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'''Gregory House''', [[MD]], is a fictional character and the protagonist of the [[American television series]] ''[[House (TV series)|House]]''. He is portrayed by actor [[Hugh Laurie]]. House is a [[diagnostician]] with a [[specialty]] in [[infectious disease]]s and [[nephrology]]. He is the head of the [[Department of Diagnostic Medicine]] at the fictional [[Princeton-Plainsboro Teaching Hospital]] in [[New Jersey]]. | '''Gregory House''', [[MD]], is a fictional character and the protagonist of the [[American television series]] ''[[House (TV series)|House]]''. He is portrayed by actor [[Hugh Laurie]]. House is a [[diagnostician]] with a [[specialty]] in [[infectious disease]]s and [[nephrology]]. He is the head of the [[Department of Diagnostic Medicine]] at the fictional [[Princeton-Plainsboro Teaching Hospital]] in [[New Jersey]]. | ||
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Latest revision as of 20:50, 27 February 2025
Gregory House, MD, is a fictional character and the protagonist of the American television series House. He is portrayed by actor Hugh Laurie. House is a diagnostician with a specialty in infectious diseases and nephrology. He is the head of the Department of Diagnostic Medicine at the fictional Princeton-Plainsboro Teaching Hospital in New Jersey.
Character Overview[edit]
Dr. Gregory House is known for his unconventional approach to medicine and his misanthropic attitude. Despite his antisocial tendencies, House is a brilliant diagnostician with a keen intellect and a razor-sharp wit. He often clashes with hospital administrators and his own team due to his unorthodox methods and disregard for hospital rules.
Personality[edit]
House is characterized by his cynicism, sarcasm, and blunt honesty. He is often seen as a medical genius who is willing to do whatever it takes to solve a case, even if it means breaking the rules. His addiction to pain medication, specifically Vicodin, is a recurring theme throughout the series, affecting both his personal and professional life.
Relationships[edit]
House has a complex relationship with his best friend, Dr. James Wilson, who is the head of the Oncology Department. Despite their frequent disagreements, Wilson is one of the few people who can tolerate House's behavior and often acts as his moral compass.
House also has a complicated relationship with his boss, Lisa Cuddy, the hospital's Dean of Medicine. Their relationship is marked by mutual respect, tension, and occasional romantic interest.
Medical Skills[edit]
House is renowned for his diagnostic skills and his ability to solve complex medical cases that have baffled other doctors. He often uses differential diagnosis to identify the underlying cause of a patient's symptoms. His approach is methodical and often involves ruling out various possibilities through a process of elimination.
Legacy[edit]
The character of Gregory House has been praised for his complexity and depth. He has become an iconic figure in television history, known for his brilliance and flaws. The series House has been credited with popularizing the medical drama genre and has inspired numerous other shows.
