Will v. Pepose Vision Institute, P.C.

Gary M. Gaertner, Jr., Judge

Introduction

Appellant Jaynee Will (Will) appeals the judgment entered upon the jury’s verdict in favor of Respondent Pepose Vision Institute, P.C. (Pepose), in Will’s medical malpractice suit against Pepose. We affirm.

Background

Will has a family history of retinal detachment, and she regularly obtained eye examinations from retinal specialists. In November of 2001, Will’s retinal specialist, Dr. Nancy Holekamp, diagnosed Will with high myopia, lattice degeneration, and posterior vitreous detachment in both eyes. These conditions placed Will at greater risk for…