Brandner v. Bateman

OPINION

BOLGER, Justice.

I. INTRODUCTION

Dr. Michael Brandner's hospital privileges at Providence Alaska Medical Center were terminated after he violated hospital policy by failing to disclose an order from the Alaska State Medical Board that he undergo an evaluation of his fitness to practice medicine. Dr. Brandner appealed to the hospital's Fair Hearing Panel and Appellate Review Committee, but the termination was upheld. Dr. Brandner filed suit against the hospital and several doctors involved in the termination proceedings, alleging breach of contract and denial of due process. The superior…