Introduces House’s reliance on Vicodin, his cane, and the core philosophy that patients lie to protect themselves. Episode 2: "Paternity" Original Air Date: November 23, 2004
Acute naphthalene poisoning caused by termites eating through the walls of his bedroom.
The medical drama genre changed forever on November 16, 2004, when Fox premiered House M.D. Created by David Shore, the series introduced audiences to Dr. Gregory House—a misanthropic, vicodin-addicted diagnostic genius who despised his patients but loved solving their medical mysteries.
Paraneoplastic syndrome caused by an undiagnosed small-cell lung carcinoma. index of house m.d. season 1
Lucy, a schizophrenic mother who develops a deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.
– House’s ex-girlfriend, Stacy Warner, arrives asking him to save her new husband. Key Characters Dr. Gregory House: Lead Diagnostician; brilliant, cynical, and disabled. Dr. Eric Foreman:
Chief of Diagnostic Medicine. He specializes in infectious diseases and nephrology. Dr. House operates under the fundamental thesis that "everybody lies," using unorthodox methods to solve cases while battling chronic leg pain. Introduces House’s reliance on Vicodin, his cane, and
Serves as the primary antagonistic force of the season, representing corporate greed against medical truth. Critical Reception and Legacy
– A legendary jazz musician signs a "Do Not Resuscitate" order, which House promptly ignores.
House must overcome his lingering heartbreak and jealousy to save the man who replaced him. The finale sets up Stacy's recurring role in Season 2. Major Character Arcs & Themes in Season 1 The Mechanics of the Diagnostic Team Created by David Shore, the series introduced audiences
Cadmium poisoning caused by smoking illicit marijuana grown near an industrial site, complicated by unauthorized use of anabolic steroids.
House faces major legal backlash from Cuddy and the patient's lawyer for ignoring the DNR, though his medical arrogance ultimately restores the man's ability to play music. Episode 10: "Histories" Original Air Date: February 8, 2005