vinnie feel he's "become a man," but he reacts with adolescent jealousy to men around her. Meanwhile, a traveler's illness puzzles Doogie.
You've Come a Long Way, Baby-Sitter
Some things are better left unexplored, like Doogie's crush on his old baby sitter or Vinnie's dream of having a star read his script.
Love Makes the World go 'Round ... or is It Money?
A deposit error dumping $16,000 in Vinnie's account tests his integrity; and Doogie must prove his integrity to a girl with a crush on him.
Dorky Housecall, M.D.
Doogie bemoans his friendship-only status with Michele but finds inspiration on how to deal with it from an acerbic cartoonist patient.
Eleven Angry People ... and Vinnie
Jury member Vinnie tries to look beyond the letter of the law, as does Doogie, who uncovers a bogus doctor at Eastman.
What Makes Doogie Run
Doogie sees his gift of genius as more of a curse than a blessing as he seeks inspiration outside the world of medicine.