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Dr. Carson Shepherd is a fictional character portrayed by Paul Greene in the TV series When Calls the Heart.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Change of Heart (season 4), they were 42 years old.
They appear in 48 episodes out of a total of 117 aired so far and have accumulated 1093 positive votes.
The character of Dr. Carson Shepherd is mainly associated with Rosemary Coulter, Bill Avery and Henry Gowen.

Dr. Carson Shepherd

by Paul Greene

character

Episodes48

  • 8.4
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    Change of Heart

    episode S4.E5 march 2017
    Elizabeth struggles with growing pains at the school, an old friend comes to visit Jack, Abigail's tenure as mayor is threatened, and Rosemary plays matchmaker.
  • 8.4
    /10

    Heart of a Teacher

    episode S4.E6 march 2017
    Elizabeth fights to clear her name and get her job back; Jack gets some troubling news; Wyatt and the railroad continue to make problems for Hope Valley; the children have to deal with a stern new schoolteacher.
  • 8.3
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    Healing Heart

    episode S4.E8 april 2017
    Elizabeth has problems in her classroom when the nephews of Ray Wyatt come to her class.
  • 8.4
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    Courageous Hearts

    episode S4.E9 april 2017
    Tension between Elizabeth and her new students continues. Meanwhile Lee and Rosemary fight about Rosemary learning to drive, and Abigail struggles to hold the cafe together while the railroad's commissary thrives.
  • 8.6
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    Heart of a Fighter

    episode S4.E11 april 2017
    Cody struggles with an illness while there are 2 differing opinions on the problem and Abigail decides who to believe. Gowen goes to jail for his past crimes.
  • 8.4
    /10

    The Christmas Wishing Tree

    episode S5.E0 december 2017
    The town has a new tradition to help make the wishes of the townspeople come true. Elizabeth works overtime to make one wish come true, while she waits for her own wishes to come true.
  • 8.2
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    Believing

    episode S5.E1 february 2018
    Elizabeth's sister, Julie, visits Hope Valley in her quest to become a teacher; Lee is made acting Sheriff when Abigail and Bill leave town to testify in Gowen's trial; Carson has problems with a traveling tonic salesmen.
  • 8.4
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    Home Is Where The Heart Is

    episode S5.E3 march 2018
    Jack returns and he and Elizabeth start planning their future. Sparks fly between Carson and a new arrival. Elizabeth teaches her students the difference between facts and speculation, and the town is put on edge when Lee can't withdraw funds to pay his employees.
  • 8.2
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    Open Hearts

    episode S5.E4 march 2018
    Abigail has to figure out how to keep the town's bank afloat. Meanwhile, Elizabeth struggles to understand what troubles one of her young students. Rosemary goes overboard planning Jack and Elizabeth's wedding.
  • 8.7
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    My Heart Is Yours

    episode S5.E5 march 2018
    Jack and Elizabeth's plan to get married is put in serious jeopardy and Bill has difficulties transporting a prisoner.
  • 8.3
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    Love And Marriage

    episode S5.E6 march 2018
    Jack and Elizabeth's relationship is put to the test. Pastor Frank and Abigail make a decision about their future and Bill helps a young girl solve a mystery.
  • 8.1
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    Heart of the Matter

    episode S5.E7 april 2018
    Elizabeth assigns her students to follow business leaders in Hope Valley; Abigail and the town host two possible investors for the failing bank; and Bill's life is disrupted when AJ Foster arrives and turns herself in.
  • 8.2
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    Weather the Storm

    episode S5.E8 april 2018
    Bill is put in jeopardy while transporting AJ to face trial; Abigail tries to save the town from an investor who will hurt Hope Valley; Carson is faced with a decision; Elizabeth tries to reunite a mother and her son.
  • 8.1
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    In My Dreams

    episode S5.E9 april 2018
    The widow of Lee's former partner arrives and gives Gowen a chance to run a company again; Elizabeth tutors a new student; the residents of Hope Valley conspire to pull off a surprise.
  • 8.4
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    Close To My Heart

