Glisson v. Gerrity

This is a wrongful death, medical malpractice action arising out of the death of 18-month-old Scott Glisson on December 9, 2002. Defendant Dianne Gerrity, M.D., appeals by leave granted the trial court’s denial of her motion for summary disposition on the basis of its determination that plaintiff Michael Glisson submitted an affidavit of merit in compliance with the requirements of MCL 600.2912d. We reverse.

I. BASIC FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

Between November 21, 2002, and December 7, 2002, several doctors at the Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine clinic treated Scott Glisson. On November…