Colin Donnell Returns as Dr. Connor Rhodes in Chicago Med Season 12
Colin Donnell will reprise his role as Dr. Connor Rhodes in two episodes of Chicago Med season 12, starting with the December 9 finale.
Colin Donnell is set to return as Dr. Connor Rhodes in the twelfth season of Chicago Med, appearing in two episodes. His first episode back will be the season finale on December 9, according to Screen Rant.
In his return storyline, Goodwin reaches out to Rhodes for help with a young heart patient who needs a complicated and risky surgery.
Donnell originally left Chicago Med at the start of season 5. His character became a suspect after his wealthy father was murdered, and it was later revealed that Dr. Ava Bekker, played by Norma Kuhling, killed Rhodes' father. Bekker later took her own life.
Background
Season 12 of Chicago Med premiered on NBC on October 7, 2025. Since leaving the One Chicago universe, Donnell has appeared in FBI: International and Zero Day, and had a Broadway run in Ragtime.
Quick answers
When does Colin Donnell return to Chicago Med?
He will appear in two episodes, starting with the season finale on December 9.
Why is Dr. Connor Rhodes returning to Chicago Med?
Goodwin reaches out to Rhodes for help with a young heart patient who needs a complicated and risky surgery.