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From Chicago Med to Grey's Anatomy, there are many hospital shows with classic TV doctors on television these days. How many nostalgic medical shows do you remember? Medical dramas have been on the air for around 50 years now. While many of them are serious, there are still some funny or outrageous moments on these shows. If you're a big fan of medical dramas, let's see how many of these doctors you know from nostalgic television. Let's take a look back at some of our favorite classic TV doctors from the past. Steve Hardy Steve Hardy / ABC Dr. Steve Hardy (John Bernadino) was on General Hospital for many years, from 1963 to 1996! He worked at Port Charles' Hospital and eventually married a nurse there named Audrey. RELATED: Doctors Predict A Horrible Flu Season This Year Leonard 'Bones' McCoy Leonard 'Bones' McCoy / NBC He was not a traditional doctor, but a doctor on Star Trek from 1966 to 1969. He was the chief medical officer and often said that the human body could heal itself. His trademark line was "I’m a doctor, not a coal miner/bricklayer …" James Kildare James Kildare / NBC One of the first medical dramas was Dr. Kildare on NBC. It premiered in 1961. Richard Chamberlain played the young Dr. Kildare. He was always very calm and it brought that presence to the hospital and viewers. Ben Casey Ben Casey / ABC The show Ben Casey is another medical drama that aired in 1961. However, Dr. Casey was a lot different than Dr. Kildare. He was brooding and would try to work against the hospital's rules. This show dealt with a lot of issues including immigration and child abuse. Hawkeye Pierce Hawkeye Pierce / CBS Of course, we have to mention Hawkeye from M*A*S*H. He was a surgeon in the military and treated patients in wartime Korea. While he was a great surgeon, he was also known for his pranks! Which one was your favorite? Read onto the NEXT page for even more television doctors from the past! Phillip Chandler Phillip Chandler / NBC Dr. Phillip Chandler was played by Denzel Washington and was one of the original heartthrob doctors on television. For instance, he was on the show St. Elsewhere, which was located in Boston. Doogie Howser Doogie Howser / ABC The late '80s brought us Doogie Howser. Doogie was played by Neal Patrick Harris when he was a kid. Doogie was a child prodigy who became a surgeon at 14 years old. While there were some funny moments, Doogie proved to be a caring and competent doctor. Michaela Quinn Michaela Quinn / CBS In the '90s, Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman was quite popular. Jane Seymour played Dr. Quinn, a doctor who moved to the "Wild West" to treat patients with modern medicine and herbal remedies. Doug Ross Doug Ross / NBC One of George Clooney's first big roles was on ER as Doug Ross. He was a good-looking pediatrician. In addition, he would often fight against the hospital for patient's rights. Who is your all-time favorite doctor on a nostalgic show? RELATED: Woman Sparks Controversy By Posting Photo Of Her ‘Fine’ Doctor Without Permission