    episode S5.E10 april 2018
    The people of Hope Valley unite to help one of their own deal with a crushing loss.
  • 8.2
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    The Greatest Christmas Blessing

    episode S6.E0 december 2018
    When a group of orphans become stranded in Hope Valley for Christmas, their caretakers lead Bill to investigate the circumstances of their arrival.
  • 7.9
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    Phone Rings and Heartstrings

    episode S6.E1 february 2019
    Hope Valley receives its first telephone. Elizabeth returns to work as a widowed mother. The saloon is for sale and Gowan hopes to buy it. Rosemary tries her hand at matchmaking.
  • 7.9
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    The Queen of Hearts

    episode S6.E2 march 2019
    Bill and Abigail are skeptical of Lucas, a newcomer to Hope Valley. Bill investigates the mystery man with some help from a spy at the town's new switchboard. At the schoolhouse, Elizabeth teaches one of her students to find his confidence. Intrigued by the stock market, Abigail solicits Gowen's investment help. Meanwhile Clara applies for a job at the saloon.
  • 7.8
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    A Vote of Confidence

    episode S6.E3 march 2019
    After a judge is intimidated into releasing two gunrunners, Bill recruits an old friend to help him track the criminals down. Abigail and Lucas clash over the saloon's late hours. Carson and Faith must decide whether to pursue their feelings.
  • 7.9
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    Heart of a Mountie

    episode S6.E4 may 2019
    A new Mountie arrives earlier than expected. Bill and Nathan jump right to work when Lee's payroll is stolen. At the school, friends turn against each when a mock debate goes awry; Carson and Faith try to keep their romance a secret.
  • 7.8
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    Surprise

    episode S6.E5 may 2019
    Elizabeth confronts Nathan about his parenting style. Bill is offered a judgeship, but is unsure if he wants to take it. Rosemary hosts a girls-only night. Faith and Carson's romance blooms. Jesse finds surface oil, but can't afford to drill.
  • 7.8
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    Disputing Hearts

    episode S6.E6 may 2019
    Jealousy breaks out in Hope Valley when Gowen strikes oil, which splits the town into the haves and have-nots. Nathan urges Bill to re-examine the judgeship offer. Rosemary struggles to reveal an emotional concern to Lee.
  • 7.8
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    Hope is with the Heart

    episode S6.E7 may 2019
    Trying to stay on Elizabeth's good side, Lucas sets up a library for the town. Allie tricks Harper, Robert and Opal into believing the town has a haunted house. Bill conducts his first trial as a judge.
  • 7.9
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    A Call from the Past

    episode S6.E8 may 2019
    Lucas' past comes back to haunt him and others in Hope Valley. Lee and Gowen compete for workers. Meanwhile, an old friend arrives with a new orphan.
  • 8.1
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    Two of Hearts

    episode S6.E9 june 2019
    At the Founders' Day Festival, Elizabeth makes a move that might affect her future. An orphan struggles to accept his new life. Bill finds startling information about Gowen.
  • 7.6
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    Home for Christmas

    episode S7.E0 december 2019
    As Christmas approaches in Hope Valley, Elizabeth prepares for Little Jack's first Christmas and birthday surrounded by her closest friends, but she misses Jack more than ever. Nathan receives a prestigious job offer in Union City but weighs the promotion against the downside of leaving Elizabeth and taking his niece away from Hope Valley. Lucas holds a Christmas festival to bring some of his family's traditions to Hope Valley... and to impress Elizabeth.
  • 7.8
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    A Moving Picture

    episode S7.E1 february 2020
    Lucas gives Elizabeth writing advice that causes her to search for new inspiration; Rosemary and Lee plan a vacation; Faith returns home with a dilemma that may force her to part ways with Carson.
  • 7.7
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    The Heart of a Father

    episode S7.E2 march 2020
    Elizabeth helps Nathan navigate family tensions. Rosemary advises Clara and Jesse on wedding plans. Bill and Lucas lose customers when a rumor spreads.
  • 7.8
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    Family Matters

