Elmer Hartman

Overview
Dr. Elmer Hartman is a recurring character in the American animated sitcom "Family Guy," which is created by Seth MacFarlane. He serves as the primary doctor at the Quahog hospital and is the Griffin family's general practitioner. Dr. Hartman is known for his distinctive voice, provided by actor Mike Henry, and his somewhat unorthodox and sometimes comical medical practices.

Character Traits
Dr. Hartman is characterized by his somewhat clueless and oblivious demeanor. Despite being a medical doctor, he often displays a lack of knowledge about basic medical procedures and exhibits a general lack of professionalism. His interactions with patients are often humorous and reflect his eccentric personality. Dr. Hartman is also known for his distinctive voice and manner of speaking.

Role in the Series
Dr. Hartman plays a supporting role in the series and often interacts with the Griffin family and other residents of Quahog. He is called upon to treat various medical issues and injuries that the characters encounter throughout the series. Despite his questionable medical practices, Dr. Hartman is generally well-liked by the characters and is a trusted member of the community.

Notable Episodes
Dr. Hartman has appeared in numerous episodes of Family Guy since his introduction in the first season. Some of his most notable appearances include:


 * (Season 2, Episode 3): Dr. Hartman performs a prostate exam on Peter Griffin, leading to a series of comical misunderstandings.


 * (Season 3, Episode 19): Dr. Hartman prescribes medication for Stewie Griffin after he becomes obsessed with his mother, Lois.


 * "" (Season 4, Episode 6): Dr. Hartman administers an intelligence test to Peter, revealing that he has a low IQ.

Voice actor
Dr. Elmer Hartman is voiced by actor Mike Henry, who also voices other characters on the show, including Cleveland Brown and Consuela the maid.

Trivia
Dr. Hartman's first name, Elmer, is rarely used in the series and is not widely known by fans.

Despite his lack of medical expertise, Dr. Hartman has never faced any serious consequences for his actions in the series.

Dr. Hartman is one of the few characters in the series who is aware of Stewie's advanced intelligence and ability to speak.