Boris Arkadyevich Levin

Appearance
Varya is a pretty girl with soft features. She has light-brown hair, which she usually wears in a neat ponytail or bun, and large, expressive eyes. She always dresses strictly according to school regulations: a perfectly clean white coat and minimal makeup. She looks like a classic "good girl" and an excellent student.
Character and attitude towards others
Personality: Naive, honest, extremely idealistic, and compassionate. She is the "conscience" of the department. Varya often takes things personally, believes in the Hippocratic Oath, and sincerely wants to help people, making her easily deceived.
To Bykov: She's terrified of him, but respects him immensely. She's the only one who can cry at his screams, yet she obediently carries out all his orders (even the most absurd ones).
Towards patients: He treats them with excessive concern. He often violates the chain of command, trying to "save" a patient's privacy or conceal bad news from them, which regularly earns him a reprimand from Bykov.
To Gleb: Their relationship began with romance, but Varya found it hard to put up with his sloppiness and lies.
Attitude towards Levin (Boris Arkadyevich)
This is a special union of “two botanists”, but with different natures.
Rivalry: In the beginning, they often clashed over professional matters. Levin considered himself a genius and Varya a "stupid girl." Varya, meanwhile, resented his arrogance.
Condescension and pity: Varya sees Levin as socially awkward and lonely. Despite his tediousness, she often defends him or sympathizes with him when Lobanov or Bykov bully him.
Friendly distance: She treats him like a colleague who "shows off too much." There's no romance between them, but they share a common understanding of what it's like to be an excellent student in the chaotic world Bykov creates.

Semyon Lobanov is an intern and Gleb's best friend. Gleb Romanenko is the son of Anastasia Kisegach. For Bykov, he is not an adopted son, but a stepson (and simultaneously his subordinate intern). Gleb's biological father is Anastasia's ex-husband, Andrei Evgenievich Bykov, the head of the department. His best friend is Ivan Natanovich Kupitman (venereologist).
Anastasia Kisegach is dating Bykov.
Varvara Chernous was indeed Gleb Romanenko's girlfriend.

Cunning and mercantile: Kupitman is a master at extracting profit from everything. His office is like a "branch of a wine cellar," as he accepts bribes exclusively in the form of premium spirits (mostly cognac).
Intelligence and eloquence: He is highly intelligent, well-read, and possesses aristocratic manners. His speech is peppered with quotations and ironic turns of phrase.
Loneliness and melancholy: Behind the mask of a successful doctor and womanizer lies a lonely man. He's been married three times, but each marriage ended in failure. His main and only true friend is Bykov, with whom he constantly teases each other but always comes to the rescue.
Peacemaker: Often acts as a mediator in conflicts between Bykov and Kisegach or Bykov and the interns.
Attitude towards Levin (and interns in general)
Kupitman views interns as "funny little animals" or an annoying nuisance:
To Levin: Ivan Natanovich treats Boris with mild disdain, but without malice. He appreciates Levin's intellect but considers him too reserved and lacking a "zest for life." He sometimes gives Levin advice on women (which Boris usually fails to put into practice).
Usage: Kupitman is not averse to using interns for his own selfish purposes - for example, forcing them to clear out the clutter in his office or run for snacks.
Look and style
Kupitman is the hospital's chief aesthete. His appearance emphasizes his status and love of luxury.
Hairstyle: His famous grey curls, which he carefully maintains.
Face: Almost always a sly, narrowed smile and the look of a person who knows everything about life (and about the illnesses of patients).
Clothing: Under his robe, he always wears expensive classic suits, vests, and shirts with a tie or scarf. He often wears high-quality leather shoes. His robe is always perfectly clean and pressed.
Habits
Cognac tasting: It's his ritual. He can identify the vintage and brand of the drink by its smell. He always keeps a glass hidden in his office.
Reading: In his spare time from “patients” (and cognac), he often reads classics or medical journals.

