The income of 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' author who quit being a doctor to become a web novel writer

 

The original author of 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' now writes web novels under the pen name 'Hansanleega.' He was originally an ENT doctor.

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Medical web novels written by a real doctor become a hit

You're both a doctor and a writer. Which side is more important to you?

Writer 100%. I haven't practiced medicine in 5 years. I'm a full-time author now.

To quit being a doctor after all that effort… How much more do you earn now?

Income from web novels is not bad. About 3-4 times more than when I was a doctor.

Even before Netflix adapted 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call,' he was already making 3-4 times more than web novels than from being a doctor.

For reference, Song Huigoo, the writer of 'The Dream Life of Mr. Kim' also followed the novel -> webtoon -> drama path and said he achieved 'financia freedom' 5 years ago.

Everyone, let's quit investment and grab your keyboard instead.

theqoo

-Being a writer is really the best.

-If writing was that easy, we’d all do it. In my case, I was told that I was a good writer growing up. However, I still struggle to fill just a few pages.

-Creative writing is a matter of talentㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-I wish I had that kind of talent.

-Being good is important, but writing fast is also key. Hansanleega writes insanely fast, which is why he earns so much.

-But you still need talent to earn money like that.

-How can you beat a web novel written by a real doctorㅋ큐ㅠ

-Not everyone can writeㅠ

-So jealous. That’s amazing…

-But you also need a hell of a lot of luck for that to happen.

-Earning 3–4 times more than a doctor? That’s insane.

-That’s pure talent… They are the chosen ones.

-He didn't earn money just because he became a writer. He earned money because he became a successful writer. 

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TOP 5 dramas that were truly entertaining this year

1. The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call

Cast: Ju Jihoon, Chu Youngwoo, Hayoung

The story of Baek Kanghyuk (Played by Ju Jihoon), a genius surgeon appointed to revive the defunct trauma team.

2. The Art of Negotiation

Cast: Lee Jehoon, Kim Daemyung, Sung Dongil

A drama following the exploits of an M&A expert of a large corporation, known as a legendary negotiator, and his team.

3. When Life Gives You Tangerines

Cast: IU, Park Bogum, Moon Sori, Park Haejoon

Netflix series that unfolds the adventurous lives of Aesoon and Gwansik across the four seasons.

4. Unwritten in Seoul

Cast: Park Boyoung, Park Jinyoung

A romantic coming-of-age drama where twin sisters who are completely different in every way, except their faces, exchange their lives with a lie and discover true love.

5. Bon Appétit, Your Majesty

Cast: Im Yoona, Lee Chaemin

A survival fantasy rom-com where a chef who time-slips to the past meets a tyrant king with an absolute sense of taste.

theqoo

-I watched 'The Trauma Code: Heroes On Call,' 'When Life Gives You Tangerines,' and 'Bon Appétit, Your Majesty.' They're all really good!

-I quit watching 'The Art of Negotiation' halfway, but watched the rest until the end.

-Whoa... 'When Life Gives You Tangerines' and 'Unwritten in Seoul' already feels like dramas from last year.

-Only 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' was boring...

-I enjoyed watching 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' and 'Unwritten in Seoul' from start to finish.

-'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call'... Release Season 2 quickly.

-I haven't watched any of these dramas.

-I really enjoyed watching 'When Life Gives You Tangerines' and 'Unwritten in Seoul.' I would also like to add 'Resident Playbook' to the list. These are the TOP 3 dramas I enjoyed the most this year.

-I haven't watched any of the dramas listed in this post... I only watched 'You and Everything Else' and 'Love, Take Two.'

-I enjoyed watching 'Unwritten in Seoul' and 'You and Everything Else.'

-I don't watch dramas. This year, I've only watched 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' and 'When Life Gives You Tangerines.'

-I enjoyed watching 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call,' 'Unwritten in Seoul,' 'You and Everything Else,' 'Bon Appétit, Your Majesty,' and 'Karma!!!'

-So much to watch!! I love this.

-'When Life Gives You Tangerines,' 'Unwritten in Seoul,' 'You and Everything Else,' and 'Queen Mantis.'

-I've only watched 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call.' My personal favorite is 'You and Everything Else.'

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'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' to produce Season 2 and 3 simultaneously ... Aiming to start filming next year

 

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'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' is set to return with both Season 2 and Season 3.

According to Xports News on the 23rd, the Netflix series 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' has confirmed the simultaneous production of both seasons and has officially begun preparations.

'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' tells the story of Baek Kanghyuk (Played by Ju Jihoon), a genius surgeon who once roamed battlefields as he takes charge of a nearly defunct trauma center and brings it back to life. The series is based on a web novel of the same title by author Lee Nakjun, who is an ENT specialist.

