Felicity Huffman, a longtime fan of medical dramas, accepted her role as Dr. Joan Ridley in season two of “Doc” due to its compelling writing. The series explores the challenges faced by Dr. Amy Larsen, who must rebuild her life after a brain injury, alongside the strong presence of Ridley as the new chief of internal medicine. Huffman appreciated the show’s focus on women in leadership roles within the medical field, reflecting her own experiences in the industry. Filming in Toronto allowed her to immerse herself in research and character development, deepening her understanding of the medical profession’s gender dynamics.
