: The primary suspect is a mysterious patient named Smolov—a man described as wearing a beard, dark glasses, and a hat—who was the last person seen with the doctor.
: A prominent oncologist, Arkady Zabelsky, is found strangled in a shower room during his workday. : The primary suspect is a mysterious patient
: A recurring theme in Season 20 is Shvetsova's evolving relationship with operative Oleg Platonov and her struggle to balance a demanding career with her personal life. the production quality has modernized
In this two-part investigation, Maria Shvetsova and her team face a complex case involving the medical community: : The primary suspect is a mysterious patient
: Viewers have noted that while the core procedural elements remain consistent, the production quality has modernized, though some long-time fans miss the grittier tone of earlier seasons.