Park Ye Young Shines in Guest Role as a Charismatic OB-GYN in ‘Resident Playbook’

In a powerful guest appearance, actress Park Ye Young captivated audiences with her role in tvN’s recently concluded weekend drama Resident Playbook. Despite her limited screen time, Park left a strong impact by portraying the character of Geum Sae Byeok, a first-year professor in obstetrics and gynecology who is 38 weeks pregnant.

Geum Sae Byeok is introduced as a dedicated ‘junior Seo Jung Min,’ a nod to her passion and responsibility for OB-GYN. Even in the late stages of pregnancy, she performs surgeries and trains junior doctors, embodying a true workaholic spirit. Her dynamic with her attending physician Oh I-young, played by Go Yoon Jung, forms a compelling mentor-mentee relationship filled with tension and growth.

Particularly striking was the scene in which Geum offers up her own body as a teaching tool—allowing Oh I-young to conduct live ultrasound training and assist in procedures. This generous and fearless act catalyzes subtle yet powerful changes in Oh’s once lethargic demeanor. Initially, Oh I-young showed little enthusiasm for her role, but influenced by Geum’s example, she gradually comes to care deeply for her patients and her responsibilities.

The emotional arc reaches a high point when Geum, despite her early frustrations with Oh, shows pride as her trainee successfully and cleanly sutures her uterus—a moment that leaves audiences with a bittersweet aftertaste.

Park Ye Young’s nuanced performance demonstrated the pain of a maternal figure, the charisma of a seasoned doctor, and the heartfelt warmth of a mentor—all in just two episodes. Her portrayal brought intensity and polish to the storyline, enhancing overall viewer immersion.

Known for her impactful roles in productions like Ask the Stars and The Impossible Heir, Park continues to expand her acting repertoire. In the film Sister Yoojung, she also demonstrated her deep emotional range by playing the titular character Yoojung.

With each new role, Park Ye Young consistently showcases fresh facets of her talent, building anticipation for future dramatic transformations and challenges.