'Dr. Death' Season 2: A Tale of Deception and Malpractice

The new season explores the life and crimes of Dr. Paolo Macchiarini, shedding light on his groundbreaking but fraudulent medical work and his manipulative personal life.

Season 2 of 'Dr. Death' focuses on the real-life story of Dr. Paolo Macchiarini, a surgeon who engaged in widespread scientific and medical misconduct.
The series explores Macchiarini's groundbreaking but fraudulent work in regenerative medicine, specifically his invention of synthetic tracheas.
The narrative intertwines Macchiarini's professional deceit with his personal life, particularly his whirlwind romance with journalist Benita Alexander.
Despite Macchiarini's charm and initial likability, the series eventually reveals his overt narcissism and sociopathic tendencies.
The show also highlights the institutional failures and complicity that allowed Macchiarini's malpractice to continue for so long.

The Hollywood Reporter