TV-Series
Description
Kiyoshi Shindō operates as a highly skilled back-alley doctor within the underground world, treating patients who shun mainstream hospitals. A top medical school graduate rejecting conventional practice, he is motivated solely by financial gain. His services demand upfront payment: monthly retainers start at ¥100,000 (~742 USD), and specific treatments, such as ankle care, cost ¥30,000 (~222 USD). He refuses patients unable to pay, directing them to public hospitals, and dismisses humanitarian appeals. His philosophy prioritizes monetary compensation above all moral judgments, treating politicians, criminals, and high-status individuals equally if they meet his fees. Confidentiality is absolute; he never discloses patient information, even to law enforcement investigating crimes.
Despite his mercenary nature, Shindō possesses significant medical competence. He handles complex cases other hospitals refuse, utilizing limited resources effectively. He claims expertise across all medical fields except dentistry and emphasizes efficiency, resolving issues like Rei Izumi's ankle injury within minutes, justifying his high fees in his view. He maintains physical fitness through bodybuilding, believing a healthy appearance fosters patient trust, and occasionally competes with Kirishima Koya, a Kujo family bodyguard.
Contradicting his cold exterior, Shindō secretly harbors a fondness for cute things, though pride prevents him from admitting it. He demonstrates pragmatic willingness to form temporary alliances when financially beneficial. For instance, he collaborated with narcotics investigator Rei Izumi to pursue Masashi Takasuda, a patient who fled without paying, but only after confirming shared interests in preventing Takasuda's escape from Japan. His professional relationships include serving as the private physician for Soma Kujo, head of the Kujo family, indicating trusted access to powerful underworld figures. He interacts regularly with Kujo affiliates like Kirishima and Kaname Yamazaki, often displaying irritation with Kirishima's behavior while tolerating him due to their connection to Kujo.
Physically, Shindō is 184 cm tall with black hair and grey eyes. His name, "Kiyoshi" (清志 - clear/pure + will/purpose) "Shindō" (新堂 - new hall), reflects aspects of his character. He is 29 years old, born May 8. Within narratives, he functions as an obstacle or reluctant ally to authorities. His knowledge of underworld patients makes him a potential informant, though he only shares information if it serves his financial interests, as seen when leveraging Rei's investigation to recover debts from Takasuda. His backstory includes incidents reinforcing his worldview, such as demanding ¥50 million (~$365,000 USD) for life-saving surgery from a desperate college student and criticizing her inability to pay.
Despite his mercenary nature, Shindō possesses significant medical competence. He handles complex cases other hospitals refuse, utilizing limited resources effectively. He claims expertise across all medical fields except dentistry and emphasizes efficiency, resolving issues like Rei Izumi's ankle injury within minutes, justifying his high fees in his view. He maintains physical fitness through bodybuilding, believing a healthy appearance fosters patient trust, and occasionally competes with Kirishima Koya, a Kujo family bodyguard.
Contradicting his cold exterior, Shindō secretly harbors a fondness for cute things, though pride prevents him from admitting it. He demonstrates pragmatic willingness to form temporary alliances when financially beneficial. For instance, he collaborated with narcotics investigator Rei Izumi to pursue Masashi Takasuda, a patient who fled without paying, but only after confirming shared interests in preventing Takasuda's escape from Japan. His professional relationships include serving as the private physician for Soma Kujo, head of the Kujo family, indicating trusted access to powerful underworld figures. He interacts regularly with Kujo affiliates like Kirishima and Kaname Yamazaki, often displaying irritation with Kirishima's behavior while tolerating him due to their connection to Kujo.
Physically, Shindō is 184 cm tall with black hair and grey eyes. His name, "Kiyoshi" (清志 - clear/pure + will/purpose) "Shindō" (新堂 - new hall), reflects aspects of his character. He is 29 years old, born May 8. Within narratives, he functions as an obstacle or reluctant ally to authorities. His knowledge of underworld patients makes him a potential informant, though he only shares information if it serves his financial interests, as seen when leveraging Rei's investigation to recover debts from Takasuda. His backstory includes incidents reinforcing his worldview, such as demanding ¥50 million (~$365,000 USD) for life-saving surgery from a desperate college student and criticizing her inability to pay.