"""Saint"" Elsewhere" was an American medical drama television series that aired on NBC from 1982 to 1988. It is notable for its realistic and often gritty portrayal of life in a struggling, underfunded hospital, St.%20Eligius%20Hospital (nicknamed "St. Elsewhere" because it was "elsewhere" from the prestigious hospitals usually depicted on TV).
The show featured a large ensemble cast and explored a wide range of medical and social issues. It was praised for its complex storylines, nuanced characters, and willingness to tackle difficult subjects. "St. Elsewhere" is also well-remembered for its surreal and often dreamlike qualities, culminating in its controversial series%20finale, which suggested the entire series was a figment of an autistic child's imagination. This ending remains one of the most debated in television history. The show influenced subsequent medical dramas with its realistic and character-driven approach. Key creative personnel included producers Bruce Paltrow, Mark Tinker and John Masius.