I intially wrote my thoughts about Dr. Jin in the early stages of this drama. Even though some do not appreciate the serious tone of this drama–it is an enlightening look at politics and medicine 150 years ago. This drama is not light in its approach or intent. It is a political statement on the climate and circumstances of the time-frame although with this writer’s interpretation of historical facts.  Adapted from a Japanese manga format–some elements have been changed but the underlying theme of the nobles against the commoners is there.

The following excerpt retrieved from the world wide web via Wikipedia states:

“Jin Hyuk is a gifted neurosurgeon who was born into a family of doctors. His success rate in surgery hovers at 100%, with his ability to quickly analyze any situation and extremely steady hands. Due to his personal pursuit of perfection, he has a cold attitude and lacks compassion. He is planning to propose to his beloved girlfriend Yoo Mi-na, when after an argument, Mi-na gets into an accident and lapses into a coma.

After surgically removing a fetus-shaped tumor from a patient’s brain, a mysterious power causes Jin Hyuk to travel 150 years back in time to the year 1860 during the Joseon Dynasty, when medical technology was still in its infant stages. He begins treating people of the era, but the lack of necessary implements and rudimentary medical knowledge of the period forces him to develop medical devices and medicine by himself, and seek new ways to aid the sick. Through this challenging process and with the help of young noblewoman Young-rae (who looks exactly like Mi-na), Jin Hyuk becomes a true doctor.”

Simply said–this drama is an adaptation of a compelling situation that reflects the changes that were occurring at this dawn of the modern era of medicine in the Oriental world. Of course, Dr. Jin would not have been there in reality so this is a what if? scenario that is unfolding.

I am fascinated by the professional acting that I see here, including Jaejoong’s interpretation of his role as a soldier caught between his family and his conscience. Prayerfully, the writer will allow this character to mature and to truly make a difference. His heart is not in his work, it is with Young-Rae.

You have to ask whether the original intent of Time Slip Dr.Jin was to express political opinions; to journal medical advances to come; or to simply explore time-travel and parallel universe theories. It is all three.  Either way, it is a fascinating story-line that I hope people will understand and continue to embrace. Where will this adaptation take the characters. “Time will tell’.

Momma Cha  @ jyjfantalk

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