Released in January, 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' has been a major success not only in South Korea but also in the global market. In May, Ju Jihoon won the Best Actor in the TV Series category at the 61st Baeksang Arts Awards. In July, the series took home three trophies, Rookie of the Year (Choo Youngwoo), Best Actor (Ju Jihoon), and Best Drama at the 4th Blue Dragon Series Awards.

Driven by its popularity and acclaim, 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' will produce Season 2 and Season 3 simultaneously. The plan is to start full-scale production preparations by the end of this year and begin filming around next summer.

Previously, the original author Lee Nakjun mentioned, "The drama was already written with Season 2 and 3 in mind," hinting at the possibility of producing other seasons. Now, viewers can look forward to seeing Season 2 and 3 brought to life.

Meanwhile, Season 1 of 'The Trauma Center: Heroes on Call' starred Ju Jihoon, Choo Youngwoo, Hayoung, Yoon Kyungho, Jung Jaekwang, Kim Euiseong, and more.

theqoo

-Awesome.

-Kyaa, finally!

-Yes!! I'm so excited for this.

-I've been waiting for this.

-Just do surgeries and nothing else. Don't bother add any romance stuffㅋㅋ

-Are they going to keep the original cast???

-Ha... This is amazing. I don't usually watch dramas, but I was waiting for this one.

-I can't wait to watch this already.

-This is insane!!! Hurry up and film it quickly so that we can watch it sooner.

-Is this really happening?? This is crazy.

-For real???????

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In celebration of 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' reaching #1 in Global Ranking, Choo Youngwoo sings 'When Spring Comes'

 

약속 지키러 왔습니다🎤

<중증외상센터> 글로벌 1위 기념, 추영우의 ‘봄이 와도’

* 눌러서 크게 보기 * pic.twitter.com/9YwOSwETeW

— Netflix Korea｜넷플릭스 코리아 (@NetflixKR) February 11, 2025

theqoo 

-I mean... Why does he sound so good?????

-What... He's good at singing too.

-What?? He's actually a great singer. I would've been so upset if the show didn't rank #1.

-Craz... He captured Roy Kim's vibe perfectly.

-He sings well and has a great voice, what is this??

-#1? Did it do better than 'Squid Game 2'? Well, 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' is pretty good, though.

-His voice sounds similar to Roy Kim.

-Whoa... What the heck??ㅋㅋㅋ He's an amazing singer!!!!!

-He sings so well... His voice blesses my ears.

-??? Why are you good at singing?

-I’m actually shocked at how good he isㅋㅋㅋㅋ I thought he had a nice voice, but he can really sing too. Fascinating.

-He’d be great in musicals tooㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ That vocal projectionㅋㅋㅋ

-He’s got all the talent.

-Did he do musicals? He sounds amazing.

-Anus?? What is this?? Why are you good at singing?

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Netflix drama 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' becomes a major hit

 It ranked #1 for non-English dramas in the first week of February

And ranked #2 in overall

It accumulated 16,6 M views in just two weeks

It's currently ranking #11 among all Netflix's original K-Dramas

It's also the #1 most-talked-about drama and actor

Joo Jihoon ranking #1 and Choo Youngwoo ranking #4 

theqoo

-This drama is so f*cking good. Give me Season 2.

-I don't usually like medical dramas, but this one was funㅋㅋㅋ I wonder if there will be Season 2.

-Whoa... This is huge. Looks like there's definitely going to be a Season 2.

-Why did people throw bullshit on 'Hospital Playlist' then?

-The plot feels too similar to 'Dr. Romantic,' so I personally don't like it that much.

-They're currently filming for Season 2, right?? Please..

-It would’ve been perfect if not for Joo Jihoon…

-I can’t even watch this because of Joo Jihoon, so frustrating.

-The original writer wanted Gong Yoo or Kim Namgil... So why did they cast Joo Jihoon instead?

-I've only heard about the hype… Joo Jihoon is in this??... Ugh, I was just about to watch it, though.

-This is the first drama I've actually enjoyed in a long time.

-They're just doing surgeries in this drama... Honestly, they could run for 100 seasons. Let's go.

-I read the novel, so the drama felt a bit off to me, but still interesting.

-The reactions are good. I'll have to watch it thenㅋㅋㅋ

-It's perfect for killing time. I enjoyed it.

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Joo Jihooon x Choo Youngwoo 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' surpasses 'Squid Game' ... Ranks #2 on Netflix Global

 

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'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' has emerged as the most-talked-about drama during the Lunar New Year holidays, ranking #2 in Netflix's Global TV Show category.

