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Dr. Al-Hashimi Confides in Dr. Robby About Her Health Condition
Sepideh Moafi reveals the backstory behind her character's surprising revelation in the season finale of "The Pitt".
Apr. 16, 2026 at 8:41pm
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As tensions over autonomous vehicles escalate, a recent wave of targeted street vandalism exposes pent-up frustration with driverless technology.Stanford TodayIn an exclusive clip from the season finale of "The Pitt", Dr. Baran Al-Hashimi, played by Sepideh Moafi, confides in Dr. Michael 'Robby' Robinavitch (Noah Wyle) about her experience with seizures that began after a case of viral meningitis when she was 5 years old. Moafi discusses how this conversation with Robby and the reveal of her character's backstory, including her family's refugee experience, informs Dr. Al-Hashimi's motivations and approach to her work as a doctor.
Why it matters
The reveal of Dr. Al-Hashimi's personal health condition and backstory provides deeper insight into her character's evolution from a seemingly stubborn adversary to an encouraging mentor for Dr. Robby. It highlights the challenges women, especially in the medical field, often face and the personal sacrifices they make to pursue their passions.
The details
In the season finale, Dr. Al-Hashimi confides in Dr. Robby that she had been seizure-free for over a year, but experienced two absence seizures during a stressful shift. She lists out her options, including a possible change in medication, surgery, or a device implantation. When Robby urges her to disclose the condition, she responds, "I know. I have a plan." Moafi explains that this shows Dr. Al-Hashimi's character is "grounded in control and precision and preparation" due to her lifelong experience managing her condition.
- Dr. Al-Hashimi had been seizure-free for more than a year prior to the events of the season finale.
- During a Fourth of July shift, she experienced two absence seizures.
The players
Dr. Baran Al-Hashimi
A new attending physician at "The Pitt" hospital, Dr. Al-Hashimi has evolved from a seemingly stubborn adversary to an encouraging mentor for Dr. Robby. She has a lifelong condition of seizures that began after a case of viral meningitis when she was 5 years old.
Dr. Michael 'Robby' Robinavitch
A doctor at "The Pitt" hospital who develops a close working relationship with Dr. Al-Hashimi over the course of the season.
What they’re saying
“You need to disclose this.”
— Dr. Michael 'Robby' Robinavitch
“I know. I have a plan.”
— Dr. Baran Al-Hashimi
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.
The takeaway
This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.