    episode S7.E3 march 2020
    Lucas gives his thoughts on Elizabeth's writing; Nathan investigates his father's crime.
  • 8
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    Sweet and Sour

    episode S7.E4 march 2020
    Elizabeth, Carson, and Faith deal with an outbreak of chickenpox. Faith's dedication to her job jeopardizes her future.
  • 8.1
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    An Unexpected Gift

    episode S7.E5 march 2020
    Rosemary and Lee organize Jesse and Clara's bachelor and bachelorette parties.
  • 8.2
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    In Perfect Unity

    episode S7.E6 march 2020
    When plans go awry, Elizabeth gets the town to band together to give Clara and Jesse the wedding of their dreams. Elizabeth struggles with the fact that she has two suitors.
  • 7.7
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    Heart of a Writer

    episode S7.E7 april 2020
    Elizabeth goes on a trip with Lucas; Jesse and Clara adjust to sharing a home.
  • 8.1
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    Into the Woods

    episode S7.E8 april 2020
    Elizabeth takes half the class on a field trip while Carson is the substitute teacher for the rest.
  • 7.9
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    New Possibilities

    episode S7.E9 april 2020
    Elizabeth and Nathan try to resolve their differences. Rosemary learns a secret about Lee.
  • 8.4
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    Don't Go!

    episode S7.E10 april 2020
    Elizabeth hears news about her book. Lee gets a surprise that stirs up wounds from his past.
  • 7.3
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    Open Season

    episode S8.E1 february 2021
    Elizabeth tries to come to terms with how she feels about Nathan and Lucas; a visitor causes trouble for Nathan; Faith returns from medical school; Jesse and Clara have issues; Fiona starts an exciting venture.
  • 7.3
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    Honestly, Elizabeth

    episode S8.E2 february 2021
    The sudden arrival of Lucas' mother makes Elizabeth more than a little nervous; Lee injures his back; a newcomer's arrival causes Rosemary to reflect on what she wants in life.
  • 7.2
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    From the Ashes

    episode S8.E3 march 2021
    A geyser erupts at the oil rig and everyone in Hope Valley drops everything to help. Nathan is summoned for an inquiry by a Mountie from his past and Jesse takes a liking to driving Lee's motorcycle.
  • 7.2
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    Welcome to Hope Valley

    episode S8.E4 march 2021
    The inquiry begins, and Nathan starts to question his own actions. Meanwhile, a new family, the Canfields, buy Gowen's cabin and Elizabeth welcomes them to Hope Valley. Lee's sister and niece arrive in Hope Valley.
  • 7
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    What the Heart Wants

    episode S8.E5 march 2021
    It's graduation day at the Jack Thornton School house. Rosemary and Lee adjust to having family in town. A letter from Dottie sends all the Coulters reeling. Clara learns Jesse made a big mistake.
  • 7.1
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    No Regrets

    episode S8.E6 march 2021
    Elizabeth wonders if she is truly ready to let love in again. Rosemary wonders what her purpose is. Clara and Jesse sort through their issues. Carson receives an amazing opportunity. A stranger named Christopher comes in town.
  • 7.1
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    Before My Very Eyes

    episode S8.E7 april 2021
    A health scare has everyone in Hope Valley worried about one of their own. Nathan is finally going to get Allie's adoption finalized. Lucas starts to become suspicious of Christopher's behavior.
  • 7
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    A Parade and a Charade

    episode S8.E8 april 2021
    Elizabeth focuses on teaching Angela how to read Braille. Rosemary and Lee struggle to give Rachel the freedom she was promised in Hope Valley. Bill feels displaced when he's asked to finally return his Mountie uniform.
  • 6.8
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    Pre-Wedding Jitters

    episode S8.E9 april 2021
    Elizabeth is distraught over the reveal of Nathan's secret; everyone helps a couple prepare for their wedding; the bachelor and bachelorette parties stir up mixed emotions from the guests; a mysterious businessman arrives in town.
  • 7
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    Old Love, New Love, Is This True Love

