[s1e7] 22 Steps Apr 2026

In The Good Doctor episode " 22 Steps " (S1E7), Dr. Shaun Murphy treats Liam, an autistic patient, by understanding his need for a 22-step routine to manage anxiety, while Dr. Jared Kalu helps a patient, Glen, choose to die on his own terms. Dr. Melendez defends Shaun's medical insight in a pivotal moment of professional growth for their relationship, and the episode explores themes of autism, misconceptions, and end-of-life care.

You can find in-depth recaps and analyses of this episode on the The Good Doctor Wiki and TV Tropes . The Good Doctor: Season 1, Episode 7: 22 Steps: Part One [S1E7] 22 Steps