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Season 5 of Chicago Med premiered on September 25, 2019. This season consisted of twenty episodes.

The show was officially renewed for a fifth season by NBC on February 26, 2019. This season was originally scheduled to have 23 episodes, but this was cut back to twenty due to the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic.

Cast[]

Main Cast[]

Recurring Cast[]

Episode List[]

# Image Title Airdate Summary
5x01
Never Going Back to Normal (1)
Never Going Back to Normal September 25, 2019 Will and Natalie battle for their lives after a car accident. An investigation is launched following the suspicious death of Cornelius Rhodes. Maggie receives life-changing news. Dr. Charles cuts his honeymoon short to tend to a patient.
5x02
We're Lost in the Dark (1)
We're Lost in the Dark October 02, 2019 A power outage at Med puts multiple patients at risk and tests the skills of the staff and their enthusiastic med students; Natalie returns following her traumatic brain injury; Ethan and April wonder if a family is in their future.
5x03
In the Valley of the Shadows (1)
In the Valley of the Shadows October 09, 2019 Dr. Choi and Dr. Charles have difficult decisions to make as a dying man tries to preserve his life with a controversial scientific method. Dr. Marcel and April clash over how to handle a mysterious patient.
5x04
Infection- Part II (1)
Infection, Part II October 16, 2019 The entire population of an apartment complex is forced into quarantine when multiple cases of a flesh-eating bacteria are discovered. The Chicago P.D. Intelligence Unit chases a lead that could point to a case of bioterrorism, while multiple patients succumb to the disease. Dr. Halstead works closely with a representative from the CDC and doctors from the involved university lab, putting him dangerously close to the suspect. Meanwhile, Goodwin deals with the press.
5x05
Got a Friend in Me (1)
Got a Friend in Me October 23, 2019 Dr. Choi and Dr. Marcel don't see eye to eye over the treatment of a patient's chronic pain. Rumors circulate about Maggie. Dr. Manning works to help a young boy, but she is challenged by his parents, who believe in only using holistic remedies.
5x06
It's All in the Family (1)
It's All in the Family October 30, 2019 Dr. Manning's actions with a recent patient lead to serious repercussions. April and Noah disagree over a patient who is injured after a beating. Dr. Charles is visited by a childhood friend with a surprising revelation.
5x07
Who Knows What Tomorrow Brings (1)
Who Knows What Tomorrow Brings November 06, 2019 Dr. Charles and Dr. Halstead sink their teeth into a bloodthirsty case. Dr. Marcel and Maggie throw a traditional craw-fish boil for the staff. A new relationship blossoms while another is left on rocky ground.
5x08
Too Close to the Sun (1)
Too Close to the Sun November 13, 2019 Maggie gets unsettling news about a new friend and breaks protocol to support him; one of the doctors from the Med family is rushed into emergency surgery after a violent assault; a social media influencer lets his users vote on medical advice.
5x09
I Can’t Imagine the Future (1)
I Can’t Imagine the Future November 20, 2019 April receives unfortunate news that makes her question her future with Ethan. Dr. Charles and Maggie see tough times on the horizon. Natalie's memory from the accident starts to return.
5x10
Guess it Doesn't Matter Anymore (1)
Guess It Doesn't Matter Anymore January 08, 2020 A former patient of Dr. Halstead's resurfaces. Upon Ethan's return, April deals with telling the truth or keeping her secret. Dr. Charles deals with the death of his wife.
5x11
The Ground Shifts Beneath Us (1)
The Ground Shifts Beneath Us January 15, 2020 After a major accident at O'Hare, the E.D. is concerned one of their own is in mortal danger. Will's proposal for a safe injection site goes to the board for consideration. Natalie and Goodwin become concerned for Gwen.
5x12
Leave the Choice to Solomon (1)
Leave the Choice to Solomon January 22, 2020 The team deals with the aftermath of a school bus crash. Dr. Charles worries Dr. Halstead is putting his medical license in jeopardy. Maggie helps a friend in need.
5x13
Pain is For the Living (1)
Pain Is for the Living February 05, 2020 Two brothers in critical condition are rushed into the hospital by their parents, leaving Dr. Choi, April and Dr. Charles to tend to their care and left to piece together what actually transpired. Dr. Manning becomes suspicious of a new mother entering the E.D. Dr. Halstead's tireless activities at the safe injection site start to take a toll on his work.
5x14
It May Not Be Forever (1)
It May Not Be Forever February 12, 2020 Dr. Manning and Dr. Marcel disagree over an abusive husband. Dr. Halstead struggles with ethics and his decision to work at the safe injection site. Dr. Charles and Elsa reveal a misdiagnosis that may change a family's life.
5x15
I Will Do No Harm (1)
I Will Do No Harm February 26, 2020 Dr. Charles and Dr. Manning treat a patient who is fully invested in pretending to be someone other than himself. Noah begins to doubt his abilities as a doctor. Dr. Marcel and Dr. Choi are faced with a tough ethical decision. Dr. Halstead puts his faith in an addict.
5x16
Who Should Be the Judge (1)
Who Should Be the Judge March 04, 2020 A convicted murderer's escape hits close to home when several members of the team find themselves in danger. Dr. Charles and Dr. Halstead continue to clash over patient treatment plans. Dr. Choi and April discover the truth about a patient's scam. Maggie finally receives some good news.
5x17
The Ghosts of the Past (1)
The Ghosts of the Past March 18, 2020 Dr. Manning and Dr. Charles assist in a complicated case helping a 4-year old who they quickly learn is no stranger to the ED. Dr. Marcel and Dr. Choi tend to a police officer with a mysterious gunshot wound to the abdomen. Relationships are put to the test as secrets are revealed.
5x18
In the Name of Love (1)
In the Name of Love March 25, 2020 Dr. Charles and Goodwin fear Dr. Halstead is repeating his past mistakes when a patient with early-onset Alzheimer's is brought into the E.D. Maggie and Ben become concerned when one of Ben's students is admitted. Dr. Manning and Dr. Marcel treat a terminally ill patient and disagree over the best course of action.
5x19
Just a River in Egypt (1)
Just a River in Egypt April 08, 2020 Dr. Charles evaluates a 15-year old who is brought into the E.D. after an apparent fall off an overpass. Will sides with Dr. Asher on a risky treatment plan. Tensions run high between Dr. Choi and Dr. Marcel.
5x20
A Needle in the Heart (1)
A Needle in the Heart April 15, 2020 Crockett is visited by two New Orleans detectives who have questions about his past. Dr. Choi puts his life in danger to save a child. Dr. Charles gives fatherly advice to his young daughter.

Notes and Trivia[]

  • Every episode in Season 5 has a five-word title.

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