    episode S8.E10 april 2021
    Florence and Ned's wedding leads every couple in Hope Valley to evaluate their relationships. Rosemary realizes there is more happening in Hope Valley than everyone realizes and decides to get to the bottom of it.
  • 6.8
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    Changing Times

    episode S8.E11 may 2021
    Landis, the school inspector, arrives in town and causes trouble for Elizabeth; Rosemary finds her calling; a search is called when one of Hope Valley's residents is lost; Carson and Faith's relationship is put to the test.
  • 6
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    The Kiss

    episode S8.E12 may 2021
    Elizabeth finally realizes who she is supposed to be with; big changes are coming to Hope Valley; the town rallies together to say goodbye and good luck to one of its own.

Best moments10

  • 8.1
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    74% of the votes

    Heart of the Matter

    episode S5.E7 april 2018
    Elizabeth assigns her students to follow business leaders in Hope Valley; Abigail and the town host two possible investors for the failing bank; and Bill's life is disrupted when AJ Foster arrives and turns herself in.
  • 7.8
    /10
    15% of the votes

    Surprise

    episode S6.E5 may 2019
    Elizabeth confronts Nathan about his parenting style. Bill is offered a judgeship, but is unsure if he wants to take it. Rosemary hosts a girls-only night. Faith and Carson's romance blooms. Jesse finds surface oil, but can't afford to drill.
  • 7.9
    /10
    5% of the votes

    The Queen of Hearts

    episode S6.E2 march 2019
    Bill and Abigail are skeptical of Lucas, a newcomer to Hope Valley. Bill investigates the mystery man with some help from a spy at the town's new switchboard. At the schoolhouse, Elizabeth teaches one of her students to find his confidence. Intrigued by the stock market, Abigail solicits Gowen's investment help. Meanwhile Clara applies for a job at the saloon.
  • 7.9
    /10
    4% of the votes

    Heart of a Mountie

    episode S6.E4 may 2019
    A new Mountie arrives earlier than expected. Bill and Nathan jump right to work when Lee's payroll is stolen. At the school, friends turn against each when a mock debate goes awry; Carson and Faith try to keep their romance a secret.
  • 7.7
    /10
    3% of the votes

    The Heart of a Father

    episode S7.E2 march 2020
    Elizabeth helps Nathan navigate family tensions. Rosemary advises Clara and Jesse on wedding plans. Bill and Lucas lose customers when a rumor spreads.
  • 8.4
    /10
    2% of the votes

    The Christmas Wishing Tree

    episode S5.E0 december 2017
    The town has a new tradition to help make the wishes of the townspeople come true. Elizabeth works overtime to make one wish come true, while she waits for her own wishes to come true.
  • 7.8
    /10
    2% of the votes

    Family Matters

    episode S7.E3 march 2020
    Lucas gives his thoughts on Elizabeth's writing; Nathan investigates his father's crime.
  • 8.4
    /10
    1% of the votes

    Courageous Hearts

    episode S4.E9 april 2017
    Tension between Elizabeth and her new students continues. Meanwhile Lee and Rosemary fight about Rosemary learning to drive, and Abigail struggles to hold the cafe together while the railroad's commissary thrives.
  • 8.4
    /10
    1% of the votes

    Home Is Where The Heart Is

    episode S5.E3 march 2018
    Jack returns and he and Elizabeth start planning their future. Sparks fly between Carson and a new arrival. Elizabeth teaches her students the difference between facts and speculation, and the town is put on edge when Lee can't withdraw funds to pay his employees.
  • 7.6
    /10
    1% of the votes

    Home for Christmas

    episode S7.E0 december 2019
    As Christmas approaches in Hope Valley, Elizabeth prepares for Little Jack's first Christmas and birthday surrounded by her closest friends, but she misses Jack more than ever. Nathan receives a prestigious job offer in Union City but weighs the promotion against the downside of leaving Elizabeth and taking his niece away from Hope Valley. Lucas holds a Christmas festival to bring some of his family's traditions to Hope Valley... and to impress Elizabeth.

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