What is "j.d."

abbr. (context education English) Juris Doctor.

John Michael "J.D." Dorian, M.D. is a fictional character in the American comedy-drama " Scrubs," played by Zach Braff. He is the narrator and main character of the series (Seasons 1-8). He provides voice-overs that reveal his internal thoughts and an overall narration in the show, often linking the story arcs in each episode thematically.

J.D. appears in every episode during the first eight seasons except two season 8 episodes: " My Absence," in which he is only heard through a cellphone, and " My Full Moon."

Braff was a regular cast member for the first eight seasons, and appeared in six episodes of Season 9 to help transition the series into its new format. For his portrayal of the character, Braff was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award in 2005 and received three consecutive Golden Globe Award nominations in 2005, 2006 and 2007.