(Christian Slater): An outspoken and impulsive vascular surgeon who is quick to identify Duntsch's actions as "butchery".
Together, Henderson and Kirby begin an investigation that reveals a trail of medical malpractice and a healthcare system more focused on protecting itself from liability than protecting its patients. Production and Background "Dr. Death" Diplos(2021)
(Alec Baldwin): A meticulous and seasoned vascular surgeon. : The series is based on the Wondery
: The series is based on the Wondery podcast of the same name, which chronicled the true story of Christopher Duntsch's crimes in Dallas. "Dr. Death" Diplos(2021)
: In addition to Jackson, Baldwin, and Slater, the episode features Kelly Kirklyn as Dorothy Burke.
The premiere introduces (played by Joshua Jackson), a charismatic but dangerously incompetent neurosurgeon whose surgical outcomes were consistently disastrous. The episode contrasts Duntsch’s self-assured persona with the horrific results of his procedures, establishing the central conflict: how could a doctor continue to maim and kill patients for years without being stopped? Key Players in the Pursuit of Justice
"Diplos" sets the stage for the two main protagonists who take it upon themselves to stop Duntsch: