John Marquez

Dr Martin Ellingham finds himself at the center of calamity, drama and lingering gossip, as his history with Louisa makes the surgery an uncomfortable place. Bert makes a life altering decision.

Louisa and Martin take two steps forward in forging a relationship, but retreat three when interfering neighbours and a school argument put them at odds again.

Tensions are high as Martin and Louisa go on their first official date. Al grows increasingly worried as Pauline reaches a breaking point with her addiction.

Doc Martin speaks before he thinks, again, as his blood phobia rears anew and plumber Bert looks like being ruined when his business venture is suspected of spreading food poisoning.

Portwenn looks set to become a hotbed of passion. Louisa Glasson is furious to discover she has a rival for Dr Martin Ellingham's affections: glamorous divorcee and hotel owner, Carrie Wilson. Can Louisa contain her jealousy and claim Martin as her man before Carrie's flirty tactics take effect?

The preparations for Martin's departure are nearly complete, and he is surprised by the number of patients coming to see him on the last day before his surgery closes. Edith visits to say she will see him in London. Taxi driver Tommy is complaining of migraines, but Martin does not realise the significance until Tommy's wife Tasha collapses with the same symptoms during the Harbour Day celebrations.