Heins v. Synkonis

This suit was instituted by plaintiff for the recovery of damages for malpractice against Dr. Synkonis. Plaintiff further contended that defendant Riverside Osteopathic Hospital (hereinafter referred to as Riverside) was liable under the theory of agency by estoppel. A jury verdict awarded plaintiff $50,000 against defendants jointly and severally. It is from this judgment that defendants appeal.

Plaintiff suffered a minor fall, injuring her right shoulder. Plaintiff received conservative treatment from a physician, but when there was no improvement in her condition, she sought the advice of…