According to FlixPatrol, a website that tracks the viewing rankings of global OTT platforms, 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' has secured 2nd place in the Global TV Show category with 615 points.

The drama has topped the charts in 19 countries worldwide, including South Korea, Chile, Ecuador, Honduras, Mexico, Paraguay, Peru, Taiwan, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Hong Kong. In the U..S, it ranked #9.

According to Netflix, 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' recorded 4.7 million views (calculated by dividing total watch hours by the series' runtime) between January 20 and 26. In the series category, 'The Night Agent Season 2' took the #1 spot globally, followed by 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' in #2, 'Squid Game Season 2' in #3, and 'XO, Kitty' in #4.

Starring Joo Jihoon, Choo Youngwoo, and Ha Young, 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' follows the story of Baek Kanghyuk, a genius trauma surgeon who has been on the battlefield, being appointed to revive a trauma team at a major Korean hospital. Based on the popular Webtoon with the same title, known for its fast-paced and thrilling storyline, this drama has become the hottest topic during the Lunar New Year holiday.

Genius trauma surgeon 'Baek Kanghyuk', who relentlessly pushes forward even in extreme situations, along with the 'Trauma Team', who is determined to save patients during the golden hours, the drama delivered a cathartic experience with delightful humor, captivating global viewers. The actors have also been highly praised for their performances that brought these characters to life.

Joo Jihoon, who has redefined his career with his portrayal of the brilliant trauma surgeon Baek Kanghyuk, along with Choo Youngwoo as the '#1 protégé' Yang Jaewon, Ha Young as the reliable veteran nurse Cheon Jangmi, Yoon Kyungho as the compassionate colorectal surgeon Han Yurim, and Jung Jaekwang as the dedicated anesthesiologist Park Gyeongwon, have all perfectly completed their characters, adding to the overall quality of the drama.

'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' is now streaming on Netflix.

theqoo

-The pacing was faast, the story was simple and fun. I watched the whole season with my parents over the holidays.

-I don't usually watch dramas, but my family said it was light and fun to watch, so they watched it all in one go.

-It was super fun. The fast-paced plot is what makes it exactly the kind of drama that Koreans would love.

-I usually drop Joo Jihoon's drama halfway because they just don't suit my taste, but this one was actually enjoyableㅋㅋㅋ

-This is probably the character that Joo Jihoon suits the most in his whole career.

-Choo Youngwoo is so cuteㅋㅋㅋ

-It was really fun. The pacing was fast and there were no romance subplots, which made the drama was very comfortable to watch.

-Now I understand why directors love Joo Jihoonㅋㅋ

-I kept watching til the end because of Cheon Jangmi, Yang Jaewon, and Han Yurimㅋㅋㅋ Han Yurim was seriously the most memorable characterㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-This is my first time seeing Choo Youngwoo. He's such an amazing actor, he really stood out in my opinion.

-What are they doing instead of making Season 2?!

-It was so funㅜ I hope they film Season 2 before Choo Youngwoo enlists in the military service.

-It’s been so long since my whole family enjoyed a drama together.

-I only planned to watch one episode but ended up watching all 8 in one sitting. I just couldn't stop.

-The pacing is fast, the characters are charming, and there's no Sung Gihun (Very important)

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It's said that 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' star Ha Young comes from a family of medical professionals

 

중증외상센터 하영 실제로 의사 집안이래 🩺
“아버지가 현직 의사로 일하고 계시고, 어머니는 간호 전공을 하셨다. 증조 할아버지는 한양에서 양의학으로 첫 개업을 하셨던 의사라고 들었다. 병원에서 가끔 청소를 했는데 직원들 톤을 참고할 수 있었다. 당황하기 쉬운 순간에도 의료진은 침착하더라” pic.twitter.com/IHBSzQGZs6

— 취향 (@loverdramas) January 28, 2025

'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' star Ha Young is actually from a family of doctors🩺

"My father is a practicing doctor, and my mother majored in nursing. I heard that my great-grandfather was one of the first doctors to practice Western medicine in Hanyang. I heard that my great-grandfather was one of the first doctors to practice Western medicine in Hanyang." 

theqoo 

-What does coming from a family of doctors have to do with acting skills? I’m genuinely curious, not trying to start an argument.

-If an actor/actress has been around a particular profession, it would definitely help them in portraying that role.

-No wonder her acting was so natural.

-I really liked Jangmi’s character, and her performance in the drama was absolutely amazing.

-If her family members are actually medical professionals, she must've seen and heard a lot about the role she's portraying in this dramaㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ Don't be jealous.

-So she comes from a wealthy family.

