# Doctor McLaren — Magnificent Obsession character guide

> Doctor McLaren in Magnificent Obsession by Lloyd C. Douglas.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** McLaren, the Rev. Bruce McLaren

**First appearance:** 0005-iv

## Who they are

A doctor and clergyman who offers guidance.

## Relationships

### [Bobby Merrick](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/magnificent_obsession_se/characters/bobby_merrick)

_professional_

Doctor McLaren is a senior colleague of Bobby, offering guidance in the medical field.

## In the story

### [Chapter XVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/magnificent_obsession_se/chapters/xviii)

Hosts Bobby at luncheon; preaches a scholarly sermon; recalls his accident and recovery under Bobby's care.

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