Recognition of intelligence: Kisegach values ​​Levin more than other interns for his theoretical knowledge and discipline. She sees him as a promising specialist who truly studies, not just goes through the motions.
Tool against Bykov: Sometimes she uses Levin's successes to prick Bykov or prove to him that his teaching methods are too cruel.
Affection and irritation: She's amused by Boris's "nerdy" nature, but sometimes his meticulousness and complaints about Bykov tire her. She understands that Levin is an easy target for ridicule and sometimes tries to defend him, though more often she simply advises him to "be a man."
Character and appearance
Personality: She is the hospital's "iron lady." Anastasia is adept at handling bureaucratic issues, taming Bykov, and simultaneously dealing with her son's antics. Despite her strictness, she remains a sensitive woman who dreams of family happiness.
Appearance: Always looks impeccable and prestigious.
Clothing: Unlike the interns, she rarely wears a regular white coat. She often wears elegant scrubs or formal dresses and blouses underneath.
Style: Perfectly styled bob, neat makeup, and expensive jewelry. She embodies the image of a successful top manager.
Habits
Cognac with Kupitman: Periodically drops by the office of venereologist Ivan Natanovich to drink a glass of cognac and discuss Bykov's latest prank or problems with Gleb.
Anti-smoking campaign: Constantly tries to get Bykov to quit smoking or at least not to do it in the office.
Maternal control: Despite Gleb's status, she constantly worries about him, slipping him food or trying to "cover up" his mistakes in front of the ministry, although in public she tries to be strict with him.

A "favorite" target for ridicule: Of all the interns, Levin irritates Bykov the most with his arrogance and theoretical tedium. Andrei Evgenievich regularly mocks his self-confidence and inability to apply his knowledge in practice.
Recognition of talent: Despite the constant shouting and insults, Bykov secretly admits that Levin is the most medically talented of the four. He pushes him harder than the others precisely because he sees in him the potential to become a true doctor.
"Levin, get out!": Boris often becomes the victim of Bykov's most sophisticated tasks, which are designed to knock him down a peg.
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Character and manners
Cynicism and sarcasm: Bykov communicates exclusively through jibes and irony. His speech is full of aphorisms and sharp metaphors.
Temperament: He often yells at his subordinates, driving them to the point of frenzy, but does this for the sake of their training (in his own specific manner).
Dedication to the cause: Behind the mask of a tyrant lies a doctor who genuinely cares about his patients and does not tolerate medical negligence.
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Appearance and clothing
Bykov's appearance emphasizes his casualness towards formalities and his biker past (in his youth he was known as "The Lizard").
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White coat: Always wears it open.
Casual style: Under the robe, you'll usually wear solid-colored or striped long sleeves, simple T-shirts, or jumpers in dark or muted colors. Comfortable jeans and sneakers are worn.
Details: Glasses on a chain (which he dramatically takes off or puts on during tirades) and a permanent stubble.
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Habits
Computer games: In his free time from "education," he loves to play video games in his office.
Ficus Igor: His faithful "conversationalist" and the only occupant of the office who never argues. Bykov takes care of him and sometimes even talks to him.
Darts and Cane: Often twirls various objects in his hands or plays darts while thinking up his next punishment plan for the interns.

Character and behavior
Temperament: Semyon is extremely emotional and easily angered. If something doesn't go according to plan, he starts yelling or picking fights.
Straightforwardness: He doesn't scheme like Gleb. If he doesn't like someone, he'll say it outright (often using strong language).
Lazy Honesty: Lobanov also dislikes work, but unlike Gleb, he doesn't shirk, simply hoping for the best. At the same time, he genuinely cares about his patients, though he often hides this behind rudeness.
Eternal debtor: Semyon is constantly looking for money, borrows from everyone and always gets involved in dubious adventures for the sake of earning money.
Attitude towards Levin
Lobanov's relationship with Boris Levin is the most strained of the four:
Class hatred: Lobanov despises Levin for his "nerdism," his intelligence, and his excellent academic performance. For Semyon, Boris is a "nerd" who has never seen life.
Envy: Lobanov is angry that Levin knows medical theory inside out, while Semyon himself gets confused about the names of pills.
Open bullying: While Romanenko subtly trolls Levin, Lobanov can simply slap him on the back of the head, take away his food, or force him to do his own reports.
Rare Respect: Despite conflicts, Lobanov sometimes turns to Levin for help when he realizes that without the knowledge of "that bespectacled guy," he will definitely be kicked out of the internship.
Look and style
Lobanov looks like a man who doesn't care about fashion at all.
Face and figure: Strong build, often with a furrowed brow and a displeased expression. A heavy, bear-like gait.
Hairstyle: Simple short buzz cut.
Clothes: Under his robe, he always wears very simple clothes: plain T-shirts, stretched-out jumpers, or plaid shirts that look like they've never been ironed. His jeans are classic, and his shoes are simple dress shoes or old sneakers. His clothing motto is: "The main thing is to be comfortable."
Habits
Sleeping on Duty: Masterfully finds nooks and crannies in the hospital to catch some sleep while on duty.

