Philippon v. Shreffler

These consolidated appeals and cross-appeal in this medical malpractice action present several issues regarding the patient’s introduction of two witnesses and evidence of the surgeon’s medical privileges, as well the closing argument by patient’s counsel. Specifically, appellants raise on appeal the following for consideration: whether the trial court improperly allowed the expert opinion of the patient’s treating physician; whether the trial court improperly allowed the testimony of a “surprise” witness; whether the trial court erred in requiring the admission of the delineation of the…