The Doctor's Dilemma

"The Doctor's Dilemma" by George Bernard Shaw explores the ethical challenges faced by a physician deciding who should receive a life-saving treatment. Dr. B incorrects a patient’s belief he is the best doctor but faces a moral conflict: should he save a talented artist with questionable morals or a deserving but less talented individual? The play examines tensions between medical morals, personal integrity, and societal values, questioning whether great talent justifies sacrificing ethical principles, and highlighting the complex, often conflicting responsibilities doctors face in making life-and-death decisions.