Frivolity: Gleb is extremely lazy and always looks for a way to shirk work. He's charming and resourceful, but often uses these qualities to shift his responsibilities onto others.
Cynicism and humor: He has a great sense of humor, though it's often sarcastic. He loves teasing, playing practical jokes, and often initiates intrigues in the staff room.
Confidence: Unlike other interns, he is not afraid of Bykov (to a certain extent), as he feels protected by his "mom's wing", even though Bykov pushes him twice as hard as the others.
Attitude towards Levin
The relationship with Boris Levin is a classic "tough guy" versus "nerd" conflict:
Romanenko constantly makes fun of Levin, considering him a bore and a "nerd."
He often incites Boris to take risks or deceives him, taking advantage of his naivety.
Despite the constant mockery, deep down Gleb recognizes Levin as a professional, and sometimes they even unite against common problems (or Bykov).
Look and style
Gleb takes care of himself and tries to look stylish even within the hospital walls.
Hairstyle: Always a well-groomed haircut, often using gel or wax.
Face: Charming, "sly" smile.
Clothing: Under his white coat, he wears designer casual clothing. These typically include expensive printed T-shirts, polo shirts, or shirts, along with trendy jeans and sneakers. Outside the hospital, his wardrobe emphasizes his status as a "gilded youth."
Habits
Partying: My main passion is nightclubs, bars, and parties. Often comes when I'm hungover or sleep-deprived.
Gadgets and money: Loves expensive “toys” and is constantly on his phone.
Lies: Romanenko is a pathological liar when it comes to making excuses to Bykov or his mother. He makes up incredible stories to avoid being on duty.

Levin is the brains behind the four interns. He's a classic nerd: an excellent student with a first-class diploma, a man with a wealth of theoretical knowledge but a complete lack of practical experience and practical wisdom.
Personality and character traits
Narcissism: Boris sincerely believes himself to be the smartest and most promising doctor in the group. He often boasts about his knowledge of Latin and medical terms.
Naivety: Despite his intelligence, he's the easiest person to prank. Colleagues (especially Gleb Romanenko and Semyon Lobanov) often take advantage of his gullibility.
Pedantry: He is prone to long lectures and correcting others' mistakes, which often irritates those around him.
Cowardice and sycophancy: Levin is terrified of Dr. Bykov, but at the same time tries to curry favor with him in every possible way, hoping for recognition of his talent.
Relationships in the team
With Dr. Bykov: Bykov acknowledges Levin's intelligence, but mercilessly exploits his arrogance, giving him the most absurd or dirty tasks as a "test."
With Lobanov and Romanenko: This is an eternal conflict. Lobanov despises Levin for his weakness, and Boris considers Lobanov an ignoramus. With Romanenko, his relationship is more of a competitive one. Appearance: His signature horn-rimmed glasses, bow tie (sometimes), and a perfectly clean white coat.
Speech: Using complex medical terms where simpler statements are possible. Severe myopia: Levin glasses have thick lenses that visually make the eyes appear smaller. In optics, this is a characteristic feature of lenses with negative diopters (for distance vision), indicating a high degree of myopia.