-Wow, no wonder her tone was so natural.

-I personally think her acting felt super natural.

-Dramas usually consult with experts in their field. So it must be helpful to have a family member who's a medical professional. Why are some people making ridiculous arguments with such confidence?

-That means she can ask for advice or references from her family. What's wrong with people?

-Coming from a doctor’s family and graduating from Ewha Womans University… Definitely an enviable background.

-I first saw her in 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' and I have to agree that she's such an amazing actress.

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'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' ranks #3 in the TOP 10 Non-English Dramas

 

4,700,000 views🎉

theqoo

-The view count is so low.

-Do medical dramas do well overseas?

-I started watching this yesterday and finished the whole series in one day. It was so good.

-It ranks lower than I expected...

-I really loved this drama. I'm surprised to see a medical K-Drama did this well globally.

-I usually don't like medical dramas, but I watched the whole series in one sitting.

-I didn't expect this drama to be really fun. I finished watching it all in one day.

-It was that good. Time flew by and with only 8 episodes, I finished it quicklyㅠㅠ It was so good.

-I watched this with my whole family yesterday and we all loved it.

-I started watching it and ended up finishing it with my family during the holiday.

-The pacing was faster than I expected, I couldn't stop myself from watching this drama.

-I love how it wasn't slow at all. I really enjoyed watching this drama.

-I was already looking forward to Season 2 before I even finished watching all 8 episodesㅋㅋㅋ I loved all the characters.

-I finished the whole series in just two days, as soon as it was released. This drama is so good, I'm thinking about re-watching it.

-I pulled an all-nighter to finish the whole series yesterday. It was so good.

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'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' receives positive reactions for changing this character, who is originally a man in the original work, to a woman in the drama adaptation

Actress Kim Sunyoung plays the role of the Minister of Health and Welfare

(It's originally a male character and has no significant scenes in the original work)

With her firm gaze and clear diction, along with her determined efforts to improve the working conditions for the trauma center team, she left a really strong impression despite the short screen time.

The director reportedly made the change because he wanted to work with Kim Sunyoung.

Q: Regarding the changes from the original work, the Minister of Health and Welfare was changed from a male character to a female character.

Lee Doyoon (Director): That was my personal desire. I wanted to work with Kim Sunyoung, whom I deeply respect, so I offered her the role.

theqoo

-I liked how she was smart enough to use the situation politicallyㅋㅋㅋ

-I also really loved this role. Seeing an actress portray such an ambitious character made it even better.

-The Minister’s role was brief but so impactful. I absolutely loved to see her using politics to her advantages.

-She suited the role perfectlyㅋㅋㅋㅋ The fact that they changed this character to a woman made it even better.

-I think everyone except the nurse was male in the original, but the change was greatㅠ It was a really great decision.

-This change made the drama so much better.

-She really suited the roleㅋㅋ

-Where can I find the original interview? I want to read the whole thingㅋㅋ

-She suits the role well. I have a feeling she wouldn’t stab anyone in the backㅋㅋ

-Sunyoung's tone was really amazing. It's just different from the typical politicians in other dramas.

-Whoa... I loved that character so much. I didn't know it was originally a male character.

-I didn't know the original character was a man. I haven’t read it, so I thought this was how it always was. I loved it.

-Hul... What a great decision. And the actress' performance was absolutely incredible.

-I really love competent, ambitious female characters like this!

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A Korean drama that is currently in the TOP 10 on Netflix US🥳🎉

The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call is on the 8th place!🥳

theqoo

-It's so good. I watched all 8 episodes nonstop.

-Have all the episodes been released?

-This is a truly entertaining medical drama I've watched in a while.

-It's so good! I hope it gets even more popular!!!

-I wonder how they translated '항문' to English?ㅋㅋㅋ Don't tell me it's 'Asshole'

-Is it that good??? Oh~~~ Looks like I'm gonna have to start watching thisㅋㅋ

-I watched this drama today and I think it'll rise higher. I didn't have high expectations but it was really fun.

-Please give us Season 2.

-It's fun but it's too shortㅠㅠ When will they film season 2?ㅠㅠ

-I subscribed to Netflix just to watch this. I'm currently watching Episode 6 now, it's so fun. I'm sad that I'm near the final episode now.

-It's indeed very fun, but I feel like it has a similar concept to many American dramas. I'm curious how other viewers perceive this drama.

-It's so good I watched it all in one day. Please give us Season 2 ASAP!!!

-There's no romance subplots, just surgeries scene back-to-backㅌㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-All I want is for this drama to be a seriesㅠㅠ

-I'm currently watching this drama with my whole family and everyone loves itㅋㅋㅋ

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